The Story Behind the Fox Eye Lift

Have you ever heard of the famous “Fox Eye lift?” Ever wondered what it’s all about?

If you have, you’re not alone.

There are actually two types of Fox eye procedures — a more invasive surgical one and the less invasive “lift” variety.

To give you a better idea of which entails, we’ll explain and contrast the two procedures, focusing on the lift so you know what to expect.

As you’ll soon see, getting the best results from your Fox eye lift isn’t just about choosing the right medical provider but also choosing a provider that uses the best PDO threads on the market.

Learn more about the before and after for a Fox Eye Lift

What is a Fox Eye Procedure?

The Fox eye lift procedure was developed in the 1960s in Hawaii by Dr. Robert Flowers and Dr. Edmund Kwan. Dr. Kwan traveled to Hawaii to learn under Dr. Flowers and also learn more about his Asian blepharoplasty techniques — which is a fancy way of referring to anti-aging surgery for eyelids.

One of the techniques was the precursor of the modern “Fox eye” for rejuvenating the natural appearance of Asian eyelids. It required only sedation as well as a small incision that was made between the brow and lash line.

Dr. Flowers developed his expertise in large part because a large majority of his Asian-heritage patients in Hawaii were interested in maintaining the beauty of natural creases in their eyelids.

Dr. Kwan then combined what he learned under Dr. Flowers’ tutelage with his own experience with facial reconstruction surgeries to share the lift technique as well as surgical options for achieving the “Fox eye look.” He eventually shared this with the world from his practice in the upper east side of New York City.

To this day, many patients who appreciate the delicate enhancement that a thinner eyelid crease provides choose the non-invasive Fox eye treatment to achieve the desired aesthetic.

What is Fox Eye Surgery?

Fox eye surgery is formerly called a canthoplasty, but many people refer to it as “cat eye,” “almond eye” or “fox eye” surgery. The surgical procedure lifts and repositions the lateral canthus, or the corner of your eye.

This helps to rejuvenate or shape a more “almond eye” appearance, or to correct drooping of the lower eyelids. Many physicians refer to this surgery as blepharoplasty, or anti-aging for the eyelids.

How is This Surgery Done?

The Fox eye surgery removes excess fat and skin from the top eyelid, which can become “hooded” as people age. In advanced cases, the drooping can even make it difficult for patients to see.

The end result of the surgical procedure is correcting eyelid droop and/or visual obstruction, along with giving patients a more youthful appearance in their eyelids and the positioning of their brow above.

The procedure usually takes about two hours to complete. While the results are permanent, it still is very invasive, as it involves cutting into the eyelids.

What is the Recovery Period of the Fox Eye Surgery?

The typical recovery period for the Fox eye surgery is about two weeks. During this time, patients usually experience bruising and general soreness. After that time, patients will usually be able to see the results of the procedure.

What is a Fox Eye Lift Treatment?

Not keen on having a physician cut into your eyelids but want the results of the Fox eye surgery? A great alternative is the non-surgical, non-invasive procedure known as the Fox eye lift.

With this procedure, providers insert PDO threads between the brow and eyelids via a sharp needle so that a cannula may be inserted and the threads can be placed. Modern PDO threads, such as those produced by V Soft Lift, incorporate the cannula into the needle, which provides added safety.

Once these PDO threads are positioned in the right place, they are tightened gently until the tissue and skin vectors are slowly lifted into place.

Is the Fox Eye Lift Treatment Invasive?

The simple answer is no. The procedure only requires mild sedation, and the entire process typically takes only about 30 minutes.

One of the biggest benefits of the Fox eye lift is that the recovery period usually lasts only about a day or two, and only normally includes mild puffiness and/or soreness.

Because of the quick timeframe, the procedure is often referred to as the “lunchtime lift.”

The results of this procedure can last anywhere from six months to two years. Even though the results aren’t permanent, the procedure can be repeated to achieve the desired results.

What PDO Threads are Being Used?

There are many factors that determine how long the results from a Fox eye lift last. This includes a patient’s age, overall health, metabolism, quality of your skin and more. All of this plays a part in how long your body will naturally break down the PDO threads, which are essentially dissolvable sutures.

Another major factor is the type of PDO threads that are used in the procedure. Like many things in life, the higher the quality of the PDO threads, the longer-lasting the results will be.

That’s why many Fox eye lift providers are turning toward the PDO threads produced by V Soft Lift, especially the company’s V Soft Arte line. These PDO threads were specifically designed for the Fox eye lift and are optimized for different types of skin and tissue thickness.

V Soft Arte Lift Threads Are Perfect for the Fox Eye Lift

V Soft Arte lifting threads raise the bar for eye lift treatments. These threads provide a cannula that is incorporated into the needle, which makes for a safer procedure than standard options that only use a sharp needle. The polydioxanone composition of the threads themselves is also robust enough that providers have been using it for more than 30 years!

Like other lift threads, V Soft Arte threads are designed to dissolve over time, typically within one year. However, these threads also have another amazing benefit — they stimulate neocollagenesis. In other words, they enhance the body’s natural healing process while maximizing the production of collagen in areas where it’s been used for treatment.

A Fox eye treatment typically requires between three and 12 V Soft Arte threads, depending on the patient’s skin. Practitioners will employ various threads to customize the procedure to each patient’s needs.

V Soft Arte threads come in the following sizes to meet the demanding standards of the procedure …

• Arte 1 — 19g x 100mm: These threads employ a cannula with an FCL blunt shape design, and are optimized for tissue that is heavier in all of the required vectors of the treatment.
• Arte 2 — 18g x 100mm: These threads provide a heavier alternative for threading heavy tissue vectors to ensure the integrity of the finished treatment.
• Arte 3 — 17g x 70mm: These threads are specialized for heavy, sagging skin with a thicker dermis layer to negotiate. It simplifies the achievement of a powerful, robust lift. An FCV style blunt cannula is built into the threading needle for added safety and a perfect delivery.
• Arte 3 — 17g x 100mm: This version adds thickness and increased strength. Like the lighter Arte 3, this version enhances control and safety by means of an FCV cannula pre-loaded as part of the design.

Learn More About V Soft Lifting Threads

Whether you’re a patient receiving a Fox eye lift treatment or a practitioner administering it to a patient, you want to know that you’re getting the absolute best products.

V Soft’s FDA-approved threads are made by the largest provider of PDO threads in the world. V Soft provides a number of resources, including this Injector’s Brochure, that provide information about their lifting threads and why they are considered best-in-class.

As an industry leader, V Soft also offers training resources for practitioners. If you are already familiar with the product, click here to read a comprehensive list of all the procedures for which V Soft threads are optimized.

V Soft threads may also be combined with filler and neurotoxin techniques to produce as much as a 40% improvement with a treatment’s finished aesthetics and with longer-lasting results.

But, don’t take our word for it. Check out the resources above to see the hard numbers for yourself.

The best technique is only as strong as the materials you use. So, when it comes to lifting procedures such as the Fox eye treatment, trust the V Soft line to preserve a carefully cultivated aesthetic for all your patients!

References/FYI

Ruma; “PDO Thread Lifts”

Vsofts’ Arte Lift Line

NextShark; “Plastic Surgeon Proves ‘Fox Eye’ Trend Was Sparked By Asian Features on TikTok”

Dr. Avialiani, “Fox Eyes NYC”