Last Updated on November 26, 2025
What Causes Hooded Eyes and How Calecim Can Help?
Hooded eyes are primarily caused by dermatochalasis or ptosis. Aging thins the already thin eyelid skin, degrades elastin and collagen, and stretches the periocular support. Calecim Eye Contour Lifting Cream contains PTT-6® conditioned media, a complex of proteins, growth factors, cytokines, and exosomes. These biologically active factors signal fibroblasts in the skin to promote production of elastin and hyaluronic acid, which are crucial for skin firmness and elasticity.
Causes of Hooded Eyes
- Dermatochalasis is defined as excess, lax, sagging upper eyelid skin caused by aging, genetics, sun damage, and lifestyle factors, which causes the eyelid to droop over the crease and occasionally obstruct vision.
- Ptosis is the drooping of the eyelid margin caused by aging-related muscle weakness, nerve damage, trauma, or congenital factors.
- Aging effects include thinning skin, loss of collagen and elastin, weakened muscles, and changes to deeper eyelid structures.
How CALECIM® helps: Calecim increases elastin and hyaluronic acid in human dermal fibroblasts, and clinical studies show that it reduces eyelid wrinkles and improves skin appearance around the eyes.
According to a peer-reviewed article in Dermatologic Surgery, PTT-6®, the active potent formula of CALECIM® Professional, increases elastin and hyaluronic acid in eyelid fibroblasts. The results showed an increase of 68% in elastin and 113% in hyaluronic acid compared to the control, with no adverse events reported.
Who it is for: It is intended for patients with mild to moderate upper lid laxity, crepe, and texture changes who are not yet candidates for surgery and want to maximize their recovery from peri-procedural procedures such as lasers while being monitored by a clinician.
Typical timeline: Clinical trials showed visible results between 5 to 7 weeks. There were some visible differences among trial patients, but expect better results with continued use.
Comparing Calecim Eye Cream to Traditional Eyelid Treatments
Topical treatments alone, even potent ones, cannot replicate the results of surgical blepharoplasty for severe cases of skin redundancy. However, for addressing mild to moderate laxity and improving the outcomes of non-surgical procedures, advanced topical formulas are essential.
| Products | Mechanism of Action | Clinical Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| CALECIM® Eye Cream | Delivers growth factors and exosomes for direct cell signaling. It promotes regeneration of collagen, elastin, and HA. | increased hyaluronic acid by 113% and elastin by 68% in comparison to the control group, according to clinical trials. |
| Traditional Retinoids | Promotes increased cell turnover and subtle collagen synthesis. | Widely available for mild fine lines and texturization at a low cost of entry. |
| Energy-Based Devices, such as Microplasma RF and Ultherapy | Induces controlled thermal damage to the dermis, stimulating collagen remodeling and thermal contraction. | Effective for visible contraction and tightening in mild-to-moderate laxity with minimal downtime compared to surgery. |
A Step-by-Step Guide to Eye Care.
Step 1: Identify the cause of eye hooding
- Is it dermatochalasis or ptosis? Examine photos in primary gaze for a prominent or low lid crease. This distinction drives expectations and referrals.
Step 2: Start a regenerative eye-care baseline
- AM/PM: Apply CALECIM® Eye Contour Lifting Cream to the upper and lower lids, extending to the temples, and refrain from direct ocular contact. This formula incorporates PTT-6®, which contains proteins, growth factors, cytokines, and exosomes, as well as supportive actives such as caffeine and niacinamide.
Step 3: Consult a clinic, if necessary
- Procedure pairing: For photo-damaged texture around the eyes, physicians may combine lasers with stem cell topicals.
- Surgical consultation: If there is a compromised visual field, brow strain, or a significant overhang, blepharoplasty or ptosis repair is the most effective treatment for excess skin or true droop.
Safety and when to consult: Avoid getting the product in your eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs, and seek medical advice if you have active dermatitis, recent ocular surgery, or ocular surface disease. Non-surgical “tightening” can help with minor laxity but is ineffective for severe sagging, according to American Academy of Dermatology
FAQs
Does CALECIM® “lift” a hooded lid?
It restores skin firmness and elasticity through PTT-6® signaling. However, it does not remove excess skin or repair aponeurotic ptoses. Blepharoplasty, or ptosis repair is typically required for severe hooding.
Is it safe to use on upper lids?
Yes, apply around the eyes, on the upper and lower eyelids, and extend right up to the temples. Avoid direct ocular contact, and discontinue if irritation occurs. Consult your doctor if you have any eye conditions or have recently had surgery.
Can topicals replace surgery?
No. Non-surgical tightening is most effective for minor laxity. Significant redundancy or ptosis requires surgery.
Calecim Eye Cream Regimen
- When to start: At the first sign of aging around the eyes.
- Frequency: Apply AM & PM to upper and lower lids, extending to temples. Avoid direct ocular contact.
- What it does: It promotes ECM signaling, specifically elastin and HA pathways, improves firmness, elasticity, texture, and luminosity, and aids in de-puffing and brightening with caffeine and niacinamide complexes.
Expected results window: Clinical trials showed visible results within 5 to 7 weeks, but expect even better results with continued use.
