Thinking about an eyelift but wondering what recovery really involves?

You are not alone. Aftercare is one of the most common things our patients ask about, and the good news is that it is far simpler than most people expect.

At Reflect Clinic, we look after you at every stage, from your first phone call right through to your final follow-up.

Led by expert surgeon Mr Gerard Lambe, our team has earned over 500 five star reviews on Trustpilot, with patients regularly praising how supported they feel throughout their recovery.

Ready to chat about your options? Call us today on 07434572794 or email hello@reflectclinic.co.uk. We would love to help.

Understanding Eyelift Aftercare

Whether you choose an upper or lower eyelift, good aftercare makes all the difference to your results.

An eyelift, or blepharoplasty, is a gentle procedure, but your eyes are delicate.

That means a little patience and care in the weeks after surgery goes a long way.

Below, we break down what to expect for each type.

Upper Eyelift Aftercare

An Upper Eyelift removes excess skin from the upper lids to give a fresher, more open look.

The procedure itself usually takes about 45 minutes under local anaesthetic, so recovery is often quicker than people imagine.

Here is what your aftercare typically involves:

• Stitches removed after 1 week in clinic by Mr Lambe.

• Two post-op follow-up appointments so we can check you are healing beautifully.

• Around 2 weeks off work for desk-based roles.

• No driving for roughly 3 weeks.

• No exercise for around 8 weeks to protect the healing area.

• No make-up for 1 week, or until fully healed.

• Keep the area dry while it heals, sticking to baths rather than showers over the wounds.

Some bruising and swelling is completely normal, as the eye area is so delicate.

This settles quickly, and most patients cover the worst of it with make-up after about a week.

Gentlemen often pop on sunglasses for a few days.

Lower Eyelift Aftercare

A Lower Eyelift targets bags and puffiness beneath the eyes, leaving you looking rested and refreshed. Recovery follows a similar pattern to the upper procedure.

Your aftercare includes:

• Icepacks and painkillers to keep you comfortable in the early days.

• Stitches removed at around 1 week.

• Two follow-up appointments with Mr Lambe.

• About 2 weeks off work, with no driving for roughly 3 weeks.

• No exercise for around 8 weeks.

• No make-up for 1 week, and keep the area dry until healed.

Again, expect some bruising and swelling. It fades steadily, and our team is here whenever you have a question.

Support You Can Count On

What truly sets our aftercare apart is the personal support.

Our Clinic Manager, Jayne, is on hand throughout your recovery.

As one recent patient shared: “Jayne provided me with post-op aftercare info prior to the surgery and she contacted me each day the first week after surgery to see how I was.” Another said simply, “It was a breeze!”

Curious to see the results for yourself? Take a look at our gallery of real before-and-after photos, or read the latest patient stories on our news page.

Take the First Step Today

Your journey to feeling more confident starts with a simple chat.

Get in touch with our friendly team on 07434572794, email hello@reflectclinic.co.uk, or contact us here to book your consultation.

We can’t wait to welcome you.