The eyes are often called the windows to the soul, but when droopy eyelids, puffy bags, or extra skin begin to cloud that window, many people start to feel self-conscious. If you’ve been exploring possible solutions for your eyelids, you’ve probably come across the term “blepharoplasty.” While tricky to pronounce, blepharoplasty is a straightforward, safe, and relatively minimally invasive procedure that, when performed by an expert surgeon, restores vibrant, alert eyes and ultimately, your confidence.
Practicing in Beverly Hills for over 17 years, board-certified oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Zoumalan has developed and perfected his trademark “Natural-Looking Blepharoplasty Technique.” His approach focuses on creating subtle, refreshed results that maintain your unique characteristics.
Understanding Natural-Looking Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, improves the appearance of the eyelids by removing and repositioning excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
Commonly known as an eyelid lift, upper blepharoplasty addresses the extra, sagging eyelid skin that hangs over the crease, making you look tired or older than you feel. In severe cases, this excess skin can even impair vision. Upper blepharoplasty often only requires local anesthesia. However, more anxious patients may opt to go under general anesthesia. During the procedure, Dr. Zoumalan carefully marks the eyes, then checks and rechecks the millimeters of excess skin to remove. He uses the patient’s natural creases to carefully conceal the incision, making it virtually undetectable once healed. Depending on the patient’s anatomy, he may also remove or reposition the puffy fat pockets near the inner corners of the eyes, further enhancing the open, bright appearance of the eyes.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Lower blepharoplasty corrects under-eye bags and puffiness, in addition to addressing laxity and fine lines. Dr. Zoumalan uses a transconjunctival approach. This technique involves making the incisions inside the lower eyelid, leaving no visible scars. He specializes in repositioning and anchoring the existing fat in the right location, creating a youthful contour at the under-eye and cheek juncture. By expertly transposing the fat instead of simply removing it, Dr. Zoumalan is able to avoid the risk of the sunken, hollow look that many patients fear. In most cases, Dr. Zoumalan will also pair a lower blepharoplasty with microneedling, chemical peel, or laser to simultaneously tighten the lower eyelid skin.
Dr. Zoumalan’s patients report looking more youthful, awake, and refreshed, but still completely themselves. One recent patient shared, “The results are absolutely perfect–natural, balanced, and most importantly, completely undetectable. I still look like myself, just refreshed in the most subtle and elegant way.”
Dr. Christopher Zoumalan’s Philosophy
While the “undetectable era of beauty” is now popularized in mainstream media, for Dr. Christopher Zoumalan, this philosophy has been ingrained in his methods since the beginning of his career. His approach to aesthetics is rooted in the belief that the best cosmetic surgery is often the kind that goes undetected. His objective is to revive tired-looking eyes, not dramatically change your appearance so that you look obviously “done.” This philosophy requires a deep understanding of facial anatomy, an artistic eye for proportion and balance, and the technical skill to execute precise, conservative adjustments.
Dr. Zoumalan’s Natural-Looking Blepharoplasty Technique reflects this core philosophy by taking into account three key factors:
- First, he considers the unique anatomy of your eye area, including the shape of the socket, the thickness of the skin, the position of the brow, and overall facial structure.
- Second, he conservatively removes only the necessary amount of skin and fat. As an experienced surgeon with over 5,000 surgeries under his belt, his expertise lies in his precision and restraint.
- Third, his advanced methods promote smooth healing and long-lasting, natural-looking results. Patients are provided with Skinuva, a revolutionary, clinically tested skincare line formulated by Dr. Zoumalan to minimize bruising and scarring, accelerate wound-healing, and reduce hyperpigmentation.
As one patient put it, “Dr. Zoumalan’s precision and expertise are clearly reflected in the natural-looking results. My eyes look more refreshed and youthful, but not overdone—exactly what I had hoped for.”
Is Blepharoplasty Right for You?
In general, the best candidates for cosmetic surgery are people in overall good health who don’t smoke and have realistic expectations for what the surgery can achieve.
Who Needs Upper Blepharoplasty
Upper blepharoplasty effectively resolves sagging, hooding, or drooping upper eyelid skin. This extra skin can feel heavy, make the eyes appear tired, and in severe cases, partially obstruct vision. If you catch yourself raising your eyebrows to open your eyes, an upper blepharoplasty can help.
Who Needs Lower Blepharoplasty
Lower blepharoplasty is a great option for people with visible puffiness, bags, and crepey skin beneath the eyes. This is often caused by a combination of aging, genetics, and weakening of the supportive tissues around the eye. For patients who also suffer from hollowness, fat grafting in combination with a lower blepharoplasty is especially effective in rejuvenating the midface.
Making the Decision
Deciding to have cosmetic surgery is a deeply personal one and should be made with thoughtful consideration and expert guidance. Dr. Christopher Zoumalan is a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon with over 17 years of experience exclusively in eyelid procedures. His natural-looking results have established him as a trusted leader in the field.
Dr. Zoumalan’s process is designed to be transparent, personalized, and patient-centered. From the initial complimentary photo assessment to comprehensive discussions about pricing, expectations, and recovery, each step is mapped out so patients are informed and supported. In fact, his patients talk just as much about his bedside manner as they do his surgical skill. Dr. Zoumalan treats patients like family, offering honest recommendations and an unwavering commitment to patient safety and satisfaction.
One patient summed it up best: “The surgery itself went smoothly, and the entire process—from pre-op to post-op—was handled by a staff that provided the utmost VIP care and attention.”
Start with a Complimentary Virtual Assessment
If you’re considering upper or lower eyelid surgery, contact our office for a complimentary virtual assessment by Dr. Christopher Zoumalan and take the first step toward a more refreshed, confident you!
References
- Zoumalan CI, Roostaeian J. Simplifying Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;137(1):196e-213e.
