Upper Eyelid Tightening and Lift Cream?

Question

I have had a droopy eyelid since I was born. Because I dont want to have surgery, I am looking for a cream that will tighten and lift my upper eye lid. I am in my late 50's so I know my age does play a factor in my condition. Any suggestions?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For significant improvement, hooded eyelids require surgery if there is enough skin. For nonsurgical treatments: Radiofrequency (Thermage or Venus Legacy/Viva), injectable fillers, and a Botox brow lift can help contour the eyebrows and lift the eyelid skin. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

If you have had a droopy eyelid since birth, it is highly unlikely that any cream will help.  It is more likely that you will require surgery to fix the anatomy.  It is usually more than just a skin issue.  You should consult with a plastic surgeon or occuloplastic surgeon for recommendations.  If you post a picture, we may be able to give you more specific advice.

William P. Coleman III, MD · Answer

There in no such cream for tightening congenital droopy eyelids (ptosis). Only surgery can help this problem. There are many minimally invasive surgical procedures which may help you. 
I advise that you see a reconstructive opthalmologist. Ask your eye doctor for a recommendation.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD · Answer

Forget the creams - if you want it corrected surgery is the only way to go. I guess you could take scotch tape and tape the lid up -- but for a true correction you need surgery.

Upper Eyelid Tightening and Lift Cream?

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Answer: There in no such cream for tightening congenital droopy eyelids

Answer: There in no such cream for tightening congenital droopy eyelids

Answer: Ptosis correction

Answer: Ptosis correction

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Upper Eyelid Tightening and Lift Cream?

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Answer: There in no such cream for tightening congenital droopy eyelids

Answer: There in no such cream for tightening congenital droopy eyelids

Answer: Ptosis correction

Answer: Ptosis correction

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