What is a Brow Lift?
A brow lift is a procedure that gently elevates descended brow tissues, reducing lateral heaviness and opening the upper eyelid area. It restores the natural position of the outer brow, creating a brighter, cleaner look without altering your expression or individual features.
Dr. Marc-Kevin Le Roux is a French board-certified maxillofacial surgeon based in Dubai. His brow-lift plans are anatomy-led and conservative: lift what’s descended, support what’s weak, and refine shape—without changing who you are.
Who is it for? — Two common scenarios
Younger patients (25–45): shape & lightness
- Naturally low/flat outer brow causing make-up crowding
- Heaviness laterally despite good skin quality
- Desire for a 2–4 mm lift at the tail for a fresher look—no “surprised” effect
Typical plan:
Start with neuromodulator mapping (micro-doses on depressors) for a soft, reversible lift.
If you want a durable, structural change: Mini Temporal Brow Lift
Fillers are used sparingly in the temple/brow only when they truly support shape.
Established brow descent (often 45+): structure & balance
- Flattened or down-turned outer third, frontalis over-working
- Apparent “excess eyelid skin” that is in fact brow ptosis
- Often pairs well with upper blepharoplasty for balanced rejuvenation
Typical plan:
Temporal lift (targeted to lateral third) ± upper bleph.
Hairline (trichophytic) lift if the forehead is high and we want to avoid lengthening it.
In Dubai’s multicultural setting, designs respect female vs male aesthetics and ethnic codes (Middle-Eastern, Asian, Western): from a gentle lateral peak to a straighter masculine line at the bony rim.
Choosing the right approach (how we decide together)
- Mild heaviness, good tissue tone → neuromodulator “brow refresh” (3–4 months effect)
- Lateral hooding, normal forehead height → Mini Temporal Brow Lift (discreet temple scars)
- High forehead needing lift without extra height → Hairline (trichophytic) lift
- True eyelid skin redundancy → combine with upper blepharoplasty for the cleanest platform
We avoid exaggerated vectors and fad “fox-eye” angles that age poorly or look unnatural.
Recovery timeline
- Day 0–3: swelling/tightness temples/forehead; cool compresses, head elevated
- Day 4–7: bruising fades; light work/screens are fine
- Day 7–10: you’re socially presentable; remove sutures/clips if used
- Week 2–3: gradual return to gym; residual puffiness settles
- Week 4–8: position softens into a natural, rested look
If combined with eyelid surgery, you’ll receive eye-care instructions (drops, brief activity tweaks).
Techniques in brief
Mini Temporal Brow Lift
Small incisions hidden in the temple hair elevate the outer third.
Pros: targeted, quick recovery. Ideal for: younger patients or early descent.
Hairline (pre-/trichophytic) Lift
Fine incision along the hairline; hairs regrow through the scar.
Pros: lifts brow while maintaining/shortening a high forehead.
Direct Brow Lift (select cases)
Skin removal along the brow hairs.
Pros: maximal control for revisions/asymmetries. Note: visible but camouflaged scar.
Results & longevity
Expect a brighter upper face, less crowding on the upper lid, and a cleaner canvas for make-up. Results typically last many years; ageing continues, but from a refreshed baseline. Conservative elevation avoids an over-arched or “surprised” look.
FAQs
I’m in my 20s/30s—am I a candidate?
Yes. If your concern is lateral heaviness or a flat tail, we often start with a neuromodulator plan; a mini temporal lift provides a longer-lasting structural change if desired.
Is a brow lift better than Botox?
They’re complementary: Botox rebalances muscle forces; a lift repositions tissue. Many younger patients trial Botox first.
Will I look different?
You should look rested, not altered. The aim is to restore or gently enhance your natural position and shape.
Can I combine it with eyelid surgery?
Often yes. A limited brow lift plus conservative upper bleph gives the most balanced, natural result when both brow descent and eyelid redundancy contribute.
Risks & safeguards
- Bruising/swelling, temporary numbness or tightness (common, short-lived)
- Asymmetry/over-elevation (minimised by conservative targets and intra-op checks)
- Hairline changes or focal thinning (technique tailored to hair type)
- Frontal branch nerve irritation (reduced by safe-plane dissection)
- Persistent hooding if true eyelid excess not addressed (solved by adjunct upper bleph)
Fees & quotation
Because plans vary (non-surgical vs surgical, hairline/temple approach, combinations), fees are provided after examination. You’ll receive a transparent quotation and a clear recovery roadmap. Cosmetic brow lifts are typically not covered by insurance.
