I’m honored to share that both a patient of mine and I were recently featured in Vogue magazine. The article explored how more people are opening up about facial procedures and why finding the right approach matters. My patient, Elizabeth, ( also bravely showing her blepharoplasty before and after pictures below) spoke candidly about her experience with eyelid rejuvenation and full-face laser resurfacing. Her story reflected what I believe is most important in this work: offering a better, more thoughtful path to natural, refreshed results.

Many patients come to me having had blepharoplasty elsewhere, only to be disappointed with what was left behind. Conventional eyelid surgery removes excess skin, but it often leaves behind the wrinkled skin. And unless resurfacing is part of the plan, that crepey texture around the eyes remains. In some cases, lower eyelid surgery without proper technique can even worsen the appearance of under-eye issues like festoons and malar bags.

That is why I developed a different approach.

The Better Blepharoplasty Before and After: Elizabeth’s Story

Elizabeth had what I call the Better Blepharoplasty®—a procedure I invented to improve on conventional eyelid surgery by combining precise laser removal of excess tissue with deep resurfacing of the upper and lower lids. She also chose to have full face laser resurfacing with our RESET® procedure. Together, these procedures helped remove wrinkles, sun damage, aged skin, and surface texture, essentially resetting her skin back decades.

The result was a more lifted, smoother appearance across her entire eye area and face. But more importantly, it looked natural. Elizabeth shared that her daughter now calls her “Doe Eyes,” a small but meaningful compliment that captured how refreshed and radiant she looked.

Take a look at her before and after blepharoplasty photos:

“I look like my younger self”

The Mental Side of Eyelid Rejuvenation: Why Support Matters

She also spoke to something I care deeply about: the emotional side of aesthetic care. Recovery after eyelid surgery is not just physical. It can bring up feelings of vulnerability, isolation, or even anxiety, especially in the early days. That is why I make it a priority to prepare patients mentally as well as physically. Elizabeth described this experience as more grounded and supportive, with honest conversations, clear guidance, and care that extended beyond the procedure itself.

Full Face Laser Resurfacing with RESET®: Resetting Skin Back Decades

RESET is the full-face laser resurfacing procedure I developed to go beyond conventional cosmetic treatments. It removes years of sun damage, wrinkles, aged skin, and dull surface texture. It also treats difficult under-eye conditions like festoons, which are often left untreated or worsened by conventional surgery. RESET essentially resets the skin to a smoother, tighter, healthier state.

In Elizabeth’s case, the combination of the Better Blepharoplasty and RESET gave her a complete facial transformation. The procedure did not just change her appearance. It revitalized the way she felt in her own skin.

Why This Matters

Too often, patients believe blepharoplasty is a simple fix. In reality, conventional surgery may not go far enough and can leave results that feel incomplete. My approach is different because it addresses both structure and skin quality, using laser precision and advanced resurfacing to create results that look natural and age-appropriate.

This story was not just about surgery. It was about restoring how someone feels in their own skin. I’m grateful to Voguefor highlighting the emotional and physical transformation that is possible when you combine the right techniques with real support.

Looking Ahead

To every patient who has trusted me with their care, thank you. And to Vogue, thank you for shining a light on what thoughtful, innovative eyelid rejuvenation can offer.

If you are considering eyelid rejuvenation or full face resurfacing and want to learn more about what truly works, you can request a complimentary consultation at adamscheinermd.com/request-appointment.