The Complete Facelift Guide
Start here. A clear, balanced introduction to facelift surgery: what it can achieve, who it suits, and how to prepare for a consultation.
A plain-English introduction
A facelift is one of the most misunderstood operations in cosmetic surgery. The word conjures images of over-tightened, surprised-looking faces — but modern techniques aim for the opposite: a natural, rested version of you. This guide explains how facial ageing actually works, what surgery can and cannot do, and how to approach the decision sensibly.
Work through the topics below in order, or jump to whatever is most relevant to you right now.
In this section
What Is a Facelift?
What rhytidectomy involves, and the difference between lifting and resurfacing.
Read →Am I a Candidate?
Skin laxity, health and realistic expectations matter more than age.
Read →The Consultation
How to prepare, what a good surgeon assesses, and questions to ask.
Read →Anatomy of Ageing
Why the face changes: volume loss, ligaments and the SMAS layer.
Read →Surgical vs Non-Surgical
Where injectables and devices help — and where they cannot replace surgery.
Read →FAQ
Straight answers to the questions patients ask most.
Read →Not sure where to start?
The complete facelift guide walks you through ageing, candidacy and the consultation before you compare techniques.