Non-Surgical Eyelift

PLEXR gives outstanding results which you would normally only expect after surgery, but there are no scalpels or sutures involved. In a non-surgical eye bag reduction, the excess eyelid skin is sublimated (transformed directly to vapor) using the plasma beam. It does this without causing any damage to the basement membrane, muscle, or other underlying structures. Treatment consists of multiple shots spaced closely together, with the procedure normally taking less than 30 minutes to perform. Either the upper or lower eyelids can be treated, or both can be treated together.

After a non-surgical eye bag reduction, results are seen instantly, although the best appearance is seen after 3 weeks. 3 treatments at 6 weekly intervals are often required to achieve results that are of a similar calibre to a surgical procedure. More than one treatment is often needed for optimal results. There should be at least six weeks before any further PLEXR treatment in the same area.

Final results depend on the severity of skin laxity or size of lesion, the desired result, the general condition of the skin, and any pre-existing skin or medical problems.

Reduction in skin folds and creases appear immediately after a non-surgical eyelid lift, and results are permanent.

Immediately after a non-surgical eyelid lift, tiny dark brown spots will appear where individual shots have been fired, or a larger burn-like appearance may be seen where an area has been ‘sprayed’ with plasma.

• The tiny dark brown spots flake off over the following days (up to 2 weeks), and any burns will heal within a similar period.
• Swelling is common and can be quite pronounced around the eyes, often worse the following morning and lasting for several days.
• The area may be tender and may scab over or become a little sloughy – this is only because the skin is healing.

It is important to allow any spots or scabs to fall off naturally, and do not pick at them. Otherwise, scarring or infection may occur.

After non-surgical eye lift treatment, we advise keeping the treated area clean, dry, and protected using a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Mineral make-up may be applied. Avoid exposing the area to extremes of heat or cold until it has healed. If any doubt, contact the clinic for further advice. 

Local anaesthetic cream is applied for 30 minutes prior to non-surgical blepharoplasty to minimise any discomfort, and the procedure is then virtually painless.

For other areas, local anaesthetic cream or injections may be used to provide numbness. A non-surgical eye lift treatment may feel hot in places, and there may be a tingling or burning sensation afterwards

All treatments carry a degree of risk. However, PLEXR plasma technology has been used worldwide for several years with no significant adverse events.

Possible side effects:

• Following PLEXR treatment, tiny dark brown/black spots may appear or there may be an appearance more typical of a burn.
• Swelling is common and often lasts several days and can be quite significant around the eyes.
• The area will often be red and warm immediately after the procedure and can be quite tender for a few days.
• Patients may experience a tingling or burning sensation. 
• Crusting or a scab can develop and it is important to keep this clean, dry and protected. 
• Sometimes the area can be sloughy.

Take Caution:

If the area becomes red, hot and tender or if there is pus present, it is important to contact the clinic as this may suggest an infection.

Scarring may occur following treatment.

A non-surgical approach is recommended for patients with mild to moderate skin sagging around the eyes. A full medical history and assessment of your expectations is necessary in advance of any decision to treat.

Treatment is not recommended if:

• You have inflamed skin or sunburn
• You are prone to keloid scarring
• You have diabetes or any other healing disorders
• You have an autoimmune disorder
• You have a history of hyperpigmentation

• You have or have had cold sores
• You have a Pacemaker
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding

If, having had treatment, you are at all concerned about symptoms you were not expecting or not happy with your results, please contact the practitioner for advice. If necessary, an appointment will be made for you to be seen.

At Save Face, we take the complicated search out of your road to treatment. Connect with a PLEXR practitioner through our verified search function to remove any concern about legitimacy. Every person in our government-approved register has had to pass a thorough assessment with 116 stages, proving that:

• They are who they say they are.
• They are a registered nurse/midwife, doctor, dentist or prescribing pharmacist with specialist training and insurance in each treatment listed on their profile.
• They use licensed products sourced from reputable suppliers.
• They have all of the necessary paperwork in place to protect you from undue risk and harm.
• Their clinic is safe and hygienic.

Find your nearest Save Face accredited non-surgical eye lift practitioner here.