
Sub-Brow Lift
Not a brow raise,
but a Sub-Brow Lift That Restores Balance Between Your Eyes and Brows
Aging affects more than the skin. As the eyelids grow heavier and the brows descend, you start using your forehead muscles to open your eyes, and your face can look more tired and heavy than before.
At Humanity, our sub-brow lift
focuses on creating eyes that open comfortably, without excessive pulling and while preserving your natural eye shape and expression.
Why Choose Humanity for a Sub-Brow Lift
Point 1
Incision Just Below the Brow, Designed with Scarring in Mind
Our sub-brow lift is performed through an incision along the lower edge of the eyebrow, which helps keep the scar less visible and supports a natural recovery.

We design a minimal incision, only as much as you need, based on how much your eyelids droop, the position and shape of your brows, the balance of your eyes, and the amount of excess skin.
Point 2
Structural Correction That Considers How Your Eyes Open
We correct stretched skin, tissue, and even muscle to take weight off the eyelids for a natural, comfortable look.

Improving droopy eyelids:
Sub-Brow Lift vs. Upper Blepharoplasty
Even when the eyelids droop in the same way, the cause can be different.
Droopy eyelids can be improved effectively by choosing the right technique for your eyelid condition and eye shape.
| VS | Sub-Brow Lift | Upper Blepharoplasty |
|---|---|---|
| Incision Site | Lower edge of the eyebrow | Along the eyelid crease of the upper eyelid |
| Main Area Improved | Sagging upper eyelid skin, especially at the outer side | Sagging upper eyelid skin and, if needed, muscle and fat |
| Key Features | Improves sagging skin while minimizing changes to your existing eye shape | Can correct eyelid sagging and the eyelid crease at the same time |
| Scar Location | Incision line below the eyebrow | Incision line along the eyelid crease |
A sub-brow lift focuses on improving sagging skin while preserving your existing eye shape and eyelid crease as much as possible, whereas upper blepharoplasty is a procedure that can correct both eyelid sagging and the eyelid crease.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
· People who keep tensing their forehead to open their eyes
· People whose eyes feel heavier and more closed-in than before
· People who are often told they look tired or sleepy in photos
· People who want to regain a naturally bright, alert look
Procedure Steps
Detailed Assessment of the Aging Eye Area
We look beyond eyelid drooping, analyzing brow position, forehead movement, and eyelid-opening strength to plan the most suitable technique.
Custom Design That Preserves Your Natural Look
We design a natural, understated eye shape and brow position based on your facial proportions and existing eye shape.
Correction That Considers How Your Eyes Open
We aim for a natural, comfortable result by considering your eyelid-opening strength, brow position, and overall facial balance.
Premium Recovery Care to Complete Your Result
After surgery, we check your swelling and healing and guide you through follow-up care so your result settles in naturally.
Procedure Details
![]() | Length of Procedure | About 1 hour |
|---|---|---|
![]() | Anesthesia | IV sedation |
![]() | Pain Level | Level 1 (varies by individual) |
![]() | Follow-Up Visits | About 2–3 visits |
![]() | Suture Removal | 5–7 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How is a sub-brow lift different from upper blepharoplasty?
- A sub-brow lift focuses on improving sagging skin below the brows while naturally keeping your existing eye shape. Upper blepharoplasty corrects sagging skin and tissue of the upper eyelid and, if needed, can also improve the eyelid crease. The right procedure depends on how much your brows and eyelids sag.
Q. Will a sub-brow lift change my appearance a lot?
- Rather than dramatically changing your eyes, a sub-brow lift naturally softens the heavy, tired look caused by sagging. We design it to preserve your natural look, taking into account your existing eye shape and facial balance.
Q. Will the scar be very visible?
- Because the incision follows the lower edge of the brow, you may see some redness or swelling at first. This gradually settles over time, and the degree of scarring varies with each person's skin and healing process.
Q. Could my eyes end up looking too lifted or harsh?
- A sub-brow lift does not simply pull the brows upward. We consider the position of your brows and eyelids, your existing eye shape, and your facial balance, aiming for a natural, not overdone, look.
The first step to restoring your natural look
begins with an accurate diagnosis.
Choosing the right eyelid rejuvenation procedure for you starts with an accurate analysis of the cause, from drooping eyelids and brow position to how you habitually open your eyes. Schedule a one-on-one consultation with a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon at Humanity Plastic Surgery Clinic.








