Hooded eyelids
Hooded eyelids are a common facial feature characterised by an excess of skin on one or both eyes, just beneath the eyebrows. This extra skin folds downward from the brow bone towards the lash line, often making the eyes appear smaller than usual. Some individuals with hooded eyelids may find it challenging to apply eye makeup, such as eyeshadow.
The shape of your eyes and eyelids, including hooded eyelids, is one of many genetically determined facial features, similar to attached earlobes or hair colour. This condition tends to become more pronounced with age.
Hooded eyes can be caused by several factors:
1. Genetics: Hooded eyes often have a genetic component. If one or both parents have hooded eyes, there is an increased likelihood of developing this trait.
2. Age: As we grow older, our skin loses elasticity and firmness, leading to sagging and the appearance of excess skin on the eyelids. Additionally, age-related changes in eyebrow position can contribute to hooded eyes or make existing hooded eyes more prominent.
3. Medical or Iatrogenic Causes:
– Improperly administered anti-wrinkle injections: Incorrectly placed injections can lower the eyebrow position, giving the impression of hooded eyes.
– Medical conditions: In rare cases, conditions such as ptosis (a drooping eyelid) can mimic hooded eyes and may require medical evaluation by a doctor.
These factors contribute to the development or appearance of hooded eyes, affecting both appearance and sometimes functional aspects like makeup application.
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