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What procedure can fix my sleepy, tired-looking eyes? (Photos)

Intuitive37478Dec 23, 2025
Hello Doctor, I want to improve the appearance of my eyes because they look lazy, sleepy, and tired, even when I am well rested. Many people frequently ask me if I didn’t sleep enough or if I’m tired, which makes me feel that my eyes look heavy or droopy. I would like professional advice on what procedure is best to improve this look. Some details about my eyes: My eyes look tired and partially closed The upper eyelids look heavy I am not sure if this is due to: Droopy eyelids (ptosis) Low eyebrows (brow ptosis) Excess upper eyelid skin Or sunken / hollow eyes I want a natural result, not an over-operated look I am concerned about visible scars, I would like to know: What is the most likely cause of this sleepy look? What procedure would you recommend (ptosis repair, brow lift, blepharoplasty, fillers, fat grafting, or a combination)? Would the procedure leave visible scars? Is surgery necessary, or can non-surgical options help? What is the typical recovery time? My goal is to look more fresh while keeping my natural eye shape. Thank you for your guidance

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