2026-05-24
Stop Using Eyelid Tape!!
A case study of a patient in her 20s who achieved a clear, refreshed look through incisional ptosis correction after eyelid tape caused severe skin irritation.
* Basic Information
- Patient: Female in her 20s
- Eye-opening strength: Slightly weak
- Skin thickness: The skin has become red and thickened due to excessive use of eyelid tape.
- Main complaints & goals: Wants a refreshed eyelid line without relying on eyelid tape!
* Consultation
- The patient’s eyelid skin was significantly thickened and reddened due to prolonged use of eyelid tape.
- We planned an ‘Incisional’ Ptosis Correction to create a clear, refreshed impression that will not come undone.
- Since the skin is on the thicker side, non-incisional or partial incision methods might lead to the line loosening or unraveling. Therefore, the incisional method was highly recommended!
- Eyelid tape is very irritating to the skin, so using it for a long period is not advisable. Please, everyone, stop using it!!
* Surgical Plan
- Incisional Ptosis Correction
- Epicanthoplasty / Upper-canthoplasty
* Post-operative Progress
- With the creation of a natural double eyelid line and the correction of eye-opening strength, the patient now has a clearer and brighter impression.
- I was concerned that the thickened skin might prevent a clean line from forming, but fortunately, the desired result was achieved!
- Many people worry that incisional surgery will look unnatural, too deep, or awkward. However, if the surgery is performed according to the proper indications, there is no need to worry about scarring or lack of naturalness.
Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!
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VIBE Plastic Surgery - Lead Surgeon, Dr. Yoo Young-moon
VIBE Plastic Surgery complies with all medical laws. These before-and-after photos were taken under identical conditions with the patient’s consent. Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur depending on the individual, and caution is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems can arise from prolonged use of double eyelid tape?
Yes, prolonged use of double eyelid tape can be very irritating to the skin, potentially leading to redness and thickening of the skin due to contact dermatitis. This can interfere with creating a double eyelid line.
Is double eyelid surgery possible even with thick eyelid skin?
Yes, it is possible. For thick eyelid skin, the incisional method may be more recommended than non-incisional or partial incisional methods, as these carry a higher risk of loosening or coming undone. The incisional method can create a clear and permanent line.
I'm worried that incisional double eyelid surgery might look unnatural or leave scars.
No, if the surgery is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon according to the indications, you don't need to worry about scars or unnaturalness. On the contrary, it can help create a clearer and brighter impression.
What effects can I expect from undergoing ptosis correction surgery after using double eyelid tape?
You can achieve a natural double eyelid line while simultaneously correcting the strength of your eye-opening muscles, resulting in a clearer and brighter impression. You can also achieve your desired line even with thickened skin.
What surgical methods were applied in this case?
In this case, incisional ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty/upper canthoplasty were planned. This was to improve the thickened skin and weak eye-opening strength caused by the use of double eyelid tape.