What is the price of fox eyes in Turkey?
The price of fox eyes in Turkey ranges from £1,400 to £2,450, compared with £3,000 to £4,400 in the UK. Thread lifts cost £700 to £1,200. This all-inclusive rate covers anaesthesia, 5 nights in a hotel and VIP transfers. The procedure takes 1 hour 30 minutes with no mandatory overnight hospital stay.
📊 Price Table 2026: Turkey vs UK
This comparison table shows the average rates expected for 2026 for an almond-shaped gaze, covering both surgical and non-surgical techniques between Istanbul and the UK.
| Type of procedure | Price Turkey | Price UK |
|---|---|---|
| Canthopexy (Surgical) | £1,400 - £2,450 | £3,000 - £4,500 |
| Fox Eyes + Brow Lift | £1,900 - £2,800 | £4,000 - £6,000 |
| Fox Eyes + Blepharoplasty | £2,100 - £3,050 | £4,500 - £6,500 |
| Thread lift (Non-surgical) | £700 - £1,200 | £1,800 - £3,000 |
Private cosmetic surgery is rarely covered by the NHS, so it is normally paid for out of pocket. If you want to know what your own cover provides, check with the NHS.
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📈 What the studies show
No satisfaction rate specific to fox eyes in Turkey has been published. In a series of more than 500 lateral temporal lifts, the complications recorded were minor and temporary, with no permanent nerve damage[5]. The lift achieved is maintained beyond one year[4].
What is fox eyes?
Fox eyes is a cosmetic procedure that stretches the outer corner of the eye towards the temples. It changes the shape of the eyelid opening to create a more open, lifted almond-shaped gaze, without affecting vision or eye function.
This trend, also known as “cat eyes”, spread across social media through the #foxeye challenge[2]. The aim is to recreate a bright, upward-slanting gaze. None of these names corresponds to a defined medical protocol.
In Turkey, surgeons use advanced techniques to stabilise the canthal ligament. Unlike temporary tricks (make-up or eyebrow shaving), the procedure offers a lasting structural change to the periocular area.
The procedure involves lifting the outer corner of the upper eyelid. This repositions the lateral canthus, which has the beneficial side effect of slightly smoothing the temporal area and subtly lifting the tail of the eyebrow.
Although the cosmetic result is appealing, the medical implications matter. Specialised eye work demands millimetre precision to avoid any asymmetry or eyelid retraction, which is why choosing the right practitioner is so important.
What does Fox Eyes treatment involve?
Two approaches can change the shape of the eyes and soften the signs of tiredness:
The non-invasive option: It uses thread lifts or hyaluronic acid injections. The threads create immediate mechanical tension, while fillers reposition volume. These solutions are temporary, with no holding time established by published data[1]. Non-invasive laser protocols for brow elevation have also been described[6].
The surgical option (Canthopexy): This is the surgical route. It can be combined with a blepharoplasty (eyelid correction) or a temporal lift. The surgeon tightens the canthal tendon to fix the eye in its new almond position.
A temporal lift is often preferred to correct a “drooping brow”. Choosing a natural look matters, because trends pass but surgery changes anatomy for good.
Who is Fox Eyes lifting for?
Facial anatomy determines whether the procedure succeeds. Patients who naturally have little orbital fat and good skin elasticity are excellent candidates for threads or injections.
With age or depending on genetics, however, collagen loss can make injections less effective or more visible. In that case, cosmetic surgery is the route most often chosen.
Every face is unique, so the “Fox Eyes look” has to be adapted. An eye stretched too far on a round face may lack harmony.
Risks, complications and side effects
Like any procedure, it carries risks:
- Temporary bruising and swelling;
- Slight asymmetry between the two eyes;
- Increased sensitivity to wind or light for 15 days;
- Palpable nodules (in the case of thread lifts).
The question of the religious permissibility of cosmetic surgery arises for some patients. It falls to a religious authority, not a medical website, and no single answer emerges.
Our advice for a successful procedure
The eye area is complex. Do not choose a surgeon on price alone. Check that they have specific expertise in oculoplastic surgery. The tissues around the eye are the thinnest in the body and forgive no handling error.
If you are struggling to choose, we can point you towards a practitioner qualified in oculoplastic surgery. Our coordinator is British.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
How long does a Fox Eyes result last?
It depends on the technique. PDO thread lifts produce only a temporary effect, with no established duration[1]. After a brow lift, the measured elevation is maintained beyond one year, with a loss of less than 3%[4].
Does Fox Eyes hurt?
Performed under sedation or local anaesthesia, the procedure is not painful at the time. A tightness-type discomfort is reported during the first few days, and it is managed with the painkillers prescribed by the surgeon.
What is the minimum age for Fox Eyes in Istanbul?
You must be over 18. The name circulates mainly among young adults, but the indication depends on eyelid anatomy and the tone of the canthal tendon, which are assessed at the pre-operative consultation, not on the patient’s age[3].
What is the minimum stay in Turkey for Fox Eyes?
The procedure itself takes around 1 hour 30 minutes and does not require a mandatory overnight hospital stay. The minimum stay announced for this type of procedure is three days, including the post-operative check.
Canthopexy or canthoplasty: what is the difference?
Both work on the lateral canthal tendon, which holds the outer corner of the eye and gives it its tilt. The choice between canthopexy and canthoplasty is made at the pre-operative consultation, based on the anatomy of that tendon, never on the name on the door[3].
Do fox eyes and cat eyes mean the same thing?
Yes. No medical distinction exists between fox eyes, foxy eyes and cat eyes: the three names cover the same procedures. The vocabulary comes from social media and the beauty press, not from surgery[2].
How do I organise the trip and the flight home?
The return flight is planned after the post-operative check carried out on site. The practical rules of medical tourism in Turkey apply here: a written quote before departure, a flexible ticket, and the practitioner’s contact details for remote follow-up.
Sources & References
- Yu AY, Pu LLQ. Polydioxanone (PDO) Thread Lift for Face: A Novel Anatomical Approach. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2026. View the source
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons. A deep dive into the cat eye and fox eye aesthetic trend. 2021. View the source
- Wang Y, Holds JB, Douglas RS, Massry GG. The Spectrum of Aesthetic Canthal Suspension. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2021. View the source
- Garg N, Alnemri A, DeKloe J, et al. A Comparison of Brow Elevation and Complications: Endoscopic Versus Pretrichial Brow Lift. Laryngoscope. 2025. View the source
- Chen T, Matarasso A. Lateral Temporal Brow Lift: A 20-Year Experience and Surgical Outcomes. J Craniofac Surg. 2026. View the source
- Burmann TG, Duarte FB, Akaishi PMS. Fox eyes lift, a new protocol for eyebrow elevation with laser Fotona. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023. View the source
- Best Clinic. Fox eyes in Turkey: cost and procedure. 2026. View the source
