Nov 25 | Media Feature in Harper’s Bazaar

Expert Insights from Dr Elizabeth Hawkes

Before the blepharoplasty

The oculoplastic surgeon Dr Elizabeth Hawkes shares everything you need to know before booking in for a procedure

Always see a specialist oculoplastic surgeon for eyelid surgery, to ensure that results are safe and natural.

Ask all the important questions, including whether the surgeon is dual-trained in ophthalmology and oculoplastics, what experience they have in eyelid surgery specifically and how many blepharoplasty procedures they have done, along with any examples they can show you.

Make sure you understand what result is realistic for you, how long recovery will take and what the risks are.

Blepharoplasty surgery is appropriate for removing excess skin and addressing severe puffiness or hooding. That said, while it can help achieve a brighter, fresher appearance, it will not stop the natural ageing process.

NLA licensed copy. No further copies may be made except under licence. This article originally appeared in Harper’s Bazaar on November 12, 2025, written by Olivia Falcon.