As we age, our skin loses elasticity, causing sagging, wrinkles, fine lines, and jowls. While surgical solutions exist for these conditions, nonsurgical face-lifts (also called tweakments) are becoming increasingly popular for those who want to look younger without going under the knife. These procedures use dermal fillers, lasers, and radiofrequency waves to tighten and plump up skin while lifting, pulling, and narrowing it simultaneously. Here’s everything you need to know about nonsurgical face-lifts.
What Is a Nonsurgical Face-Lift?
Nonsurgical face-lifting uses minimally invasive techniques to rejuvenate facial features without cutting into the skin or using anesthesia. These procedures may occur in a doctor’s office or medical spa. Some of the more popular nonsurgical face-lift procedures include:
- Dermal fillers: Substance injected into the skin to add volume and reduce wrinkles or fine lines.
- Botox: A neurotoxin injected into muscles to relax them and prevent wrinkles.
- Laser Skin Resurfacing: Involves using lasers to exfoliate the top layer of skin and promote new collagen formation.
- Radiofrequency Skin Tightening: Radio waves heat the skin and tighten the underlying tissues.
Types of Face “Tweakments”
Some examples of face tweakments include:
- Filling temples with injections of filler for a fuller, younger look
- Injectable hyaluronic acid treatments for skin glow
What Are the Advantages of Nonsurgical Face-Lifts?
Undergoing a nonsurgical face-lift has numerous advantages, including:
- Convenience: Since nonsurgical face-lifts can be done at an office appointment, you don’t have to sit through a complex procedure or account for recovery time. Unlike other cosmetic surgeries, you can typically resume your normal activities after leaving the chair.
- Minimally Invasive: Nonsurgical face-lifts are minimally invasive. Their risks of complications are much lower than cosmetic surgery, so you don’t have to stress about side effects.
- Natural-Looking Results: Nonsurgical face-lifts produce natural-looking results, making them attractive.
- Affordability: Nonsurgical face-lifts are less expensive than real face-lifts, so you can keep that youthful look without breaking the bank!
What Are the Risks Associated With Nonsurgical Face-Lifts?
Though typically mild, nonsurgical face-lifts do pose some risks, including:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Bruises
- Burns
- Blisters
Is a Nonsurgical Face-Lift Right for You?
Those who show mild to moderate signs of aging will see the best results from nonsurgical face-lifts, but you should always talk to your aesthetician and doctor before getting any of these treatments to confirm you’re a good candidate.