A non-surgical laser eyelid lift uses laser skin tightening on the delicate skin around the eyes, with no incisions or stitches. At Sensational Skin in Scottsdale, it is offered for fine lines, crepey skin and loose skin of the eyelid area, as an option for people who do not want eyelid surgery. Whether it fits your concerns is decided at a consultation.
What is a non-surgical eyelid lift?
A non-surgical eyelid lift, also called laser eyelid rejuvenation, is a laser treatment for the skin of the eyelid area rather than an operation. The practice describes it as laser skin tightening applied to the thin, delicate skin around the eyes. There are no incisions and no stitches.
The skin around the eyes is some of the thinnest on the face. It moves every time we blink, squint or smile, and over the years that movement, along with sun exposure, can show up as fine lines and a crepey texture. Living in the Arizona sun, many people in Scottsdale and Phoenix notice these changes around the eyes and start looking for options that do not involve surgery.
What concerns does laser eyelid rejuvenation address?
The practice's page lists three main concerns for this treatment:
- Fine lines around the eyes
- Crepey skin, the thin, crinkled texture that can develop on the eyelids
- Loose skin of the eyelid area
CO2 laser resurfacing at the practice is also used for eyelid laxity and under-eye wrinkles. The practice's CO2 page notes that MaxFX, the deep corrective setting on the Lumenis UltraPulse Encore CO2 laser, allows controlled depth even in delicate areas such as the eyelids. You can learn more on the CO2 laser resurfacing page.
How is it different from eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery, known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure. A laser eyelid lift is a non-surgical alternative for people who do not want eyelid surgery. The two are different approaches, and a laser treatment is not a replacement for surgery or a way to get the same outcome without an operation.
The more useful question is which approach suits your own concerns. That is what a consultation is for. If the eyelids droop enough to affect your vision, or you notice any change in your eyes or eyelids that worries you, please see a qualified medical provider for an evaluation first. A cosmetic visit is not a substitute for that kind of medical care.
Who plans the treatment at Sensational Skin?
Sensational Skin is a physician-supervised medical aesthetics practice, and the staff works under the supervision of S. Kent Brown, M.D., the Medical Director since 1998. Dr. Brown is an anesthesiologist with more than 40 years of surgical experience and more than 25 years of CO2 laser experience. Over his career he has worked alongside surgeons across many specialties, and that background informs his understanding of facial anatomy.
Susan Brown, his clinical assistant since 1998, is the practice's Laser Safety Officer and Lead Laser Technician. She conducts consultations and builds treatment plans together with Dr. Brown. Laser settings, energy levels and recovery plans are tailored to each patient's skin type, concerns and goals.
What to expect from the planning process
The practice does not believe every patient needs the same laser treatment. At the consultation, the team looks at the skin around your eyes, talks through what bothers you, and discusses the treatment options and levels of resurfacing that may fit. Some questions people find useful to bring:
- Is my main concern fine lines, crepey texture, loose skin, or a mix?
- Which laser approach and depth is being considered for my eyelid area, and why?
- How much downtime should I plan around for the option we discuss?
- What does the care before and after treatment involve?
- Is there anything in my health history the team should know?
Downtime depends on depth. Lighter fractional treatments involve less downtime, while deeper treatments need more healing time. Dr. Brown reviews expected recovery for your specific plan at the consultation, so you can plan around work, family and time outdoors.
Caring for the skin around your eyes
Whatever you decide, everyday habits matter for the eye area. Sun protection, sunglasses and a gentle skin care routine are simple steps that support the skin, especially in a climate as sunny as Scottsdale's. The practice carries medical-grade skin care lines, including ZO Skin Health, Obagi and Alastin, and Jane Iredale mineral cosmetics, which are sun-protecting. A skin care plan is personalized at a consultation.
For a broader look at how laser options compare, our article on facial laser resurfacing in Scottsdale explains the range of depths the practice offers.
Seeing examples of the practice's work
The laser eyelid lift before and after gallery shows photos of patients who have had treatment at the practice. Every person's skin is different, and results vary. Photos are a starting point for a conversation, not a prediction for any one person.
Book a laser eyelid consultation in Scottsdale
If you are curious about non-surgical laser eyelid rejuvenation, the first step is a complimentary consultation. Patients come to the practice from Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Arcadia and Biltmore. Sensational Skin is located at 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 115, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Call or text (480) 596-9111 to schedule, or reach the team through the contact page. You can also read more on the laser eyelid lift page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a non-surgical laser eyelid lift?
It is a laser skin tightening treatment for the delicate skin around the eyes, with no incisions or stitches. At Sensational Skin it is offered for fine lines, crepey skin and loose skin of the eyelid area.
Is a laser eyelid lift the same as eyelid surgery?
No. It is a non-surgical alternative for people who do not want eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), not a replacement for it, and eyelids that droop enough to affect vision need evaluation by a qualified medical provider.
How do I book a laser eyelid consultation in Scottsdale?
Call or text (480) 596-9111 to schedule a complimentary consultation at Sensational Skin, 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 115, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
Book a consultation. Every plan starts with a consultation at our Scottsdale office, 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 115. Call or text (480) 596-9111, or request a consultation online.
Individual results vary. This article is general information, not medical advice. If you have symptoms or a medical condition, please see a qualified medical provider.