Mitchell J. Mandel, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist, founder · All offices
Eyelid and face tightening
Medically reviewed by Mitchell J. Mandel, M.D., F.A.A.D., Board-Certified Dermatologist. Last reviewed .
Pricing
- Upper East SideVariable
- Downtown BrooklynVariable
- GreenvaleVariable
- BoulderVariable
Pricing depends on many factors, including the treatment area, the amount of product needed, and your goals. A consultation is required for an exact quote.
Loose skin on the eyelids, face and neck is a normal part of aging. There are several ways to tighten it without surgery. The right choice depends on where the skin is loose, how much, and how much downtime you can take.
Your provider will look at your skin and recommend one treatment or a combination. If surgery would give you a better result, we will tell you.
Before and after: Eyelid and face tightening
Individual results vary.
Tightening options
AccuTite
Radiofrequency delivered under the skin through a thin probe. For small areas of loose skin and fat, such as the jawline, jowls and under the chin. One treatment, with about 1 to 2 weeks of swelling.
Morpheus8
Microneedling with radiofrequency. Tightens and smooths skin on the face and neck, and can help texture and fine lines. Usually a series of treatments, with a few days of redness.
Thermage
Radiofrequency through the skin surface, including a treatment designed for the skin around the eyes. No needles and little or no downtime. Results build over a few months.
Fraxel and CO2 laser resurfacing
Lasers that renew the skin surface. They improve crepey skin, fine lines and texture on the eyelids and face. Stronger lasers mean more downtime and bigger results.
Other options for the eye area
- Botox softens crow's feet and can lift the brow slightly.
- Under-eye filler fills hollows under the eyes.
What these treatments cannot do
Nonsurgical treatments give a moderate improvement. They do not remove large amounts of extra eyelid skin or fat the way eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or a facelift can. If you have heavy upper eyelids that block your vision, you should see a surgeon.
Eyelid and face tightening Q&A
Which treatment is best for my eyelids?
It depends on the problem. Crepey skin often responds to Thermage or laser resurfacing. Hollows respond to filler. Heavy, hooded lids usually need surgery. Your provider will tell you what fits.
How long do results last?
Results from tightening treatments usually last a year or more, but skin keeps aging. Many people plan a maintenance treatment.
Can I combine treatments?
Yes. Many plans pair a tightening treatment with laser resurfacing, Botox or filler.
Who performs this treatment
Dustin Marks, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist · Upper East Side
Emily Tongdee, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist · Downtown Brooklyn
Emma Newman, PA-C
Physician assistant · Upper East Side
Grace Jarrett, PA-C
Physician assistant · Downtown Brooklyn
Leah Aminov, PA-C
Physician assistant · Greenvale
Arielle Ades, DNP, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Francesca Raedel, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Jennifer Telgener, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder