Dr. Catherine Weng of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery Center was recently quoted in Allure magazine’s deep dive into the “new BBL” — the blepharoplasty brow lift — a surgical combination that’s gaining significant traction for its ability to refresh the upper face with understated, natural-looking results.
Move over, old BBL. There’s a new acronym making the rounds in plastic surgery circles, and this one is all about the eyes. The blepharoplasty brow lift, now widely referred to as the “new BBL,” pairs upper eyelid surgery with a brow lift to address the upper face as a cohesive unit rather than treating each concern in isolation. Allure magazine recently explored this growing trend in an in-depth feature, and we’re proud to share that our own Dr. Catherine Weng was among the expert surgeons consulted for the piece.
What the Allure Feature Covers
Allure‘s piece, written by Taryn Brooke, traces the rise of the blepharoplasty brow lift, reporting that blepharoplasty now ranks among the top five most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States. The article explains why surgeons are increasingly pairing it with a brow lift: because the brow and upper eyelid function together, addressing only one can sometimes produce results that may look incomplete. Treating both simultaneously tends to create a more balanced, harmonious outcome.
Dr. Weng’s Perspective
In the Allure article, Dr. Weng spoke to the cosmetic and functional dimensions of upper blepharoplasty. She noted that when the procedure is performed well, it opens hooded eyelids and restores the lid space — something patients often appreciate for practical reasons, including the ability to apply eye makeup with greater ease. An important clinical reality was also highlighted: when excess upper eyelid skin and fat become severe enough to obstruct peripheral vision, the procedure can cross from elective to medically necessary territory, and may even be covered by insurance.
The Blepharoplasty Brow Lift at Our Practice
At The Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery Center, Inc., Dr. Weng and Dr. Jonathan Pontell offer both upper and lower blepharoplasty as well as a full range of brow lift approaches, including endoscopic, pretrichial, coronal, and mid-forehead techniques, each tailored to the individual patient’s anatomy, goals, and hairline. Between them, our facial plastic surgeons bring decades of combined experience and have performed thousands of eyelid procedures. Both are double board-certified in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology, a credential that reflects specialized expertise in the structures and function of the face.
The goal at our practice mirrors what Dr. Weng described in the article: results that look refreshed and natural, not overdone. Whether a patient needs eyelid surgery alone, a brow lift alone, or a combination of both, the treatment plan is built around their unique facial anatomy, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Key Takeaways
- Dr. Catherine Weng was quoted in a recent Allure feature on the growing popularity of the blepharoplasty brow lift (“the new BBL”)
- Upper blepharoplasty addresses hooded eyelids by removing excess skin and, when indicated, repositioning fat — and can be medically necessary when vision is obstructed
- Pairing a brow lift with blepharoplasty treats the upper face as a connected unit, often producing more balanced, natural results
- Dr. Weng and Dr. Pontell are both double board-certified facial plastic surgeons with extensive experience in eyelid and brow procedures
- Every treatment plan at our practice is customized to the patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals
You can read the full Allure article, “A New BBL Is on the Rise”, by clicking this link. To learn more about blepharoplasty or brow lift surgery, or to schedule a consultation with our facial plastic surgeon, please contact our office in the Philadelphia area today.
