What Is Plasma Eyelid Threading? Advantages and Disadvantages of Plasma Eyelid Threading

Hello, recently I have received quite a few questions about Plasma eyelid threading, as some clinics advertise it as a “new technology,” “no swelling, no pain, and more durable than traditional eyelid threading.” However, to understand it correctly and avoid unrealistic expectations, I will explain each aspect from a professional perspective so that you can understand what Plasma eyelid threading actually is and whether it is suitable for you.

What Is Plasma Eyelid Threading Technology?

Plasma eyelid threading is a technique that uses a Plasma Pen to create micro-points on the eyelid skin before the thread is inserted. Plasma generates ionized energy that helps mildly contract tissue, create more uniform tissue entry points, reduce bleeding, and minimize friction during thread insertion.

An important point you need to understand:

• Plasma is not a separate eyelid threading technique; it is simply a supportive device.
• The eyelid crease is still created through the mechanism of thread linkage between the eyelid skin and the tarsal plate, similar to Korean eyelid threading or Multi Point eyelid threading.
• Plasma only helps make the procedure smoother and may slightly reduce swelling; it is not the technology that determines the durability of the eyelid crease.

Therefore, when you hear advertisements claiming that “Plasma eyelid threading is completely superior,” you should understand that Plasma contributes only about 10–20% of the effect, while the remaining results depend on the surgeon’s technique.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Plasma Eyelid Threading

Advantages of Plasma Eyelid Threading

• Reduced swelling and bruising: Plasma helps contract tissue and minimizes capillary trauma.
• More uniform fixation points: The Plasma Pen creates small, even openings that support accurate thread placement.
• Faster recovery: Recovery time is often shortened by 1–2 days compared to traditional needle-based methods.
• Minimally invasive: It only affects the surface layer, making it safe when performed correctly.

Disadvantages of Plasma Eyelid Threading

• It cannot create beautiful eyelids if the surgeon lacks experience, because Plasma is only a supportive tool and does not create the eyelid crease itself.
• Using an inappropriate wavelength may cause irritation or a burning sensation on the skin.
• The results are not significantly different from traditional eyelid threading when performed by a skilled surgeon.
• Some facilities overuse Plasma as a marketing tool, which may create misconceptions about durability and outcomes.

In conclusion, Plasma provides some minor benefits, but it is not the determining factor in aesthetic outcomes.

Who Is Suitable for Plasma Eyelid Threading?

The following are the groups that doctors generally consider suitable, followed by further explanation:

Suitable for:

• Individuals who want reduced swelling and faster recovery.
• People with thin eyelids, sensitive skin, or a tendency to bruise easily.
• Hidden eyelids, poorly defined creases, or mild eyelid asymmetry.
• Patients who have never undergone eyelid threading or those with mild crease loosening after a previous procedure.

Not suitable for:

• Individuals with significant excess eyelid skin or thick eyelid fat (eyelid surgery is more appropriate in these cases).
• Patients with failed previous eyelid threading and extensive tissue fibrosis, which Plasma cannot improve.
• People prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).

Plasma eyelid threading is most suitable for younger individuals, typically under 30–35 years old, with minimal eyelid imperfections.

How Long Do the Results of Plasma Eyelid Threading Last?

Whether Plasma technology or a traditional needle method is used, the durability of the eyelid crease depends on the technique, not on the device itself.

• Typically, Plasma eyelid threading lasts 2–5 years, similar to Korean eyelid threading.
• If performed using the Multi Point technique and high-quality sutures, the results may last even longer.
• Individuals with firm tissue and minimal excess skin tend to maintain results for a longer period.
• Men or people who engage in intense physical activities may experience earlier crease loosening.

Plasma only helps the eyelids recover faster, but it does not make the crease more durable.

If you are considering Plasma eyelid threading but are unsure whether it is suitable for your eyes, I recommend visiting Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital for a direct consultation. Gangwhoo currently offers a full range of Korean, Multi Point, and Dove Eyes eyelid threading techniques with gentle procedures that ensure minimal swelling, even without the use of Plasma technology.