A ponytail facelift is most effective for younger women – patients in their 30's to 40's who are wanting to improve and augment the eyebrow and check region, and suitable for those with early signs of facial ageing.
In some cases a facelift can be done early in life but, in most cases, a facelift works best for people who are in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, when the signs of aging begin to appear more prominently on your face. Those deep lines, wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin you see are indicators of the aging process.
Most people interested in drastic cosmetic results undergo facelift surgery during their 40s, 50s, or 60s. Having a facelift during the 40s may yield more subtle results, as the signs of aging may not be as drastic as they would be in your 60s.
Approximate Age: 35+
While it is rare to need to have a facelift in your thirties, there are several non-surgical procedures that we may recommend to refresh your appearance or maintain a youthful profile: Non-invasive Dermal Fillers such as Restylane®, Restylane Lyft®, Restylane Silk®, and Juvéderm®.
Most people who schedule a full facelift are in their 50s and 60s, while those who get a mini facelift are usually in their 30s and 40s. However, patients should understand that everyone ages at their own pace.
Although you will experience additional signs of aging, this may not occur for several years, and, even then, your skin quality will always be firmer and smoother than it would have been without the surgery.
How much younger does a facelift make me look? According to a study in the February issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (the American Society of Plastic Surgeons). Patients who have undergone a facelift rate themselves as looking at an average of 12 years younger after facelift surgery.
1. Dermaplaning. Dermaplaning is beneficial because it provides a noticeable and immediate boost to your skin's texture and tone. It's a manual exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells and fine facial hair on your skin's outer layer.
The answer is that, for some people, 40 is the best age for a facelift. Facelifts in the 40s are becoming more and more popular, and the techniques are becoming more refined. With many patients, Dr. Jacono recommends a mini facelift at 40 years old.
If you are thinking about having a facelift, adding procedures to improve the appearance of the eyes, brows, and forehead can deliver even more dramatic results and make you look up to two decades younger.
Ponytail lift is an informal term used to refer to a minimally-invasive procedure that surgically tightens a patient's face for a lifted effect by pulling the brows, forehead, and cheeks upward.
Which facelift lasts the longest? The deep plane facelift lasts up to 10 years, making it the facelift that lasts the longest. A mini facelift usually lasts around 5-8 years, depending on how well you care for your skin. Liquid facelifts must be repeated every year to maintain the positive results.
Facelift procedures can take 10-15 years off of your appearance. The procedure can produce life-changing results for the right candidate. Many patients opt to have facelift surgery for a dramatically more youthful appearance, while others prefer a subtle change.
Deep Creases and Wrinkles: When deep creases, folds, and wrinkles have developed around the nose, mouth, and chin, it may be time to consider a facelift. Lifting and smoothing the deep tissue and skin can provide significant improvements to these signs of ageing.
One of the key indicators that it may be time for a facelift is when you notice sagging tissue in the lower face and neck. If you start to see jowls, lower face wrinkles, and poor jawline definition, those could all be indicators that you want to talk to a facial plastic surgeon about a facelift.
Technically, there is no limit or “magic number” when it comes to how many facelifts can be performed. But as we mentioned, we want to make sure your results remain as natural as possible. Too many surgeries can make your face appear “pulled” or “worked on,” which is not always desirable.
There is no fixed age for people to get facelifts. People have different features and lifestyle. Genetics also plays a part in people's faces. It is advisable to get a facelift as early as you notice the changes for optimum results.
Nonetheless, people in their 40s, 50s, and 60s are perfect candidates for facelift surgery. However, if you notice you have some signs of aging on your face and you are in good standing health, you can be a candidate too.
In general, good candidates for mini facelifts are men and women in their mid to late 40s up to 60s or 70s. There is not a cut-off age, per se, but instead we look at one's overall health, mobility, and treatment goals.
In your 30s, you may start to see the signs of aging, such as wrinkles and fine lines. Your skin will also become drier and less elastic. This is a result of the natural aging process, which contributes to a decrease in collagen production.
In general, you should expect to look ten years younger and see dramatic, but natural-looking, anti-aging of the face and neck. Facelifts don't stop the aging process, but results are permanent. That means ten years down the line; you can still look a decade younger.
Many people regret having had cosmetic surgery, either because the outcome does not match the hoped-for image or because of complications. Research by Medical Accident Group found that 65% of people they polled regretted their surgery, though 28% were very happy with its results.
In general, the results from your facelift will look very good after about 1-month and you'll look your best at 6 months. A facelift can produce long-lasting results for years to come. And while everyone has a unique aging process, many of my patients don't feel they need more work for 12-14 years.