The strong tropical sun in Hawaii can affect the skin in many places but perhaps nowhere more prominently than around the eyes. It's why finding the best eyelid surgery Honolulu offers is a priority for many people in their 50s and 60s. Droopy eyelids are a cosmetic concern for the most part, but when advanced enough can also impede our vision – the medical condition is known as ptosis. Regardless of your situation, cosmetic or medical, eyelid lift surgery is something to consider. It's one of the least complicated procedures with quick recoveries – ideal for people leading busy, visible lives.

Most people interested in eyelid plastic surgery have three questions: is it painful, what's the recovery like, and how much improvement will I see? The answer to the first part is eyelid surgery is not painful for most people and is conducted under anesthesia. Recovery is rapid, and you'll be much improved after only a couple of days – light swelling and mild tenderness are generally the only after-effects. The level of improvement can be significant, although most surgeons are measured in their approach. The idea is to produce natural-looking results that make you look like yourself but more youthful and awake.

People considering eyelid lift surgery often do it with other procedures, such as a facelift or neck lift. Better plastic surgeons take a complete look and make suggestions about which procedure or procedures together will help meet your goals. For example, there might be times when a different approach or combination of processes would lead to the results you're requesting. Eyelid lifts may be among those because if your eyes contribute to an aged appearance and you elect only a facelift, you might not see the desired results. There is no substitute for hearing a qualified surgeon's opinion.  

Your lifestyle choices also affect the look of your eyes and eyelids. It's always a wise idea to limit exposure and wear sunscreen. Stopping smoking and reducing alcohol consumption also help. How we age varies by person, with nature and genetics playing a role. Moisturizers and products containing retinol also can help when applied routinely. When those self-care methods aren't enough, it's time to consider plastic surgery. Some dermal fillers can also help some people in the eye area. But for droopy eyelids, the only long-term solution is eyelid surgery. You owe it to yourself to find out more.