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Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-Surgical Eye Lift — Eyelid & Brow Rejuvenation

Sometimes known as a non-surgical blepharoplasty. Viora V-ST, Ultherapy and Pixel RF microneedling for skin laxity, brow heaviness and fine lines around the eyes — without incisions or anaesthesia.

At a Glance

Non-Surgical Eye Rejuvenation

Viora V-ST (RF Tightening) Radiofrequency energy to firm and tighten skin around the upper and lower eyelids; 3–6 sessions; minimal downtime
Ultherapy (Focused Ultrasound) TGA-approved; brow-lifting effect; targets the deeper structural layer; typically one session of 60–90 minutes
Pixel RF Microneedling Fractional microneedling with RF energy for fine lines, crepiness and texture around the eye area; 2–4 sessions
Best Suited To Earlier-stage laxity and skin changes not yet requiring surgery; post-surgical maintenance
Can Be Combined With Facelift or mini facelift surgery (for comprehensive rejuvenation); blepharoplasty aftercare; other non-surgical facial treatments
Downtime Minimal to none for Viora and Ultherapy; mild redness and swelling for 1–2 days for Pixel RF microneedling

May not be suitable if you have significant excess upper eyelid skin, under-eye fat pads requiring removal, or changes affecting vision — surgery may be more appropriate in these cases.

This page covers the non-surgical treatment options available at Aesthetica Image Centre for concerns around the upper and lower eyelids, including skin laxity, heaviness, fine lines, and brow position. This approach is sometimes referred to as a non-surgical blepharoplasty.

These treatments are an alternative to — or complement for — blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), depending on the nature and extent of the changes involved.

Non-surgical eye rejuvenation is most effective at the earlier end of the ageing spectrum.

Your clinician will advise honestly on which approach, if any, is most appropriate for your individual concerns. For surgical blepharoplasty, see our main eyelid surgery page.

Understanding the Treatment

What Non-Surgical Eye Lift Treatments Can Address

Non-surgical eye lift and rejuvenation is most effective where changes are present but the skin has not yet developed the degree of excess or laxity that requires surgical removal.

  • Mild to moderate upper eyelid skin laxity or crepiness
  • Softening of the brow, contributing to a heavier appearance over the eyes
  • Fine lines and skin texture concerns around the upper and lower lids
  • Early lower eyelid skin changes, where fat pads have not yet significantly descended
  • Maintenance of results following blepharoplasty surgery

Important: non-surgical treatments cannot remove excess skin, address significant fat pad descent, or lift the brow to the extent surgery can. Where these changes are present, blepharoplasty or a combined surgical approach may be more appropriate.

Your Options

Treatments Available at Aesthetica

Three treatment modalities are available, each suited to different concerns and stages of change. They can be used individually or as part of a combined treatment plan.

Viora V-ST — RF Skin Tightening

Advanced radiofrequency energy heats the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and gradual firmness around the eyelid and brow. Sessions typically 30–60 minutes, with a course of 3–6 treatments spaced 2–4 weeks apart. Learn more →

Ultherapy — Focused Ultrasound

Targets the same structural layer addressed in a brow lift, producing a gradual lifting effect on the brow and upper eyelid. A single TGA-approved session of 60–90 minutes, with results developing over 2–6 months. Learn more →

Pixel RF Microneedling

Combines fractional microneedling with RF energy to improve texture, crepiness and fine lines in the delicate skin around the eyes. A course of 2–4 sessions, spaced 4 weeks apart. Learn more →

Is This For You?

Who Is Most Suited to Non-Surgical Eye Lift Treatments?

  • Have earlier-stage laxity or brow changes that don't yet require surgical correction
  • Prefer a non-surgical approach and have realistic expectations about what it can achieve
  • Have previously had blepharoplasty and wish to maintain results over time
  • Are exploring options before deciding whether to proceed with surgery
  • Want to address skin quality and texture concerns around the eyes alongside other treatments

A consultation is the appropriate starting point — your clinician will assess your individual anatomy and advise whether a surgical opinion from Dr Tony Prochazka is worth exploring alongside.

Complementary Care

Can Non-Surgical Eye Treatments Be Combined With Surgery?

Yes — and in some cases this is a particularly effective approach:

  • With facelift surgery: patients having a facelift sometimes combine this with non-surgical eye rejuvenation, addressing the upper face without a second surgical procedure
  • After blepharoplasty: non-surgical treatments can support ongoing skin quality and help maintain results as the ageing process continues
  • Before considering surgery: a course of non-surgical treatment may be a useful first step, providing some improvement while the decision about surgery is considered over time
Your Rejuvenation Pathway

Where Eye Treatments Fit in Your Facial Rejuvenation Journey

Non-surgical eye rejuvenation is one part of a broader facial rejuvenation pathway. Depending on your goals, it may be used on its own, alongside other non-surgical treatments, or as a complement to surgical procedures elsewhere on the face.

Facial rejuvenation options at Aesthetica Image Centre, from skincare through to surgical facelift

Indicative starting prices only — a personalised quote is provided following consultation.

Patients addressing earlier signs of jowling or jawline softening alongside their eye concerns may also wish to discuss a mini facelift (MACS) — a smaller-incision surgical option with a shorter recovery than a full facelift. Where changes are more advanced, full facelift surgery may be more appropriate.

Your clinician will help you understand where your concerns sit and which combination of treatments may suit your goals.

An Honest Comparison

When Surgery Is the Better Option

Non-surgical treatments work best when changes are mild to moderate. If any of the following apply, blepharoplasty surgery is likely to be more appropriate:

  • Significant excess skin overhanging the upper eyelid crease
  • Visible fat pads or puffiness beneath the lower eyes that have descended significantly
  • Changes that are affecting vision or peripheral sight
  • Previous non-surgical treatments that haven't produced adequate improvement

Learn about blepharoplasty surgery at Aesthetica Image Centre →

Real Results

Non-Surgical Eyelid Rejuvenation: Before & After

We believe in realistic and transparent communication. During your consultation, we can show you educational results to help you understand what may be achievable for your unique features.

Aesthetica Image Centre before and after picture non-surgical eye lift using Viora

Example of "heavy" upper eyelids. The after image is 4 weeks after her 3rd treatment with Viora V-ST, provided with patient consent. Individual results will vary.

A second opinion from a qualified health practitioner is recommended.

A real person, not a chatbot

Ask Julie

Not sure whether a non-surgical eye treatment or blepharoplasty is right for you? I'm Julie Bates, Aesthetica's Patient Care Coordinator. Our online chat is answered by our friendly staff — no AI, no call centre — so you're always talking to a real person, at your own pace.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

It's a range of treatments — sometimes called a non-surgical blepharoplasty — including RF skin tightening, focused ultrasound and RF microneedling — that address skin laxity, brow position and skin quality around the eyelids without incisions or anaesthesia. Unlike surgical blepharoplasty, these treatments work by stimulating collagen production and gradual skin tightening rather than physically removing tissue.

Viora V-ST radiofrequency skin tightening, Ultherapy (TGA-approved focused ultrasound with a brow-lifting effect), and Pixel RF microneedling for skin texture and fine lines. Each addresses slightly different concerns, and a combination approach may be recommended depending on your individual assessment.

Patients with earlier-stage changes — mild to moderate skin laxity, brow softening, fine lines or crepiness — that don't yet require surgical correction. Also well suited to those who prefer a non-surgical approach, and those maintaining results after previous blepharoplasty.

Yes. Non-surgical eye rejuvenation can complement facelift or mini facelift surgery for patients wanting comprehensive facial rejuvenation without a second surgical procedure, and can be used following blepharoplasty to help maintain results over time.

When there's significant excess skin overhanging the upper eyelid crease, considerably descended fat pads beneath the lower eyes, or changes affecting vision or peripheral sight. Non-surgical treatments work best at the earlier end of the spectrum.

Viora V-ST results may last up to a year with maintenance treatments; Ultherapy results develop over 2–6 months and may last 1–2 years; Pixel RF microneedling results develop over 1–3 months. As the ageing process continues, periodic maintenance is generally recommended.

Not Sure Yet?

Related Pages

Blepharoplasty

Surgical eyelid surgery — our main eyelid surgery page.

Explore Blepharoplasty →

Before & After Gallery

Blepharoplasty results and recovery timeline.

View the Gallery →

Mini Facelift (MACS)

A smaller-incision surgical option for earlier signs of ageing, with a shorter recovery.

Explore Mini Facelift →

Facelift Surgery

For more advanced facial laxity requiring comprehensive repositioning.

Explore Facelift →

Ultherapy

TGA-approved focused ultrasound for gradual, non-surgical tightening.

Explore Ultherapy →

Viora Technology

Targeted radiofrequency treatment for skin quality and firmness.

Explore Viora Technology →
What To Expect

Your Consultation

Your journey begins with a personal consultation at Aesthetica Image Centre in Armadale, Melbourne. During this visit, we'll take the time to understand your concerns and discuss whether non-surgical eyelid treatments or blepharoplasty may be appropriate for you.

  • Discuss your medical history and any current concerns
  • Examine your eyelid area and surrounding facial features
  • Explain the different treatment/procedure options
Meet the Team

Your Non-Surgical Eye Lift Clinician

Kathryn Coen, Dermal Clinician at Aesthetica Image Centre
Dermal Clinician

Kathryn Coen

BAppSc (Dermal Sciences), Victoria University · ASDC-Registered

Kathryn is a qualified, ASDC-registered Dermal Clinician who delivers Viora V-ST, Ultherapy and Pixel RF microneedling at Aesthetica Image Centre, with a strong focus on personalised, honest treatment planning for the eye and brow area.

Why Choose Us

Why Aesthetica Image Centre

We take the time to truly listen. Our patients often tell us they value our:

  • Warm, professional and unhurried consultations
  • Honest guidance — including when surgery may be more appropriate than a non-surgical option
  • More than 20 years of experience in cosmetic procedures, both surgical and non-surgical
  • Convenient location in Armadale, Melbourne
  • Personalised aftercare and support throughout your journey

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