Double eyelid surgery is one of Korea's most refined procedures. Here's how the methods differ, what it costs versus the US, and what US patients should expect.
Double eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty that creates a supratarsal crease) is one of the most requested and most refined procedures in Korea. Korean surgeons perform it in extraordinary volume, with a focus on natural, symmetrical results — often at a fraction of US prices. (See also Why South Korea leads plastic surgery and our Korean plastic surgery guide.)
It creates or refines the crease in the upper eyelid, making the eyes look larger and more defined. It's often combined with related procedures for a balanced result.
A good surgeon recommends the method based on your eyelid anatomy and goals — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
| Procedure | United States | South Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Double-eyelid (non-incisional) | $4,000–$6,000 | $1,200–$2,500 |
| Double-eyelid (incisional) | $4,500–$7,000 | $1,800–$3,500 |
| Ptosis correction (add-on) | $3,000–$5,000 | $1,500–$3,000 |
Illustrative ranges in USD; final pricing depends on the method and your case.
Swelling and bruising are most noticeable in the first 1–2 weeks — non-incisional recovers faster than incisional. The crease looks its most natural at about 1–3 months as swelling fully settles.
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About $1,200–$2,500 for the non-incisional method and $1,800–$3,500 for incisional, versus $4,000–$7,000 in the US.
Non-incisional uses buried sutures with no cutting and faster recovery, best for thinner lids; incisional creates a permanent crease and suits thicker lids or excess skin.
Swelling is most noticeable for 1–2 weeks (faster for non-incisional), and the crease looks its most natural at about 1–3 months.
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