After using eyelid tape for 6 months, will my saggy lids return to how they were before? (Photo)

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I used to have naturally tapered double eyelids, but I wanted to make them bigger. After using eyelid tape for about 6 months, my eyes have gotten droopy, saggy, stretched and small. I stopped using eyelid tape for about a month, but its still pretty bad. Will my eyes return to how it was before naturally?

Myriam Loyo, MD · Answer

Hi there,I am sorry you are having this problem. Certainly skin irritation after eyelid skin tape could cause the sagging. But it sounds like you stopped using the tape for a month.I suppose pulling on the eyelid with the glue could lead to skin stretching. Although it does seem unlikely. I recommend trying a good eyelid skin cream with retinol and giving it time (4-6 months).If that doesn't help you can consider a conservative blepharoplasty (surgery). See a surgeon in your area. Hope this helps!

Dan Landmann, MD · Answer

It does look like a rather dramatic change in your eyelids. You might be allergic to the tape or adhesive. This would make them very puffy. Often, the puffiness will subside, but the skin stays stretched out. I would try using cold compresses and avoid any lotions or potions for a week as well. Then you'll have a good sense how much is from allergies / swelling. Good luck!!

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question and the photographs. That does appear to be quite a dramatic change leading me to wonder if there may be something else that's causing it.  Is it possible you received Botox for forehead wrinkles that has caused your brows to drop somewhat? If not, give it a few more months but if it does not return to normal position and shape you may need to consider an upper lid blepharoplasty to remove extra skin and some extra fat.It's of course best to be examined in person by a board-certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon to get the best advice.Best wishes.Jon A Perlman M.D. F ACSABC-TV Extreme Makeover Plastic SurgeonCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryBeverly Hills, California

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