In today’s time, everyone wants to look young and vibrant. Facial injectables, derma fillers, Botox, etc., have also become quite popular nowadays, along with the latest skincare products.
All these latest procedures make you look younger and require no surgery. These non-invasive cosmetic procedures also do wonders by reversing the sign of aging. They give visible results with minimal cost and faster recovery.
As you age, you develop hollow around your eyes, folds, and creases around your mouth, sunken cheeks, fine lines, wrinkles, etc. Moreover, facial fillers and liquid facelift procedures are gaining much traction as they provide noticeable outcomes.
What Is Liquid Facelift?
The liquid facelift is the latest non-invasive cosmetic procedure that helps restore a youthful face. This facelift method also uses injectables called derma fillers and botox to plump up the face and fill the appearance of wrinkles and facial lines.
The procedure helps to relax the facial muscles and give volume to the face. It also reduces skin sagging and recontours loose facial features or hollow eyes by filling it from the inside.
The facelift procedure is less risky and cost-effective compared to the traditional facelift. The recovery time is faster, and results are immediately visible. You do not have to worry about going under the knife and the risks involved in surgical procedures.
Some of the volumizers used during the procedure include Voluma, Sculptra, Restylane, etc., to restore the face’s volume and soften the overall appearance of facial lines and wrinkles.
The results of a cosmetic facelift can last up to 2 years, and you only need corrections from time to time to maintain the youthful, antiaging look.
How Does a Liquid Facelift Work?
As you age, the collagen and elastin, your skin’s connective tissue, break down. You also lose fat on your face, making you look skeletal and older. A cosmetic facelift reverses this effect by filling up space in different layers of the skin. This plumps up the face and reduces fine lines, sagging skin, and wrinkles. A liquid facelift gives your face a youthful appearance [1].
Liquid Facelift Vs. Traditional (Surgical) Facelifts
Many people find this non-invasive facelift better than conventional facelift procedures for multiple reasons.
The liquid facelift is a non-invasive procedure, while traditional facelift requires surgery.
The results look more natural and subtle, while changes are drastic in a traditional facelift.
It is more cost-effective than the traditional method.
The recovery time is less. You can almost immediately resume work after the liquid facelift procedure. In the traditional method, you need to give some time to recover before continuing your everyday work.
The liquid procedure is less painful and involves less bruising than the traditional procedure.
Cost Of Liquid Facelift
The cost of a facelift varies depending on multiple factors.
- The number of locations of injection sites
- Types of derma fillers used
- Degree of existing facial volume loss
- Maintainance Cost
- Geographic location
And most importantly, physician experience and expertise
This facelift procedure can cost you anything from $400 to $8000, depending on the variables mentioned above [3].
Liquid Facelift Before and After
The professional will thoroughly assess your face. You will be suggested treatment options and costs basis your requirement.
Before starting the facelift procedure, all injections sited will be marked on your face for precision. The area will be cleaned, and a topical numbing agent will be applied. Once the face gets settled, the derma fillers will be injected using a needle or larger cannula [2].
After the cosmetic facelift procedure, you will be advised to take a rest; however, you can resume work almost immediately.
Few things which need to be done after the facelift:
- Apply ice/cold packs to avoid swelling and redness.
- Do not do strenuous physical activity and exercise for a couple of days.
- Avoid sun and tanning.
- Massage the injected area gently for fillers to settle smoothly.
The results can last as long as 2 years depending on the derma fillers used and regular corrections.
Liquid Facelift Side Effects
It is usually safe for a healthy person. It is a non-surgical procedure; therefore, side effects are minimal, and symptoms disappear within a few days.
Some of the side effects include:
- Minor swelling or bruising
- Itching
- Minor skin rash
- Redness or Discoloration
- A small lump or bump
You can avoid complications or severe side effects by consulting a qualified, licensed, and experienced injector.
Caution Tip: Do not get attracted to huge unrealistic discount offers or deals as they may not be qualified or licensed professionals.
Liquid Facelift for Jowls
The cosmetic procedure can only add volume to improve the jowls by providing strategic placement of fillers. However, it cannot reverse sagging jowls or makes drastic changes.
The traditional facelift or surgical method lifts the skin and tissues that make the jowls. The patients can see significant improvement in jowls as there is no pressure on the jawline.
Liquid Facelift Injection Sites
Depending on the requirement, you may get several derma fillers injections to give you a fuller and youthful appearance. Injections sites can be:
- The temples
- Under the eyes
- Sagging cheeks
- The Jowls
- Folds between the nose and mouth
- Around scars
Y Lift Vs. Liquid Facelift
Y-Lift is a facial rejuvenation procedure to restore lost facial volume. The procedure focuses on the critical areas of the face, like sagging cheekbones, tightening the jawline, etc., to make it look wider and higher. This method gives a more defined structure to the face, like a Y. That is why it is known as the Y lift.
The liquid facelift also focuses on restoring the lost facial volume. It uses a combination of injectables and botox to replenish the natural fat of the face. It plums the specific areas of the face to make the appearance youthful.
| Y Lift | Liquid Facelift |
|---|---|
| An instrument is used to lift the skin’s tissues to add the filler. | The procedure involves only injectables to lift the skin. |
| Results are more natural as the fillers are used deep in the skin to provide better structural support. | The outcome is very subtle and requires corrections. |
| The results usually last for 1-3 years. | The results can last for up to 2 years with regular corrections. |
Is a Liquid Facelift Worth it?
It is a non-surgical and cost-effective procedure. The natural and subtle outcome gives you a plump, fuller, youthful appearance.
In simple words, a liquid facelift is worth a try.
Bottom Line
The liquid facelift is a new non-invasive option for addressing the signs of aging. It does not require you to go under the knife and is safer than the traditional facelift method.
Always consult a qualified, experienced, and licensed professional for better results.
Disclaimer: This article is only a guide. It does not substitute the advice given by your own healthcare professional. Before making any health-related decision, consult your healthcare professional.
Editorial References And Fact-Checking
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- Fillers: Overview. (n.d.). Retrieved September 24, 2022, from https://www.aad.org/public/cosmetic/wrinkles/fillers-overview#faqs
- Khiabanlo, S. R. (2022, February 18). Liquid Facelift Overview: Cost, Recovery, Before & After. Aedit.com | Aesthetic Edit. Retrieved September 24, 2022, from https://aedit.com/procedure/liquid-facelift