Understanding Double Eyelids: Aesthetic And Cultural Perspectives

An aesthetic trait that is widely recognized and appreciated in various societies and cultures is referred to as double eyelids (ตา 2 ชั้น, which is the term in Thai). Many people from East Asia have been found to be pursuing the possession of double eyelids so much that they undergo different cosmetic procedures to get them or make them more visible. This paper aims to explore the subject more by examining the modalities for achieving such outcomes, their cultural meaning, and all other relevant issues accompanying their implementation.

Methods To Achieve Double Eyelids

Surgical Options

Blepharoplasty

Double eyelid surgery, otherwise known as blepharoplasty, involves a permanent surgical technique that removes some skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the eyelids to make them more attractive by inducing a crease in the upper lid corresponding to their physical features; such operation has to be performed with anesthesia.

Incisional Method

They need an incision made from the desired crease line to have the extra skin or fat removed from their lids. A crease will be formed in which their eyelids will be wrinkle-free. Removing additional lipids found under the skin and unnecessary tissues that cause cheekbones to drop helps when the second technique is applied.

Non-Incisional Method

It is also called the suture method. This approach involves using sutures to create loops without making full incisions. It has a quicker recovery time than the noninvasive variation, but it might not be suitable for all, especially those with droopy eyelids or substantial skin.

Non-Surgical Options

Eyelid Tape

Eyelid tape is an easily achievable, noninvasive solution to creating an upper eyelid crease without surgical interventions or injections. Simply placing a small strip of adhesive tape directly over your lid fold will fold it and make double eyelids quickly and effortlessly. Due to its ease of use and quick results, eyelid tape is becoming an increasingly popular method.

Eyelid Glue

Eyelid glue is similar to eyelid tape. It is a liquid paste that one applies across the eyelid to temporarily create a fold on the eyelid but keep the skin in place so that one appears to have natural double eyelids. Once it has dried up, the skin stays attached correctly, just like natural eyelid fold multiples when formed.

Cosmetic Products

Producing a crease helps create depth. Techniques for applying makeup may be specifically used to create double eyelids that look more beautiful by using eye shadows or liners in certain places.