2026-05-24
Natural Impression Improvement with ‘Male Monolid Eyelid Surgery’ by Dr. Yoo Young-moon of Vibe Plastic Surgery, Sinnonhyeon Station
Learn how male monolid (hidden double eyelid) surgery and canthoplasty can naturally improve sleepy or sharp eyes through a real case study by Dr. Yoo Young-moon.

Hello.
I am Dr. Yoo Young-moon, Director of Vibe Plastic Surgery.
Recently, interest in male eye surgery has been steadily increasing, not just among women.
In particular, many people want to change ‘naturally’ without it being ‘obvious’.
Today, I will introduce a case of natural impression improvement through a ‘monolid (hidden double eyelid) surgery case for a male patient in his 20s’.
✔ Pre-surgery Concerns
The patient visited our clinic with the following concerns:
Asymmetry between the left and right eyes
A sleepy appearance due to sagging eyelids
Eyes that appear small
An aggressive or sharp image due to upturned and closed outer corners of the eyes
In such cases, it is important to take an approach that improves the overall eye structure and impression, rather than simply creating a double eyelid.
✔ Surgical Method
In this case, to achieve a natural change without being excessive, we applied the following methods:
1. Natural Adhesion Eyelid Surgery (Monolid to Hidden Double Eyelid)
Forms a natural hidden double eyelid line rather than a thick, visible fold
Improves clarity while maintaining a masculine image
Design that considers the balance between the line and the strength of opening the eyes
👉 In male eye surgery, ‘how natural it is’ is the most important factor.
2. Lateral and Lower Canthoplasty
Softens the upturned outer corners of the eyes
Opens up the closed back area to extend the horizontal length of the eyes
Changes the overall impression to a softer one
👉 This is a key point in making the image itself softer, rather than just making the eyes larger.







✔ Post-surgery Changes
The following changes were observed after the surgery:
Sleepy-looking eyes → Clear and comfortable-looking eyes
Small-looking eyes → Naturally larger-looking effect
Upturned eye corners → Soft and likable impression
Improved overall balance through asymmetry correction
The most important point is that it ‘hardly looks like surgery’.
✔ Why Male Monolid (Hidden Double Eyelid) Surgery is Recommended
The reasons for recommending a hidden double eyelid line in male eye surgery are clear:
Natural change without being excessive
An image that is professional and comfortable for social life
Does not disrupt the existing atmosphere of the face
Achieves both clarity and softness simultaneously
This surgery provides very high satisfaction for those who:
✔ Have eyes that look sleepy
✔ Have a sharp or fierce impression
✔ Have eyes that appear small
✔ Conclusion
Male eye surgery is not just about creating a double eyelid.
The key is a design that considers the impression and balance of the entire face.
If you want a definite yet subtle change, ‘the combination of male monolid + canthoplasty’ can be an excellent choice.
At Vibe Plastic Surgery, we strive to find the most natural direction that fits each individual’s eye structure and image.
Thank you.