Minh, a 51-year-old woman, visited a facial spa where a consultant advised her to “lift her eyebrows” to enhance her luck and change her fortunes. The consultant explained that Minh’s drooping eyelids made her face look heavy and older, and that correcting this with an eyebrow lift would attract better fortune, make her look younger, and earn respect from others. Convinced by the offer, Minh agreed to the procedure.
The day after the eyebrow lift, Minh’s wound became red and swollen, prompting her to return to the spa to complain. The staff prescribed antibiotics and advised her to buy and take them. Despite returning for follow-ups and changing antibiotics, Minh’s wound continued to worsen with deep pustules forming. Moreover, her upper eyelids still sagged as before.
In mid-April, Minh sought a check-up at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital. The doctor noted multiple deep pustules along Minh’s eyebrows, with rough and infected wounds that could result in severe scarring even with successful treatment. Similarly, around the Lunar New Year in 2024, another woman over 40 years old experienced a painful, swollen infection on her forehead after a brow lift procedure at an unlicensed facility.
The doctor stressed the importance of choosing reputable, licensed facilities with certified doctors for procedures like eyebrow lifts. Many patients face complications from poorly performed procedures at unreliable centers and spas, resulting in infections, scarring, and other issues. Non-surgical alternatives using advanced technologies or injection techniques are safer options to lift eyebrows without risks of complications.
Overall, the dangers of seeking cheap and quick procedures at untrustworthy sites underscore the importance of thorough research and careful selection of providers when considering cosmetic treatments like eyebrow lifts. Prioritizing safety and quality over cost can prevent devastating outcomes and preserve one’s aesthetic appearance.