What Makes a Face Look Tired? Understanding the Causes and Choosing the Right Approach

Often we’ll hear from patients that although they’re getting plenty of sleep and feel well-rested, people tell them they’re looking tired.

What’s interesting is that a “tired” appearance is rarely caused by a single issue. In most cases it’s the result of subtle changes in facial structure, skin quality or expression that alter how light, shadow, and emotion are perceived. Understanding the cause of these changes is important, because the right treatment for one person may be completely inappropriate for another.