Jen Barangan shares honest eyelid surgery experience, costs, and healing

• Jen Barangan-David shared her full upper blepharoplasty journey in a vlog, explaining why she finally decided to undergo eyelid surgery after years of using eyelid tape
• The content creator walked viewers through her recovery process, post-operative care, and follow-up checkups, showing honest day-by-day progress
• She also opened up about choosing to be transparent despite possible criticism, saying her goal was to help others who are curious or planning to do the procedure
• Jen revealed the full cost of the surgery and related expenses, stressing the importance of being physically, mentally, and financially prepared

Jen Barangan-David welcomed 2026 with a very personal and detailed vlog that many viewers found helpful and inspiring.

The content creator shared her complete upper blepharoplasty journey, also known as eyelid surgery, on her YouTube channel.

She opened up about the reasons, preparation, procedure, recovery, and final results.

Jen explained she used eyelid tape every single day for almost two years. She discovered it through makeup artists. The tape helped create a double eyelid. But she decided to undergo surgery for a permanent solution

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Jen prepared fully before the procedure. She went to Wanadel Med in Makati. She had blood tests and consultations first.

The surgery included full sedation for comfort. She also availed the post-op kit from OneMed. It included antibiotics, anti-inflammatory meds, pain relievers, and scar ointment.

Recovery updates came daily. Day 1 showed swelling and bruising. Jen used a cold compress and followed instructions carefully. By day 3, stitches were still there. She had a follow-up checkup. Warm compress started on day 4.

On day 7, stitches were removed. Swelling reduced. Bruising faded slowly. Jen applied antibiotic ointment and scar gel consistently. By day 20, results looked natural. Scars were visible but improving.

Jen shared the total cost openly. The upper blepharoplasty procedure was 75,000 pesos. Full sedation added 25,000 pesos. Post-op kit cost 7,500 pesos. Blood tests added around 2,000 pesos. The total came to about 107,500 pesos. She included some therapies like Heel Light.

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Jen addressed possible reactions. She knows some may criticize. But she chose to share for those curious or planning the procedure. She wants to help others prepare physically, mentally, and financially.

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KAMI previously reported that Jen Barangan touched the hearts of many after she bravely opened up about losing her job as a flight attendant during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. In an emotional vlog, Jen shared how the lockdown and the continued decline of airline operations eventually led to retrenchment within the company she worked for. She revealed that starting October 16, 2020, she was no longer part of the airline, marking a painful turning point in her life and career.

wearing her flight attendant uniform before she officially left the airline. These videos not only highlighted her personality but also helped her connect with a growing audience who admired her authenticity and resilience.

From losing her job to rebuilding herself in the digital space, Jen’s journey resonated with many Filipinos who faced similar struggles during the pandemic. Her story became a reminder that while loss can be painful, it can also open doors to new opportunities and personal growth.

Source: KAMI.com.gh