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After blepharoplasty, patients are anxious to take in their new look in its ultimate form. They’ve been dreaming of a refreshed and beautiful face for months. Following the operation, however, we urge patients to wait just one more week before applying eye makeup.  

Blepharoplasty is designed to soften puffy eyes,  lift sagging eyelids, and fade unwanted lines around the eyes, but after the procedure, there will be some temporary effects while you heal. This is the healing process and it is completely normal. Like any surgical procedure, bruising and swelling are expected. These side effects will fade quickly but often linger beyond the first few days. When you’re ready to go out, you may be wondering if you can cover these surgical side effects with cosmetics. Here’s what you need to know about makeup and eyelid surgery recovery.