Baggy eyes and fatigued or wrinkled skin are predominantly caused by ageing. With weakening muscles and tissues supporting the eyelids, they often become baggier and more droopy. Face skin becomes less flexible and elastic, leading to wrinkles, folds and creases.
These processes are not only caused by ageing. Risk factors include:
Eye bags are typically caused by factors such as:
Wrinkles are primarily caused by:
These factors can lead to the formation of fine lines and creases, including around the eyes.
Surgical treatments are more involved and often involve recovery times and aftercare. However, they can often provide the best results when rejuvenating aged or baggy eyelids.
Blepharoplasty, sometimes called an eyelid lift, involves making small incisions in the eyelids to remove excess fat and shorten muscles. This helps to lift the eyelid and reduces the appearance of bagginess and fatigue. Find out more about Blepharoplasty.
Considered an extremely safe and effective surgery, blepharoplasty is an excellent option for treating baggy or droopy eyelids.
