If the eyes look hooded because of pronounced brow droop or a considerable amount of excess eyelid skin, Botox is decidedly ineffective. No injectable product can reduce or tighten the skin — the only solution is to have it surgically excised through upper eyelid surgery.

How can I reduce my hooded eyelids?

The best and most satisfying treatment for this problem is an upper eye lift, or upper blepharoplasty, which reduces the amount of skin on the upper eyelid." Blepharoplasty is the second most common plastic surgery operation in the UK, and Mr Ramakrishnan says patients are normally very satisfied with the results.

Can Botox lift upper eyelids?

Botox is a great tool for lifting heavy upper lids and sagging eyebrows. I see many patients in their 20's, 30's and 40's that are bothered by a slight drop of the brow and heaviness on the upper eyelids. When strategically placed, Botox lifts the brow and improves heavy upper eyelids.