November 3, 2023
Kliniekervaringen
Well received. Nice conversation with a friendly doctor who took the time to provide me with good information and answer my questions.
Zaina
WHAT TO EXPECT
Upper eyelid surgery recovery, day by day
Recovery after upper eyelid surgery takes just one real day of rest. The procedure takes about half an hour, usually under local anaesthetic, and you go home the same day. The next day you can do everything again, including work and exercise.
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QUICK TREATMENT, NATURAL FINISH
Less of that heavy, pressing feeling above your eyes and a fresher look: that's why you do it. This is the road there, from the day before to the moment your scar is barely noticeable.
The day before. We give you a quick call, so you know exactly what to expect and can still ask your questions.
The day itself. You don't need to fast. The surgeon calmly goes through everything with you once more and marks the bit of skin that will be removed.
The day after. We call you to hear how you're doing. By then your day of rest is over: you can do everything again, including demanding work and exercise.
After about seven days. You come back for your first check-up and we remove the stitches.
After about six months. Your skin has almost fully recovered and the scar is barely visible.
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IN GOOD HANDS
The day of your upper eyelid surgery
A surgeon performs your upper eyelid surgery, supported by dedicated surgical assistants. Through an incision in the natural crease of your upper eyelid, the surgeon removes the excess skin, together with some excess fatty tissue if needed.
Afterwards you stay with us in the recovery room for another half hour, with a healthy juice. You go home with a Soap bag full of things for your recovery, including the vaseline cream for your eyelids.
Driving yourself is not an option that day, so bring someone along.
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YOUR PACE, YOUR PLAN
At home after your upper eyelid surgery
On the day of the procedure you really take it easy: on the sofa or in bed, and preferably no light household chores either. That advice applies for just one day.
Your eyelids get no bandage, so washing and showering are fine. The small plasters on the ends of the stitches can get wet and stay on until your first check-up.
Apply the vaseline cream to your eyelids the first evening before bed, and after that two to three times a day. It feels nice and helps your scar heal beautifully.
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The scar after upper eyelid surgery
SMOOTH, STILL YOU
Most of the scar sits in the natural crease of your upper eyelid, a line that was already there. Over time it becomes practically invisible.
Both eyes are almost always done in the same treatment. That gives a nicely symmetrical result, and you only need to recover once.
That's how our No Trace Face® technique works: nobody sees that you've been treated, only that you look fresher.
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EXPERT EYES ONLY
Aftercare after your upper eyelid surgery
After about seven days you see us again. We remove the stitches and look at how your recovery is going together. Your follow-up checks are with the same team, so you always know who to turn to.
Your Soap bag also contains a card with a phone number you can always call. Got a question? No need to wait until your next appointment.
What upper eyelid surgery gives you
FRESH, NOT FROZEN
Upper eyelid surgery resolves a restricted field of vision and often that heavy, pressing feeling of drooping upper eyelids too. If you look tired when you're not, it helps you look fresher. Sound familiar? Read more about the causes of drooping eyelids.
The result stays good for years. Your skin naturally keeps ageing, but you'll see the difference from before for a long time. Because every body heals differently, an exact result can never be guaranteed.
WHAT SOAP LOVERS SAY
What clients say about Soap
March 22, 2026
Clear, calm and professional. I came in very inexperienced and searching, and was received and helped very well. Zero pressure, plenty of time to consider and make choices. Very happy and grateful!
Megin
January 30, 2024
Kliniekervaringen
Friendly and clear explanation, no push for more, pleasant experience.
Irma
March 17, 2024
First time at Soap. I was called the same day and scheduled on the day and time of my preference. Friendly reception, didn't have to wait long and then really well helped. More than satisfied!
Lieve
September 22, 2023
Very satisfied, both with the practitioner and the treatment. Good explanation. Very professional.
J.F.
August 17, 2023
Kliniekervaringen
Very pleasant and a good doctor who took the time and did her job and explanations very well. I would love to come back here again.
Roberto
February 10, 2024
Relevant, meaningful and expert advice. Not focused on selling treatments.
Marijke
December 20, 2025
Google Review
This was an incredibly pleasant experience. The doctor guided me step-by-step through everything during the treatment. With great patience. They really took the time for you, which was very nice. Definitely recommended!
Sylvia
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions about recovery after upper eyelid surgery
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READY WHEN YOU ARE
Start with a free consult
In the free consult the surgeon checks whether it really comes down to excess skin or to something else. You hear what to expect from the procedure, the recovery and the result, and we take photos of your eyelids. Allow 15 to 30 minutes. You're not committing to anything.
Upper eyelid surgery costs €999. Everything about the procedure itself is on the upper eyelid surgery page, and all eyelid surgery costs are listed in one place. Recovery for all eyelid procedures together is on eyelid surgery recovery. Going for lower too? Then read about recovery after lower eyelid surgery.