Eye Surgery

Subbrow Lift (Sub-Eyebrow Lift)

Lift hooded upper eyelids & a dropping brow tail — hidden sub-brow incision, long-lasting.

What is Subbrow Lift (Sub?
A subbrow lift (sub-eyebrow lift) surgically lifts heavy, hooded upper eyelids and a drooping brow tail by removing a strip of skin through an incision hidden just beneath the eyebrow. It opens up the eye and lifts the brow tail without creating or altering your natural eyelid crease — unlike double-eyelid surgery, which builds a fold.
Safety summary
Duration
60–90 minutes
Pain level
Local anaesthetic — pressure only
Downtime
Swelling/bruising 7–14 days
Contraindications
Active eye infection · bleeding disorder · unrealistic expectations (consult required)
Aftercare
Ice 48h · sleep elevated · no swimming 7 days

Surgical procedures are booked through a consultation. The doctor assesses whether the procedure suits you, and the operating date is scheduled after that.

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Decision guides

Questions to answer before choosing

Compare options by concern, goal and recovery window, then confirm suitability during an individual physician assessment.

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    Hooded eyelids, subbrow lift and under-eyes

    Separate upper-lid skin, brow tail, tear trough and eye bags before choosing treatment.

    • Is this hooded skin, brow droop, ptosis or tear-trough hollow?
    • Will the scar be visible?
About this treatment
Key facts
Category
Eye Surgery
Duration
60–90 minutes
Downtime
Swelling/bruising 7–14 days
Anaesthesia
Local anaesthesia
Price (from)
From ฿39,999
Regulatory
Thai FDA
Halal compatibility
Compatible (synthetic ingredients)
Locations
Siam Square One · BTS Siam Exit 3

Surgery to lift heavy upper-eyelid skin and a sagging brow tail through a concealed incision under the eyebrow. Ideal for thick/hooded eyelids when you don't want to change your natural eyelid crease.

Authenticity & Provenance

Where it comes from, what's inside, who certifies it.

Halal-compatible

Surgical procedure with synthetic sutures; no animal-derived materials. Material-based compatibility — ask about anaesthetic/aftercare specifics.

Regulatory approvals
Thai FDA / อย.
Who it's for
  • Heavy/hooded upper-eyelid skin obscuring the eye
  • Age-related dropping brow tail
  • Thick eyelid skin unsuited to double-eyelid surgery
  • Patients who don't want their eyelid crease changed
Your treatment, step by step
  1. 01
    Consult & assess

    An surgeon assesses eyelid/brow laxity and plans the amount of skin to remove and the sub-brow incision line.

  2. 02
    Surgery

    A strip of excess skin is removed through an incision hidden under the eyebrow, then closed within the brow hairline, under local anaesthesia.

  3. 03
    Recovery

    Cold compress; swelling/bruising for 7–14 days; stitches out at 5–7 days.

  4. 04
    Result

    A more open eye after treatment; settles within 1–2 months; the sub-brow scar fades over time.

Why Waleerat at this price

Compare our pricing with anyone — here is what you get that's different.

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Licensed physicians since 2013

Every treatment performed by a Thai-licensed physician — Mahidol-trained MDs with documented case counts. No nurse-injectors.

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Lot-number verification, on demand

Show me the lot. Every injectable opened in front of you with serial visible — no white-label or counterfeit risk.

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Thai FDA + US FDA + KFDA + CE approved

Our injectables and devices pass at least one major regulator's filing. Provenance is published on every service page.

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Thai and English at every consultation

Thai and English are spoken by all clinical staff. 中文, 日本語, 한국어 and العربية are covered by an on-call medical translator, arranged when you request it at booking.

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At BTS Siam, Exit 3

Siam Square One, at BTS Siam Exit 3 opposite Siam Paragon. Walk-in distance from the platform, no driving stress.

Pain level — honest 1-10
7/ 10

Local anaesthetic — pressure only

Topical anaesthetic 30 minutes before every treatment. Anxiolytics available on request. Your physician adapts technique to your sensitivity level.

Open-Box Protocol — see the lot before injection
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Vial opened in front of you

Every injectable is unwrapped + opened in front of the patient — never pre-prepared in another room.

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Lot number photographed if requested

Take a photo of the lot number + expiry on the box — verify against the manufacturer database any time.

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Authentic-source-only policy

Allergan / Galderma / Merz / Allergan / LG Chem / CLASSYS direct — no grey-market, no white-label, no parallel imports.

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Consent form lists the actual product

Consent form names the exact brand + lot. If we substitute, we re-consent on the spot.

Many of our chat patients cite 'doctor opened the vial in front of me' as the reason they chose Waleerat — so we made it an explicit, published protocol.

Pre-visit checklist

137 first-time patients asked this in chat — so we wrote it as a checklist.

Avoid before
  • Sun exposure / tanning — 1 week prior
  • Retinoids, AHA, BHA — 1 week prior
  • Active skin infections — postpone if present
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding — postpone
Bring with you
  • Government photo ID
  • List of current medications
  • Hair tie if shoulder-length+
  • Comfortable clothes (no high collar for face/neck treatments)
Compare with alternatives
TreatmentMechanismDurationResults lastPriceBest for
Subbrow Lift (Sub-Eyebrow Lift)(this page)Lift hooded upper eyelids & a dropping brow tail — hidden sub-brow incision, long-lasting.60–90 minutesVisible after treatment; settles within 1–2 months; long-lasting.From ฿39,999Heavy/hooded upper-eyelid skin obscuring the eye
Endoline Foxy EyeA non-surgical approach to the foxy-eye lift.90 minutesThe eye-tail lift is visible within about 1–3 weeks once bruising settles. Typically lasts 12–18 months.From ฿6,999 / Per threadDrooping outer eye corner
Double Eyelid (Baby Eyes)Double-eyelid creation with the Baby Eyes technique.90 minutesFinal shape at 2–3 months. Long-lasting.From ฿89,000Single eyelid
Ptosis CorrectionSurgical correction of upper-eyelid muscle weakness.60 minutesLong-lasting.From ฿119,000Drooping upper eyelid

Comparative information only — individual results vary. Please consult a licensed physician before deciding.

Preparation and aftercare for Subbrow Lift (Sub-Eyebrow Lift)

Research-informed guidance for this treatment type. Your doctor’s written plan after assessment always takes priority.

Before your appointment

  • Tell the doctor about severe allergies, bleeding disorders, active skin inflammation or infection, previous filler, recent illness or vaccination, and planned dental procedures.
  • Share every medicine and supplement you use. Do not stop prescribed medicine without advice from the prescribing clinician.
  • Review the exact product label, treatment area, alternatives, and vascular-occlusion warning signs before injection.

After treatment

  • Use a cool compress wrapped in cloth if your clinician recommends it; do not press or massage unless your plan specifically says to.
  • Ask when to resume makeup, strenuous exercise, strong heat, and active skincare; the exact interval depends on the area and product.
  • Keep the product card and use the clinic contact path for delayed lumps, inflammation, or recovery that differs from the plan.

What may be expected

  • Temporary swelling, redness, tenderness and bruising are common; timing varies by area and product.

Contact us promptly

  • Get urgent assessment for unusual or increasing pain, pale/white/grey/blue skin, a cool area, or rapidly changing discoloration.
  • Seek emergency care immediately for any vision change or stroke-like symptom.

1:1 follow-up

Before you leave, the team records your treatment, expected recovery, follow-up timing and direct contact path. A doctor reviews concerns when needed.

Consultation and follow-up contact →
Available at our branches
Flagship · BTS Siam
Siam Square One

Siam Square One flagship — opposite Siam Paragon, skywalk from BTS Siam Exit 3, in the CBD heart of Bangkok (Pathum Wan). 1-minute walk from BTS.

226/1 Rama 1 Road, 2F, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330 — Siam Square One, opposite Siam Paragon · BTS Siam Exit 3
Walking distance to
  • BTS Siam (Exit 3)1m
  • Siam Paragon2m
  • Siam Discovery3m
  • Siam Center3m
  • Siam Kempinski Hotel4m
  • MBK Center5m
  • Chulalongkorn University8m
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Benefits
  • Lifts heavy/hooded upper eyelids for a more open eye
  • Raises an age-related dropping brow tail
  • Incision concealed under the eyebrow line
  • Leaves your natural eyelid crease unchanged
  • Long-lasting — excess skin is actually removed
  • Local anaesthesia, no general sedation needed

What to expect

Visible after treatment; settles within 1–2 months; long-lasting.

Individual results vary. Outcomes depend on age, skin type, anatomy, lifestyle and adherence to aftercare. All procedures carry risk; detailed risk information is reviewed during consultation and signed informed consent is obtained before any treatment.

Before you choose a clinic

A consultation is for deciding, not committing

Bring your goals, medical history, medicines and previous procedures. Ask for plain-language answers and take time to consider them before giving informed consent.

See the clinic-choice checklist

Ready to talk to our doctor?

Send a photo or describe your concern on LINE — we'll suggest a treatment plan and price range before you visit.

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Common questions

Real questions from real customers — answered by our physicians

I have hooded upper eyelids that make me look tired, how much does a subbrow lift cost at your Bangkok clinic and what does the price depend on?+
A subbrow lift at Waleerat sits in a mid-range surgical price tier, and your exact quote depends mainly on how much skin is removed and whether one or both eyes are treated. Because pricing varies by plan, we give a firm figure only after a doctor examines your brow and lid in person. A photo can give a rough preliminary estimate, confirmed at consultation.
Can I do a subbrow lift together with thread lifting or Botox on the same day, and would I get any package discount for combining them?+
Yes, many patients combine a subbrow lift with Botox or a thread lift in one visit. The doctor decides the safe sequence, since brow position changes after surgery, so Botox is usually placed once early swelling settles. Pricing and timing are confirmed at your in-person assessment.
Is a subbrow lift safe for me if I only want a subtle change, just a 1mm lift, and I have quite thick eyebrows already?+
It can be a good fit for a subtle change, and thick brows often help conceal the under-brow scar. The surgeon removes a precise strip of skin to lift the lid gently rather than dramatically reshape your face. Suitability and the realistic amount of lift are confirmed during an in-person exam, since results vary between individuals.
I'm flying into Bangkok for a short trip, what is the downtime for a subbrow lift and how many days before I can travel home comfortably?+
Most people have visible bruising and swelling for about 7 to 10 days after a subbrow lift, with stitches usually removed around day 5 to 7. We generally advise staying in Bangkok until suture removal before flying home, so plan roughly a one-week window. Individual healing varies, and your surgeon will confirm a safe travel date.
How is a subbrow lift different from a thread lift or upper blepharoplasty for fixing heavy, hooded eyelids in someone in their fifties?+
A subbrow lift removes a strip of skin just under the brow to lift hooding, whereas a thread lift repositions tissue temporarily and blepharoplasty cuts along the eyelid crease instead. The subbrow approach hides the scar under the brow and can often give a longer-lasting result than threads. The best option for your anatomy is decided at consultation.
What is the aftercare for a subbrow lift and am I a good candidate if I wear contact lenses and work at a computer all day?+
Aftercare mainly means keeping the incision clean and dry, using cold compresses early on, sleeping with your head raised, and avoiding heavy exercise for about two weeks. Contact-lens wearers usually switch to glasses for several days, and screen work is fine once swelling eases. Candidacy is confirmed in person, since results and healing vary.
13 more questions+
What is a subbrow lift?+
Surgery that lifts heavy upper-eyelid skin and a dropping brow tail by removing a strip of skin through an incision hidden under the eyebrow — opening up the eye without changing your natural eyelid crease.
How much does a subbrow lift cost?+
Price depends on how much skin needs removing and individual complexity. Please consult our surgeon for an assessment and a quote tailored to your case.
How long does a subbrow lift last?+
It is long-lasting, because excess eyelid skin is physically removed — unlike temporary injectable or thread brow lifts.
What are the disadvantages of a subbrow lift?+
There is a scar along the sub-brow line (concealed in the brow hairline and fades over time), a 1–2 week recovery, and it suits only certain eye shapes — the surgeon will advise whether it's right for you or another method is better.
Subbrow lift vs double-eyelid surgery — what's the difference?+
A subbrow lift raises hooded skin / the brow tail from above (under the brow) without making a crease; double-eyelid surgery creates an eyelid fold. The goals differ.
How long is recovery after a subbrow lift?+
Swelling and bruising last about 7–14 days; stitches come out at 5–7 days; light daily activity resumes within a few days.
Where should I get a subbrow lift done?+
Choose a surgeon who assesses your brow–eyelid anatomy before operating, so the incision position and amount of skin suit your face.
How much is a brow lift, and which method should I choose?+
The starting price is shown on this page; the actual price depends on the method that suits you, the amount or number of threads used and the area treated. Brow and eye-tail lifting can be approached with Botox, filler, eye-tail threads or a subbrow lift — each suits a different anatomy. The physician assesses your brow, eyelid and goals at consultation and gives the total price before treatment.
Is Subbrow Lift (Sub-Eyebrow Lift) halal-friendly?+
Surgical procedure with synthetic sutures; no animal-derived materials. Material-based compatibility — ask about anaesthetic/aftercare specifics. If you avoid animal-derived materials, this treatment is open to you. Tell the physician at consultation and the specific product and lot used on the day can be confirmed with you. This reflects the ingredients used, not a halal certification.
What happens during a Subbrow Lift session?+
Consult & assess — An surgeon assesses eyelid/brow laxity and plans the amount of skin to remove and the sub-brow incision line. Surgery — A strip of excess skin is removed through an incision hidden under the eyebrow, then closed within the brow hairline, under local anaesthesia. Recovery — Cold compress; swelling/bruising for 7–14 days; stitches out at 5–7 days. Result — A more open eye after treatment; settles within 1–2 months; the sub-brow scar fades over time. A physician assesses your face first and sets the plan; what is done and where follows from that assessment.
Who is a good candidate for Subbrow Lift?+
Generally considered for: Heavy/hooded upper-eyelid skin obscuring the eye · Age-related dropping brow tail · Thick eyelid skin unsuited to double-eyelid surgery · Patients who don't want their eyelid crease changed. Whether it suits you is decided by a physician at assessment, and there are people for whom it is not advised.
Does Subbrow Lift hurt?+
Anaesthesia for this treatment: Local anaesthesia. A session runs about 60–90 minutes. How much a person feels varies, and anything that concerns you is worth raising at assessment.
How many sessions before I see results?+
Visible after treatment; settles within 1–2 months; long-lasting.
Common questions about our clinic

Real questions from real customers — collated from chat conversations.

Are there other promotions?+
Current prices are listed on each service page. Message LINE @waleeratclinic to ask about pricing.
How much does it cost — is there a promo?+
Starting prices are listed on each service page. Message LINE @waleeratclinic for current pricing.
How long does the treatment take?+
Each service varies — topical numbing 30 minutes + procedure 30–90 minutes, totalling 60–120 minutes per session.
Are there side effects?+
Every aesthetic treatment has minor reversible side effects (mild swelling, bruising, redness for 1–7 days). Serious side effects are rare and preventable with a licensed physician and following aftercare instructions.
Where is the clinic?+
Siam Square One, 2nd floor, at BTS Siam Exit 3, opposite Siam Paragon. Open 11:00–19:00 daily.
How long do results last?+
Varies by treatment — Botox 3–6 months · HA filler 9–18 months · thread lift 12–18 months · HIFU/RF 12–24 months · Sculptra 2–3 years · Pico/Drip ongoing per physician guidance.
Does it hurt?+
Topical anaesthetic applied 30 minutes before. Discomfort averages 3–6/10 depending on treatment. Anxiolytics available for anxious patients.
Pregnant or breastfeeding — can I do this?+
All injectable treatments are paused during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Light facials and select vitamin drips remain safe. Always inform your physician.
Can I go home immediately / how many days off work?+
Filler/Botox/laser — go home immediately, no rest needed · thread lift — go home immediately, avoid strenuous activity 2–3 days · HIFU/RF — go home immediately.
Translation support for Chinese / Japanese / Korean / English?+
Chinese, English and Japanese-speaking staff on site at Siam Square One · Korean — book 24h ahead.
How do I book — is rush appointment available?+
Book via LINE @waleeratclinic or website. Rush appointments within 24h subject to availability.
Can I pay by credit card / 0% instalment?+
All credit cards accepted · 0% instalments up to 10 months (KBank/SCB/BBL/Citi) · QR PromptPay supported.

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