What can be done about small eyes?
I feel that my eyes are relatively small and I look tired. I would like to improve this. Could you please advise on safe and effective methods to make the eyes appear larger?
Doctor's answer (1)
The size of the eyes is primarily determined by genetic factors. If small eyes are the only concern without other discomfort symptoms and do not affect daily life, work, or psychological well-being, special treatment is generally unnecessary.
In daily life, using eyeliner, mascara, and eyeshadow can accentuate the eye contour, making the eyes appear larger. For example, lightly drawing along the inner lower eyelid with a white or light-colored eyeliner pencil can make the eyes look brighter and more open.
Regular eye massage can promote blood circulation, reduce eye puffiness, and make the eyes appear more lively. Use gentle eye-massage techniques, massaging outward from the corners of the eyes.
If there are refractive errors such as astigmatism or myopia, patients may squint due to blurred vision, which over time can make the eyes appear smaller. In such cases, wearing appropriate glasses or contact lenses can correct vision, reduce squinting behavior, and thereby improve the appearance of the eyes to some extent.
In addition, canthoplasty (eye-opening surgery) is another option, in which the inner or outer corner of the eyelid is cut to extend the horizontal length of the palpebral fissure, achieving a larger eye appearance. If you are significantly bothered by the size of your eyes, it is recommended to consult a professional plastic surgeon or ophthalmologist.
