Tired or Hooded Eyes? Understanding When Surgery May Be the Right Next Step
Tired or Hooded Eyes
Many patients visit Aesthetics of the Royal Liver Building because they feel their eyes no longer look as bright or defined as they once did.
Makeup may not sit properly, the skin around the eyes feels heavier, or the upper lids seem to rest closer to the lashes.
While these changes are a natural part of ageing, they can subtly affect how you feel about your expression — often creating a tired or closed look that doesn’t reflect your energy or personality.
While these changes are a natural part of ageing, they can subtly affect how you feel about your expression — often creating a tired or closed look that doesn’t reflect your energy or personality.
Why Do Eyes Begin to Look Hooded or Tired?
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest on the body and one of the first areas to show structural change.
Over time, elasticity decreases, and the muscles that support the eyelids relax. This leads to excess upper eyelid skin, sometimes called “dermatochalasis.”
For some people, it’s a gentle cosmetic concern. For others, it can even affect how light reaches the eye or make applying eye makeup difficult.
Over time, elasticity decreases, and the muscles that support the eyelids relax. This leads to excess upper eyelid skin, sometimes called “dermatochalasis.”
For some people, it’s a gentle cosmetic concern. For others, it can even affect how light reaches the eye or make applying eye makeup difficult.
Non-Surgical vs Surgical Solutions
At Aesthetics of the Royal Liver Building, we take a measured, medical approach.
For mild concerns, professional skincare and collagen-stimulating treatments can improve skin quality and early laxity.
However, when the skin fold becomes significant or starts to obscure the natural eyelid crease, non-surgical options can only go so far.
That’s when a referral for upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) may be appropriate.
Our Partnership with Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building
To ensure the best outcomes, we work in close partnership with Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building, located within the same landmark building.
Their surgeons perform upper blepharoplasty from £2,500, restoring a lighter, more open and naturally refreshed appearance.
Our team at Aesthetics will guide you through the initial assessment and ensure seamless referral and aftercare coordination if surgery is the right path.
Our team at Aesthetics will guide you through the initial assessment and ensure seamless referral and aftercare coordination if surgery is the right path.
Benefits of Upper Eyelid Surgery
- Reduces hooded or heavy upper lids
- Restores visible eyelid definition
- Opens the eyes for a brighter, rested look
- Performed under local anaesthetic
- Typical recovery around one week
How the Process Works
- Initial assessment at Aesthetics – an honest conversation about your goals and current eye concerns.
- Clinical photography and eyelid evaluation – to document and guide treatment planning.
- Referral to Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building – for surgical consultation, detailed planning and procedure.
- Aftercare and follow-up – continued support and recovery oversight at Aesthetics, ensuring comfort and confidence every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions for Tired or Hooded Eyes
What causes hooded or tired-looking eyes?
Hooded eyes occur when the skin around the upper eyelids loses elasticity and the supporting muscles relax. This can create excess skin folds that make the eyes appear heavy, tired, or closed. Aging, genetics, and lifestyle factors all contribute.
Can non-surgical treatments improve hooded eyelids?
Mild concerns can sometimes be improved with professional skincare, collagen-stimulating treatments, and non-invasive tightening procedures. However, when the upper eyelid skin fold becomes significant, surgery (blepharoplasty) may be the only effective solution.
What is upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)?
Upper eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, involves removing or repositioning excess skin and tissue from the upper eyelid. The goal is to restore natural eyelid definition, brighten the eyes, and reduce a heavy or tired appearance.
Is upper eyelid surgery performed under general anaesthetic?
At Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building, upper blepharoplasty is performed under local anaesthetic, allowing patients to remain awake while ensuring comfort and safety.
How long is the recovery after upper eyelid surgery?
Most patients recover within approximately one week, with mild swelling or bruising gradually resolving. Sunglasses can help protect and conceal the area during early healing.
Can Aesthetics of the Royal Liver Building support me after surgery?
Yes. We provide seamless aftercare and follow-up support, coordinating with Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building to ensure a smooth recovery and continued guidance.
How do I know if I need surgical intervention?
An initial assessment at Aesthetics will help determine whether your eyelid concerns are best addressed with non-surgical treatments or require referral for upper eyelid surgery.
Book Your Consultation
If your eyes feel heavy, hooded or tired and you’re ready to explore whether upper eyelid surgery might be right for you, contact Aesthetics of the Royal Liver Building.
Our experienced clinicians will assess your suitability and, if appropriate, arrange a direct surgical consultation with Cosmetic Surgery of the Royal Liver Building.
All care remains under one trusted team, one building, and one commitment — helping you look rested, confident and completely yourself.
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