What Is Upper Blepharoplasty?

Upper blepharoplasty focuses on the upper eyelid area.

What It Treats

• Droopy or heavy eyelids
• Excess skin covering the crease
• Tired or “sleepy” eye appearance

What It Does

• Removes excess skin
• Refines or creates eyelid crease
• Opens up the eyes

👉 Ideal for patients whose eyes look heavy or hooded

What Is Lower Blepharoplasty?

Lower blepharoplasty targets the under-eye area.

What It Treats

• Eye bags or puffiness
• Fat bulging under the eyes
• Hollow or uneven under-eye contour

What It Does

• Removes or repositions fat
• Smooths under-eye area
• Reduces shadows and tired appearance

👉 Ideal for patients with bags or dark, hollow under-eyes

Key Difference: Upper vs Lower

Upper Blepharoplasty

• Focus: Eyelid skin
• Main concern: Drooping / heaviness
• Effect: Opens the eyes

Lower Blepharoplasty

• Focus: Under-eye fat and contour
• Main concern: Puffiness / eye bags
• Effect: Smooths and refreshes

How to Know Which One YOU Need

You Likely Need Upper Blepharoplasty If:

• Your eyelids feel heavy
• Makeup is hard to apply
• Eyelid skin covers your crease
• Eyes look smaller or tired

You Likely Need Lower Blepharoplasty If:

• You have visible eye bags
• Under-eye area looks puffy
• You look tired even when rested
• Concealer doesn’t fix the issue

You May Need BOTH If:

• Upper eyelids are droopy
• AND under-eye bags are present

👉 This is very common for patients in their 40s–60s

Cost in Seoul (2026)

• Upper blepharoplasty: $2,000 – $4,000
• Lower blepharoplasty: $3,000 – $6,000
• Combined (upper + lower): $5,000 – $8,000+

Most clinics offer package pricing for combined procedures.

Recovery Comparison

Upper Blepharoplasty

• Faster recovery
• 5–7 days downtime
• Minimal swelling

Lower Blepharoplasty

• Slightly longer recovery
• 7–10 days downtime
• More swelling/bruising

Combined Surgery

• 7–10 days downtime
• One recovery period instead of two

What Results Can You Expect?

Upper Blepharoplasty Results

• Brighter, more open eyes
• Defined eyelid crease
• Less heaviness

Lower Blepharoplasty Results

• Smooth under-eye contour
• Reduced puffiness
• More youthful appearance

Why Korean Blepharoplasty Looks More Natural

Korean surgeons focus on:

• Customized eyelid design
• Minimal skin removal
• Preserving natural eye shape
• Balanced proportions with the face

👉 The goal is subtle improvement—not dramatic change

Common Combination Approaches

To enhance results, Korean clinics often combine:

• Ptosis correction (for droopy eyelids)
• Fat grafting (for hollow under-eyes)
• Skin treatments (for fine lines and texture)

Important Considerations

• Not all eye concerns are solved with surgery alone
• Proper diagnosis (skin vs fat vs muscle) is key
• Overcorrection can lead to unnatural results

Final Thoughts

Choosing between upper and lower blepharoplasty comes down to where the problem is located:

• Upper eyelid issue → Upper blepharoplasty
• Under-eye bags → Lower blepharoplasty
• Both → Combined surgery

In Seoul, personalized consultation ensures the right approach—leading to natural, refreshed eyes that match your overall facial balance.