Hooded Eyes Correction in Seoul, Korea
Brighter eyes with a visible, natural crease — by treating the real cause of hooding, whether excess skin, a low brow, fat fullness or true ptosis.
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Eye & under-eye specialist clinic
- English support · remote photo consults
What causes hooded eyes and how are they corrected?
Hooded eyes happen when upper-lid skin folds down over the crease and lash line, hiding the eyelid and making the eyes look heavy or tired. Causes include excess skin, a low or unstable crease, brow descent, fat fullness and true ptosis — often several together. Treatment is matched to the cause: upper blepharoplasty, crease design, ptosis repair, temporal or sub-brow lift. Surgery takes about 50–120 minutes, stitches come out at day 5–7 and social downtime is about 7–10 days.
Why choose Sinsa L for hooded eyes correction
- Cause-matched treatment — skin, brow, fat and ptosis are each checked.
- Conservative skin removal — avoids an over-high crease or hollowness.
- Brow–lid harmony — lateral hooding often needs brow support, not more skin removal.
- International-friendly — English support, remote photo consults, transparent quotes and travel-aware scheduling near Sinsa Station.
Who is a good candidate?
- Upper-lid skin covering the crease or lashes
- Eyeshadow smudging or disappearing
- Heaviness at the outer upper lid
- A tired look or uneven lids
- Brows that sit low
Techniques we offer
Upper blepharoplasty
Skin and fat tailoring with a natural crease. Learn more →
Ptosis repair
When the lid margin itself is low. Learn more →
Temporal / brow lift
When a low brow causes outer hooding. Learn more →
Sub-brow lift
Removes thick skin under the brow in select cases. Learn more →
Hooded eyes before & after
Hooding was corrected by combining upper blepharoplasty with ptosis correction and micro-fat grafting, revealing a soft crease and brighter eyes.
Swelling settles in 2–3 weeks; the crease softens over 3–6 months.
Your treatment journey
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Consultation & imaging
Skin excess, crease, brow position, fat and lid height assessed to find the cause of hooding.
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Plan & quote
Technique selection, combination options, recovery timeline and a clear quote.
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Surgery day
Precise technique under local anesthesia with sedation; usually same-day discharge.
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Aftercare & checks
Cooling, head elevation, stitch removal at day 5–7 if applicable and scheduled follow-ups.
Recovery timeline
- Days 1–3: swelling, tightness and mild bruising; cool compresses
- Days 4–7: stitches out if applicable; light makeup after clearance
- Week 2: most bruising settles; socially comfortable
- Weeks 3–6: residual swelling refines
- Months 3–6: final result and scar maturation
Aftercare tips
- Sleep with your head elevated for 1–2 weeks
- Avoid heavy exercise, saunas and alcohol for about 2 weeks
- Use prescribed ointments and protect scars from UV
- Report increasing pain, redness or sudden asymmetry promptly
Risks & considerations
Swelling, bruising, asymmetry, crease irregularity, visible scarring and possible revision; removing too much skin can cause hollowness, which conservative design avoids.
Hooded Eyes Correction cost in Seoul (guide)
| Procedure | Price range (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Upper blepharoplasty | ₩1.8M – ₩4.0M |
| Ptosis repair (add-on / stand-alone) | ₩1.8M – ₩4.8M |
| Temporal / lateral brow lift | ₩2.0M – ₩4.0M |
| Sub-brow lift | ₩2.0M – ₩4.0M |
| Revision upper blepharoplasty | ₩3.5M – ₩6.5M |
Exact fees depend on anatomy and plan; a final quote follows in-person evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
Will my eyes look too done?
No — crease height and skin removal are kept conservative for a natural result.
Is skin removal always enough?
Not if the brow is low or the lid droops; then a brow lift or ptosis repair is added.
Where is the scar?
In the eyelid crease, or under the brow for a sub-brow lift.
How long is recovery?
About 7–10 days of social downtime.
Can both upper and lower lids be done together?
Yes, if needed.
Dr. Lee Young-geun, MD
Board-certified plastic & reconstructive surgeon, founder and sole surgeon of Sinsa L Plastic Surgery. Adjunct clinical professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Korea University; full member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KSAPS) and member of IPRAS. 15+ years in plastic surgery.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · About our clinicBook your hooded eyes consultation
Send front and oblique photos with your concerns. Dr. Lee will review them and suggest the most suitable plan, with recovery and pricing tailored to your schedule.
Sinsa L Plastic Surgery · 3F–4F, 598 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Sinsa Station (Line 3) Exit 3, 1-minute walk · Tel 02-517-7410
