Subbrow lifting

Enhance your look with a naturally sharper finish

Drooping outer corners—when the tail of the eye sits lower than the inner corner—can make the face appear sad, tired, or lacking in vitality. A long-term solution is sub-brow lifting, a hidden-incision technique that elevates the outer lid from beneath the brow. This procedure not only corrects the downward tilt but also refines the eyelid crease, leaving the eyes visibly brighter and more defined in the most natural way.

Causes of a Drooping Outer Eyelid

A downward-tilting eye corner can develop in anyone. Although it rarely affects daily vision, it can undermine confidence and alter facial expression—making the face look tired or dull even after adequate rest. The main factors include:
1.Ageing After about age 40, skin, muscle, and connective tissue gradually lose strength. The outer corner sags and can pull the upper-lid skin downward, producing a droopy appearance.
2.Loss of collagen and elastin Natural ageing, chronic sun exposure, and lifestyle habits such as smoking accelerate the decline of collagen and elastin, leading to laxity around the eye.
3.Genetics Some people experience sagging much earlier—often in their 20s or 30s—because of inherited weakness in peri-ocular tissues.
4.Lifestyle habits Frequent eye-rubbing, prolonged screen time, habitual late nights, and insufficient sleep can all hasten tissue fatigue and encourage the outer lid to droop sooner than expected.

Subbrow lifting Surgery

A sub-brow hidden-scar eye-lift is performed to correct drooping outer corners that make the eyes look sad, hooded, or partially closed—sometimes even impairing vision. The condition is common, especially with age, but the procedure can also refine an existing double eyelid by sharpening the crease and giving the outer corner a naturally lifted appearance.

During surgery, the ophthalmic surgeon makes an incision along the lower margin of the eyebrow and closes the wound within that line, so the scar remains concealed. The length of the incision depends on the individual’s anatomy and aesthetic goals.

By removing excess skin and tightening the outer lid, this technique brightens the eyes, creates a more youthful look, boosts confidence, and can improve the upper field of vision.

Who is a good candidate for a Subbrow Lifting Surgery?

This procedure can benefit almost anyone, but it is especially recommended for those who:

Have drooping outer lids that give the eyes a sad or hooded appearance
Carry excess or lax upper-lid skin
Have asymmetrical eyelid creases
Already have a double eyelid—or an in-folded crease—but want it to be more defined
Wish to achieve a sharper, more lifted outer corner

Subbrow Lifting Surgery : step-by-step

A sub-brow hidden-scar eye-lift requires meticulous planning and surgical precision—from pre-operative design to closing the incision so it blends seamlessly with the brow line. At BEA Clinic, every case is customised to the patient’s eye shape and specific concerns. The surgery unfolds in four main stages:

1.Design and local anaesthesia
The surgeon analyses eye contours, brow arc, degree of sagging, and the amount of excess skin at the outer corner. An incision line is drawn to harmonise with the overall facial structure. Local anaesthetic—and an anxiolytic, if needed—is then administered.

2.Incision and skin excision
Once the anaesthetic takes effect, a slender, horizontal cut is made just beneath the brow along the pre-marked line. Redundant skin that droops over the outer lid is precisely removed without disturbing the ocular muscles.

3.Tissue adjustment and meticulous closure
The underlying tissue layers are refined, and the incision is closed with fine sutures. The scar lies directly under the brow, making it virtually undetectable.

4.Post-operative result
As healing progresses, the outer corner appears lifted, the crease better defined, and the eye aperture wider—without altering the patient’s natural eye character. Improvement is noticeable within 1–2 weeks and becomes more pronounced over 1–3 months as swelling subsides.

Post-operative care after a Subbrow Lifting Surgery

Proper self-care is essential for a smooth recovery and for minimising complications after outer-corner lifting surgery. Please follow these guidelines :

Recovery Process: The incision made during subbrow lifting will be carefully concealed along the lower edge of your eyebrow. It's common to experience some swelling and bruising around the eyes, especially during the first 1-2 days after surgery. By following your doctor's post-operative instructions and taking any prescribed medications, these side effects will gradually subside. Over time, the scar will fade and become less noticeable. The final results of the surgery will become apparent within 3 to 6 months, depending on individual healing rates. Although the aging process is inevitable, subbrow lifting can provide long-lasting, natural-looking results.
Potential Complications: While complications are rare, especially when performed by an experienced ophthalmologist, potential risks include:
- Asymmetry between the two eyes
- Numbness around the incision site
- Bleeding
- Infection
- The need for revision surgery