If you’ve ever wondered whether an eyelid lift is as simple as influencers make it sound… or whether your LED mask is actually doing anything… or which skincare step matters way more than retinol — this episode is your new best friend. 💡💗

We sat down with Dr. Prem Chopathy, an oculoplastic surgeon who does these procedures every day, and he is not afraid to spill the industry secrets. 🫣💬

He breaks down:
✓ The biggest waste of money in anti-aging skincare 💸
✓ The #1 myth people believe about eyelid lifts 👁️
✓ The treatments he wishes would disappear forever 🙅‍♂️
✓ The underrated basics that outperform expensive routines 🌞
✓ And how to age confidently without chasing trends or spending a fortune 💛

You’re going to walk away from this episode feeling clearer, empowered, and way less overwhelmed. ✨

You don’t need trends. You don’t need luxury routines. You do need sunscreen — and if all you can afford is the bare minimum, you’ll still be ahead of most people who skip it.

The biggest misconception? That you can “lift” your eyelids without surgery. Lasers, ultrasound, RF, plasma pens — Dr. Prem sees patients all the time who spent thousands and saw zero improvement.

Suction cups, questionable wands, overpriced gadgets — if doctors don’t use them, you don’t need them.

Some are good, but unless you’re using them daily, don’t expect miracles. And honestly? Sunscreen will outperform your LED mask every time.

Most upper eyelid lifts can be done in-office, under local anesthesia, in under an hour. Quick, safe, and life-changing for the right patient.

Bruising, swelling, black-eye vibes for a few days. Sutures out at day 5–7. Makeup after that. Social downtime more than medical downtime.

Sometimes it’s not the lids — it’s brow position or hollowing. Anatomy matters.

Melasma, sun damage, acne marks — Dr. Prem sees it all. His go-to combo includes:
• hydroquinone
• tretinoin
• glycolic acid
• sunscreen
• chemical peels
• microneedling with growth factors
• lasers (with caution)

Standalone niacinamide serums. They’re everywhere already — moisturizer, sunscreen, etc. What really matters is the full routine.

Chemical peels, combo lasers like BBL + Halo, and microneedling with growth factors. Simple, effective, timeless.

It’s not one-size-fits-all. Anatomy, ethnicity, personal goals — the details matter. This is where aesthetics becomes art.

A full Korean combo: Pico, Softwave, PRF + skin boosters. Painful? Yes. Worth it? Also yes.

Retinoids plus glycolic acid — same night. Only for nonsensitive skin, but the glow is real.

Sunscreen. Even (especially!) on vacation.

The dose makes the poison — including Botox.

You don’t need a huge budget. You don’t need every treatment.
If you wear sunscreen and stay consistent, you’re already ahead of the curve.

This episode is packed with clarity, honesty, and the kind of grounded advice that cuts through the noise. Whether you're curious about eyelid lifts, fighting pigmentation, or just trying to simplify your routine, Dr. Prem delivers the kind of wisdom that feels refreshing and doable. 🌿✨

If anti-aging feels overwhelming, this conversation brings you back to the basics — the ones that actually work.

🎧Listen to the full episode on 🎙️Apple, 🎧 Spotify or watch it on 📺 YouTube for even more gems!

✨ Until next time, stay radiant 💖

xoxo,
The Skin Deep MDs 💋