Westernising the eye mainly involves subtly altering the contours and proportions of the eyelid and eye crease, to create a more open look and add depth to the eyes. The request, therefore, is not really to have a Caucasian eye.
This type of treatment is very popular with Asian patients who want a subtle change without surgery.
La non-surgical correction of the Asian eye, often called westernising the eyeInjections of botox or hyaluronic acid are an increasingly sought-after solution for achieving a more open, defined look without resorting to invasive surgery. Thanks to injections of botox, hyaluronic acid and facelift no
surgicalIt is now possible to subtly modify the shape of the eyes, raise the eyelids and accentuate the palpebral crease. The modern aesthetic approach allows a gentle, natural transformation, adapted to the specific characteristics of the Asian face, with no risks and no recovery time.
The anatomical differences between the Caucasian eye and the Asian eye concern the eyelids, the palpebral crease and the arrangement of tissues around the orbit.
Asian upper eyelid
In Caucasians, the upper eyelid crease is generally well-defined and located about 8 to 12 mm above the lash line, giving the eyelid a deeper contour. In Asians, the upper crease is often less pronounced or even absent, giving a smoother eyelid appearance.
The Asian upper eyelid is characterised by :
- More orbital fat.
- A septum which is inserted very low, with the levator aponeurosis, under the upper edge of the tarsus. There are no attachments between the expansions of the levator aponeurosis and the skin.
- Very elastic palpebral skin.
- A palpebral fissure that appears narrowed.
- An upper palpebral crease, which is very often absent and located very low, close to the eyelash line.
Epicanthus
The combination of skin laxity and the low position (or absence) of the upper palpebral crease creates a medial canthal skin fold: the epicanthus. There are four stages of epicanthus, depending on the extent of the fold of pre-tarsal skin at the level of the canthus.
Asian lower eyelid
- The septum is inserted high up, close to the ciliary line.
- The palpebral muscle is thinner at this level.
- Fat pockets appear early, but are stable over time.
There are different types of upper palpebral folds
Absence of upper palpebral crease: monopalpea
There is no fold that divides the upper eyelid in two.
Degressive upper palpebral fold with lateral flaring
The outer part of the eyelid below the crease is wider than the inner part.
Multiple upper palpebral folds
There are several palpebral folds that divide the upper eyelid.
Parallel upper palpebral fold
The crease runs parallel to the ciliary margin, and the inner part of the eyelid below the crease is the same width as the outer part.
Partial upper palpebral fold
The upper palpebral crease is not present along the entire length of the upper eyelid.
Degressive upper palpebral fold
The upper palpebral crease becomes narrower at the level of the inner canthus of the eye.
In aesthetic medicine, several techniques can be used to achieve this transformation gently and non-invasively. Among the most common procedures for westernising the Asian eye.
It is important to consult an experienced practitioner who will be able to carry out these treatments with a mastery of techniques and an understanding of the morphological subtleties of Asian faces. By choosing an experienced practitioner, you will benefit from personalised advice and a tailor-made treatment, for natural, harmonious results.
Westernising the eyes using aesthetic medicine techniques is particularly suitable for people of Asian origin who wish to enlarge and open up their eyes, while preserving their identity and uniqueness. This treatment is ideal for those looking for an alternative to surgery and who want gradual, temporary changes.
Le Botox relaxes certain muscles around the eye, redefining the shape of the eyelids and gently opening up the eyes. Botox® is used to raise the tail of the eyebrows and the eyebrow as a whole, for a more open, structured look.
Used to fill in or modify certain areas of the eye, thehyaluronic acid redefines the contour of the upper eyelids.
It can also be injected into thebrow bone to add volume and depth to the eyes.
This product can also be used to treat the ageing of the Asian eye. Over time, the upper Asian eyelid, like all eyelids, becomes hollow. The loss of fullness is treated by injecting hyaluronic acid. Using a cannula, hyaluronic acid is injected into the orbital rim to replace the fat that has melted away.
Results are immediate and last approximately two years. The after-effects are slight, marked by haematomas (rare) and local oedema.
Opting for medical techniques offers a number of advantages:
- Natural results: these treatments give a subtle, adjustable result that respects the morphology and proportions of the face.
- Non-invasive procedures: these techniques are less invasive than surgery and do not cause social exclusion.
- Personalisation: Each treatment is tailored to the patient to achieve the desired objectives, while preserving the natural harmony of the face.
| Type of consultation | General rates |
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Hyaluronic acid
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CHF 600 per syringe |
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Botox
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WOMAN one zone: CHF 300 two zones: CHF 450 three zones: CHF 600 MEN one zone: CHF 350 two zones: CHF 500 three zones: CHF 650 |
The services described on this site are applicable to Switzerland; there are differences between countries.
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