Upper eyelid surgery remains one of the most common facial cosmetic surgeries performed in the United States every year.  The vast majority of patients report exactly what you are saying.  Removal of the extra eyelid skin that you are unhappy with will restore visibility of your eyelid platform for successful application of eye liner and eye shadow.  Patients who consult with me will have their digital photos taken and will be shown their simulated results on computer.  This greatly helps in patients understanding the expected results.