The Complete Guide to Sagging Face Lifting: How to Choose between Sonic, Electrolysis, Threading, Botox, Hyaluronic Acid, and Collagen Needles?

Do you want to improve your sagging face but are hesitant to undergo cosmetic treatments? The loss of collagen, sagging face, deep lines and blurred jawline are the pain points of many people. This article analyzes in-depth the mainstream treatments for sagging face, from the deep fascia tightening sonic lift, full-layer tightening electrolysis, to the immediate restoration of the buried thread lift and injectable filler, through professional evaluation and after-surgery care guide, to help you accurately fight against gravity, and retrieve the firm contour.

Sagging face: Which treatment is right for you?

If you find that your face is sagging, don't be in a hurry to decide which treatment you want to undergo. Instead, you should first determine the cause and severity of the sagging in order to make a more accurate choice of the right treatment.

Definition and Determination of Mild, Moderate, and Severe Ptosis

To know the severity of facial sagging, you can make a simple distinction between "displacement level" and "static lines":

• Slight sagging
  • Appearance: Sagging is not normally visible, but shallow lines can be seen when you are tired or when the light is shining from top to bottom.
  • Characteristics: Skin feels slightly thinner and less elastic to the touch, and the jawline is slightly blurred when the head is bowed.
• moderate sagging
  • Appearance: Even with a relaxed expression, lines are visible, or the malar muscle is visibly displaced, making the midface look flat.
  • Symptoms: The corners of the mouth appear on both sides of the mouth, and it begins to feel like the shape of the face is changing from V to U.
• severe sagging
  • Appearance: Deep marionette lines and a double chin appear, and the flesh of the cheeks has a clear sense of falling.
  • Symptoms: Complete loss of the jawline and even the appearance of a turkey-like neckline.

The Two Directions of Aesthetic Procedures: Lift vs Fillers

There are two ways to address the problem of sagging face: "Lifting" and "Filling". Simply put, this is the difference between "pulling up" and "lifting up".

rapture

Utilizing radio waves to tighten the skin surface, sonic waves to shrink the fascia, or submerged wires to physically lift. It is suitable for those who still have enough facial fat but not enough support to return the fallen tissues back to their original high position. However, these methods can also stimulate collagen growth, so also has the effect of support.

padding

For example, Hyaluronic Acid, PDL (Poly-L-Lactic Acid) or Peter Peter's Fillers. Hyaluronic Acid has its own volume, so you can see the puffiness of the face immediately after application; PDL is composed of Poly-Leuco Lactic Acid (PLLA), which can stimulate collagen production; Peter Peter's Fillers have both immediate filler and collagen synthesis effects.

What do I need to prepare for my doctor's consultation?

• Be specific: Instead of saying "I want to look beautiful," say "My biggest concern is my chin when I look down" or "I want my lines to get lighter.
• Past medical history or recent aesthetic treatments: What treatments have been done within 6 months? Any sensitivity to specific anesthetics or ingredients?
• Budget and Recovery Period Consideration: Is it acceptable to have postoperative edema for 3 to 5 days? Or do you have to go to work the next day? Clearly inform the doctor about your lifestyle so that the doctor can plan the most suitable program for you.

sonic lifting (medicine)

Sonic Lift is a commonly used treatment to combat sagging of the face by heating the fascial layer to lift the facial muscles.

Principle of action: How HIFU acts on the SMAS fascia

Sonic Lift uses High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology, which is similar to using a magnifying glass to focus sunlight to create a hot spot, and focuses the energy precisely on the SMAS fascia layer deep in the skin, at a temperature of about 60 degrees to 70 degrees.

The SMAS fascia layer will shrink and lift upward after being heated, just like the roasted meat at the Mid-Autumn Festival. In addition, the heat will cause minor thermal damage, stimulating the body to activate the self-repair mechanism, and continue to synthesize collagen for the next 3 to 6 months, resulting in firmer skin.

Suitable Groups and Areas

What sound waves can deal with is tissue displacement and more severe relaxation.

• Suitable for: people with obvious lines, sliding apple muscles, blurred jawline, or those who want to improve their double chins.
• Highlights:
  • Mid-face: lifts displaced fat pads and minimizes the appearance of lines.
  • Lower face: tightens the jawline and improves marionette lines.
  • Around the eyes and forehead: lifts the brow and eye position for brighter eyes.

Introduction of representative treatment: Z Sonic/ULTRAcel Q+ Sonic Lift

ULTRAcel Q+ Sonic Lift

Aerisin ULTRAcel Q+ Linear Sonic, with 0.58 seconds of ultra-linear technology, precisely lifts the SMAS fascia layer to improve the double chin and loose contour, TFDA-approved, low-pain, zero-recovery period, to create a natural and firm contour.

Z Soundwave(LinearZ)

 Z Sonic originated from Korea, is a new technology, there are 4 probes, 15 treatment modes and 6 treatment depths, can be done in line, point or a combination of the two treatments, can effectively improve the double chin, the flesh around the mouth and wrinkles, the advantage is that the speed of the application is extremely fast, the pain is relatively reduced, suitable for those who are afraid of pain or wish to shorten the duration of the treatment.

Points of Attention

Although sound waves are non-invasive, there are still a few things to keep in mind:

• Post-operative reactions：There may be a slight swelling or soreness after surgery, which usually disappears naturally in about 3-5 days.
• Avoid icing: Sonic is heat-activated, so unless the redness and swelling are severe, it is not recommended to apply excessive icing after surgery to avoid reducing the effect.
• The effect is not immediate: the effect of the sound wave is gradual and the most beautiful and firm state will be roughly 2-3 months after the operation.
• Avoid hot places: Avoid hot baths, hot springs, saunas, steam rooms or facials for 1 week.
• Take care of your face: don't use products or scrubs that contain acids, which can make your skin more fragile.

Electrodermabrasion

The principle of radio waves is different from that of sound waves, but they also stimulate collagen synthesis, while improving skin texture, minimizing fine lines and tightening pores.

Principle of action: How RF works on the elastic layer of the skin

The core concept of the radio wave is capacitive heating.Cleveland ClinicIt is pointed out that the use of RF radiofrequency, RF radiofrequency is not an optical energy, but a kind of low-frequency electromagnetic wave that generates heat, which can penetrate into the superficial to middle dermis layer of the skin, stimulate the regeneration of new skin cells and collagen, and restore the firmness and elasticity of the skin.

Suitable Groups and Areas

Radio waves are good for treating loose skin and fine lines, and are suitable for people who want their face to be smaller and tighter, or for those who feel that their skin has become thin and wrinkled, and doesn't feel elastic to the touch or has small fine lines, for example:

• Lift the face for a more defined side profile.
• Improves eyelid laxity and fine lines.
• Turkey neck, neckline

Representative Therapy：Ten Pei Radio／Sharp Radio／IG Radio

There are many radio wave devices on the market, and the differences are mainly in the stability of the energy and the comfort of the application:

Topei Radio(TenThera)

Features: Layered percussion technology, can heat different thicknesses of tissue, energy distribution is uniform, is the choice of many small capitalists to start.

Sharp Radio(Cellinew): 

Specialty: "Cellinew" (also known as Sharp Lattes)This is the most popular Monopolar Radio Therapy recommended by Sun Shumei.The Adoption 6.78MHz High Frequency Unipolar Radio (HFU)It combines the exclusive "Auto Fit Dynamic Impedance Compensation Technology", "0.1-second Strike Mode" and "Adjustable Cooling Pulse System" to ensure that every burst of heat is effectively absorbed by the tissues, creating a "super standard collagen saturated feeling" in the skin. No needles, no pain - this is the new generation of technology that will be the most eye-catching in the electro-acoustic wave market in 2026, and the best choice for perfectionists.

IG Radio(Intragen): 

Features: From Korea, also known as "Little Phoenix Wave" and "Grid Wave", specially designed for Asian skin. IG Wave uses "Grid Wave" technology, which allows the energy to be output in segments, avoiding excessive scalding of the epidermis, and the treatment process is relatively gentle, helping to tighten the surface layer of the skin and pores.

Points of Attention

• Physician's Feeling: To precisely control the stacking of energy, the surgeon must immediately adjust according to the thickness and tolerance of the fat, too strong may cause burns or blisters, too weak will have no effect.
• Post-procedure moisturizing and gentle protection: The skin will be temporarily dry after the radio wave treatment. It is recommended to moisturize the skin and avoid using acid or granular exfoliating products for 1 week to avoid excessive damage to the skin barrier.
• Pay attention to sun protection: If you go out after an electrocution, it is recommended to protect yourself from the sun. Choose a sunscreen with SPF 30~50 and reapply it once every 2 or 3 hours to maintain protection.
• Avoid hot places: Avoid hot places such as hot springs, saunas and ovens for 1 week.
• The effect is not immediate: Like sound waves, the effect will not be immediate, but will appear slowly at 2 to 4 weeks after surgery and peak at 3 to 6 months.

Thread Lift

Threading is a physical lifting method that lifts the sagging fat layer or fascia layer upward to improve the sagging effect of the face, and also stimulates collagen production, which is suitable for those who want to see a quick change.

Principle of action: how absorbable wires physically lift and vector design

Threading is the use of medical-grade absorbable threads with barbed hooks, which are inserted into the subcutaneous fat layer or the SMAS fascia layer. The surgeon will use the tension of the threads to pull back the sagging tissues diagonally upward and fix them in place. As each person's face is different, the surgeon will find the precise point of injection and the direction of lifting, so that the face will appear a natural V-shaped uplift.

As the wire is absorbed, it continues to stimulate the surrounding tissue to produce collagen, so that even after the wire is completely ablated, the resulting fibrous structure can still provide some support.

Suitable Groups and Areas

Threading is best suited for people who want to see an immediate change in the appearance of localized sagging, such as lifting the apple muscle, tightening the jawline, and eliminating bulges at the corners of the mouth.

Representative Treatment: Divine Lattice

Shariputra (Chinese medicine)(MINT Lift)

The threads from Korea, also using poly-p-dioxane acetone threads and 360-degree spiral barbs, have a strong spiral grip, and the lifting effect is very significant against medium to heavy sagging, and the maintenance time is relatively long.

Points of Attention

• Initial foreign body sensation and tightness: In the first 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, there will be a noticeable tightness or tugging sensation when you wash your face or open your mouth (e.g., brushing your teeth, laughing), which is normal, but it is recommended to avoid exaggerating the expression of your face.
• Avoid rubbing and massaging: Avoid vigorous massaging of the face or undergoing dental surgery for 1 month after surgery to prevent the wire barbs from falling off or shifting, which may affect the results.
• There may be redness, swelling and bruising: There will be needle holes, and the area may be slightly swollen or bruised after the surgery, which usually fades within 3-7 days.
• Maintain a normal routine and diet: Don't stay up late, drink alcohol or smoke to avoid affecting the speed of wound healing.

Botulinum toxin injections

Botox can block the downward pulling force of the muscles, which is very helpful in improving jawline problems such as corners of the mouth, double chins or large chewing muscles.

Principle of action: How to reduce the downward pulling force by relaxing the muscles.

Based on publication in journalsJournal of Clinical MedicineBotulinum toxin, produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, was originally a lethal neurotoxin, but has now been transformed into a versatile therapeutic agent for a wide range of conditions including localized dystonia, facial muscle spasms, migraines, excessive sweating, and in the field of aesthetics.

Botulinum toxin can temporarily block the signaling between nerves and muscles, relaxing the over-contracted muscles and weakening the muscles that pull the face downward. When the downward force disappears, the original upward lifting muscles will become relatively strong, and the face will have the feeling of being pulled up.

Suitable Groups and Areas

Botox injections are suitable for people who habitually purse or skim their lips, causing the corners of their mouths to droop, or people who have obvious double chins, blurred jawline and neckline, and obvious chewing muscles (Chinese face). Commonly injected areas include:

• Jawline: The main focus is on the wide neck muscles. Relaxing the wide neck muscles will result in a more defined jawline.
• Corners of the mouth: Relax the muscles that pull the corners of the mouth down to improve the look of bitter melon and marionette lines.
• Chewing Muscles: Relaxing the biting muscles, which are over-exerted and over-used, not only slims down the face, but also reduces the feeling of weight on the lower half of the face.

Representative Treatment: Botox/Nabota

Botox

From the United States, it is the oldest classic brand with the highest market share in the world. Its smaller spread and high precision make it ideal for delicate lifting, such as around the eyes and along the jawline.

Nabota

It is also called "Rainbow Botulinum", emphasizing on high purity and hypoallergenicity, which can reduce the chance of antibody production in the body, and the effect is quite good for large muscles such as chewing muscles.

Points of Attention

• Don't lie down for a while: avoid lying down, intense exercise or massaging the injection site for 3-4 hours after injection to avoid spreading the drug to non-targeted muscles.
• Make a lot of facial expressions: After the injection, you can make a lot of facial expressions to help the average absorption of the agent.
• Slight bruising and swelling: There may be temporary bruising or swelling after Botox, which will disappear on its own, so don't worry too much.
• Avoid overuse of the chewing muscles: Try not to eat chewing gum, betel nut, beef jerky, shredded squid and other foods that require hard chewing after surgery.

Needle Filling

Needle fillers are used to rebuild the foundation of the skin. Once the foundation is full, the skin will naturally be supported upwards, which can improve the problem of sagging.

Principle of Action: Rebuilding Support and Tissue Volumizing

Needle fillers rebuild the foundation of the face. One of the causes of sagging is bone atrophy and loss of subcutaneous fat, leaving the skin of the face unsupported. Needle fillers are used to restore the lost volume and achieve a plumping and lifting effect.

The Difference Between Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid: Fillers vs Regeneration

Collagen and hyaluronic acid are two commonly used forms of medical aesthetics, but they have different functions and principles:

• Hyaluronic acid: Hyaluronic acid itself has volume and belongs to "physical filler", after injecting, you can immediately see the injected area become puffy, which is suitable for people who want to improve the hollow immediately.
• Collagen injections: Collagen injections can be subdivided into two types: "filler" and "booster". Filler collagen is injected with a high concentration of collagen, which not only has the effect of filling, but also has the effect of improving dark circles because collagen is white in color, for example, the so-called "Panda Needle" is a collagen filler.

Another type of collagen booster is the collagen needle, the ingredients of which include poly(L-lactic acid), poly(bis(lactic acid), etc., which can stimulate fibroblasts to synthesize new collagen. Some of the collagen needle boosters (e.g. Peter Peter's Witch) contain CMC carriers, which have the effect of both immediate filler and stimulation of collagen synthesis.

Suitable Groups and Areas

If you don't want to take the time to undergo radio waves or sonic therapy, then you can consider undergoing injections first, which can be applied to areas such as the apple muscle, lines, 夫妻宮, or to strengthen the jaw line, etc.

Hyaluronic acid stands for therapy:POLYLUTE Belotero/Joe Arden Juvederm/JuvenilRestylane

Joe Arden(Juvederm)

With patented linkage technology, the texture is soft and low water absorption, strong support, excellent stability, complete molecular size specification, no particle feeling after application, natural expression, very suitable for apple skin, plump lips, wrinkles and other areas that require a soft transition.

Rexroth(Restylane)

A classic brand with a full range of molecular sizes, featuring non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid produced by Streptococcus bacteria, which is highly supportive, malleable and hypoallergenic, and able to accurately adjust even the smallest of lines.

Belotero

Adopting CPM skin-friendly technology, it has excellent cohesion and can be highly integrated with the skin, which is not easy to produce a foreign feeling or Tindal's reaction.

Collagen Needle Representative Treatment: Sculptra／Juvelook／Aesthefill

Sculptra

Commonly known as "TongYan Needle", the main ingredient is Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA), there is no filler effect, but it can stimulate collagen proliferation, replenish the loss of facial tissues, improve the sagging, depression, so that the whole face visual firmness and redness, the effect will be more natural than hyaluronic acid.

Aesthefill Alice

 Commonly known as the "Elixir Needle" and "Variety Face Needle", the main ingredient is Polydicyclic Lactic Acid (PDLLA), which can be adjusted according to the concentration of the foam to fill in the depressions as well as lifting the whole face.

Juvelook.

Also known as the Face Needle, it combines 85% Polydicyclic Lactic Acid (PDLLA) and 15% non-crosslinked hyaluronic acid, which can immediately fill in depressions and promote collagen proliferation, achieve firming and lifting, enhance skin texture, and improve the skin tone and translucency.

Points of Attention

• Follow your surgeon's instructions: Fillers of different compositions are cared for in different ways, some require massage, others do not, so follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions.
• Avoid high-temperature environments: No heating, ovens, steam rooms, hot springs, or prolonged sun exposure for 1 week to prevent accelerated metabolism and pigmentation of fillers.
• Maintenance and cleansing: After application, you can apply ice packs to the area to reduce swelling, and if you want to wash your face, the force should be gentle, not excessive rubbing or pressing.

Face Lift Comparison: 5 Key Treatment Points at a Glance

After reading so many face lift treatments, are you still not sure what the difference is? Don't worry, the following is a comprehensive list of facial lifting treatments to combat sagging from restoring skin elasticity, lifting fascia, replacing lost tissue and reducing muscle pulling.

Focus 1 Skin elasticity restoration - Levels of action and timing of radio wave treatment

The best time to receive the treatment is when the skin starts to show fine lines, enlarged pores, or when the skin feels thinner, which can solve the problem of loose skin and restore the solidity of the skin to the touch.

Electrolysis alone can improve skin texture, but if there is deep tissue displacement at the same time, combined with sonic stimulation of the SMAS fascia layer, the firming sensation will be more solid.

Focus 2 Fascial Tightening - How Sonic Therapy Works on SMAS Fascia Layer

Sonic Therapy utilizes focused ultrasound waves to precisely target the SMAS fascia layer at 4.5mm below the skin. The heat from the sound waves causes the fascia to shrink and lift. This is the deepest lifting technique without surgery.

Sonic can do the effect of lifting the contour of the face, but if the face is sagging and sunken at the same time, it is recommended to supplement the foundation with filler-type injections for a better overall effect.

Focus 3 Face Lift and Fat Displacement - Vector Design Principles of the Thread Lift

When fat loss has become apparent, energy devices alone may not be enough. Threading is the use of hooked wires to reset the fat layer. The surgeon will plan the vector angle according to the shape of the face and pull the tissue back into place. This targets the "displacement" of tissue and immediately reshapes the jawline.

If you want to make the skin lifting, fullness enhancement, in addition to submerged thread lifting, can also be combined with the radio wave treatment, tightening the surrounding skin, can make the support effect of the wire is more stable, the maintenance period is longer, but it is generally recommended to undergo the radio wave first, about 1 to 3 months before submerged thread lifting, but there are people who are the same day to complete the assessment is recommended to be evaluated by a professional doctor.

Focus 4: Reducing Downward Muscle Pull - How Botox Can Complement a Lift

One of the causes of facial sagging is the downward pull of the wide neck muscles and the descending muscles of the mouth, and Botox reduces the downward pull of these muscles.

If you want to strengthen the lifting effect, in addition to the use of Botox to reduce the downward force, but also to increase the upward force and fill the loss of tissue, so you can match the treatment includes sound waves, filler injections, electrolysis lifting and so on.

Focus 5 Rebuilding Support and Organizational Enrichment - Roles and Options in Filler Therapy

Filler treatments do not simply fill in, but precisely fill in the collapsed areas and regain the support you had when you were young. The choice of treatment can depend on your needs:

• Hyaluronic Acid: Instant results for those who want to see their skin lifted right away.
• Collagen Booster: induces the body to grow its own collagen, with gradual and natural results, suitable for those who need a large area of fullness and seek a natural firmness that doesn't look like it has been tampered with.

If filler injections are applied alone, it may make the face unnatural or too stiff. It is recommended to first tighten the loose skin and fascia with the use of radio waves or sonic waves, and then inject filler injections into the depressed areas, which can reduce the dose of filler but achieve a more three-dimensional, more supportive lifting effect.

Sagging Face Lift Comparison

confrontationSagging faceWhat is the difference between aesthetic treatments including electrolysis, sonic lifts, thread lifting, fillers and botulinum toxin? Is it better to do a single treatment or a combination of treatments?

Comparison Table of Five Major Treatments

	Role Level	Suitability	Duration	recovery period	Estimated Costs
Electrodermabrasion	Dermis, subcutaneous tissue	Mild to moderate	1 ~ 1.5 years	Very short (1~3 days)	高
sonic lifting (medicine)	SMAS fascia	moderately	1 ~ 1.5 years	Short (3~7 days)	middle to high
Thread Lift	Fatty layer, fascial layer	Moderate to severe	1 ~ 2 years	Medium (7 to 14 days)	middle to high
botulinum toxin	muscle layer	Light Aid	4 ~ 6 months	無	低
Needle Filling	Superior periosteum, subcutaneous fat layer or dermis	Moderate to severe	1 ~ 2 years	Almost nothing, or as short as 3 to 5 days	中

Solo vs. Complex: Which Lift is More Comprehensive?

Sometimes a single treatment can only solve one problem. For example, if the sonic wave lifts the fascia, but if the skin is too thin and loose, although the contour lines come out after the surgery, the skin texture will still feel old.

• Solo: Suitable for people with limited budget or very simple aging problems, such as a simple enlarged bite or slight fine lines around the eyes.
• Complex treatment: The mainstream trend in medical aesthetics is "layered anti-aging", so it is recommended:
  • Electro-Sonic Dual Wave: Electro-wave tightens the surface of the skin and Sonic Lift lifts the deeper foundations, the most satisfying combination available.
  • Lift + Fillers: First, we use sonic waves or submerged wires to pull up the tissues, and then fine-tune the fillers to target the areas of loss (such as the tear troughs and apple muscles). This prevents overfilling from making the face bloated and achieves the most natural age-defying effect.

Suggested Facial Sagging Treatment for Different Age Groups (30s/40s/50s)

Each age group has a different set of sagging concerns, and investment priorities should be adjusted accordingly:

• 30s Lightly mature: focusing on "defense" and "collagen storage
  • Focus: Prevention is better than cure.
  • Suggestion: Regularly take care of your skin with radio waves or sonic waves to maintain its elasticity; inject Botox for dynamic expression lines to prevent them from becoming deeper and more sagging.

• 40s Maturity: Structural lifting and support to minimize sagging.
  • Focus: To address the visible appearance of lines and contours of early aging.
  • Suggestion: It is recommended to undergo electroacoustic dual-wave for full-layer tightening; if there are obvious depressions that cause sagging of the face, it can be combined with a collagen booster to rebuild the foundation support.
• 50s Senior: Combating Sagging with Physical Repositioning and Volume Reconstruction
  • Focus: To counteract block displacement and depth relaxation caused by gravity.
  • Suggestion: Lift is an immediate and effective option to physically reposition displaced fat; it should be paired with a larger dose of fillers to compensate for bone atrophy and fat loss and to restore volume to the face.

Sagging Face Lift Treatment Complete Procedure Description

In the face of facial sagging, choosing an aesthetic procedure is only the first step, but it also includes a golden period of recovery and rehabilitation after surgery, where extra care is needed to ensure both safety and aesthetics. 

Consultation Stage: How Doctors Determine the Suitability of Lift or Fillers

This is the most critical decision point. The surgeon will evaluate the sagging of the face, for example, if the skin is pushed behind the ears and the contour line becomes beautiful and the lines become lighter, then a lift such as radio waves, sonic waves, or submerged wires may be needed; if the cheeks are still sunken and sagging after the push, then fillers may be needed.

Complex treatment day process: the arrangement of multiple treatments done on the same day

If the intention is to solve multiple problems in one day, the doctor will adopt the principle of "from deep to shallow, instruments first, then injections", for example:

1. Instrument First (Electro/Sonic): Heat is used to tighten the deep tissues first, and usually sound waves are applied first, followed by electro waves.
2. Threading: If threading is required, after the physician evaluates the feasibility of threading, physical repositioning will be performed after the device is applied, while the thermal effect of the tissue is activated.
3. Needle Finish (Filler/Botox): After the overall frame is lifted, the remaining localized depressions will be precisely filled to avoid over-application.

If multiple treatments are done on the same day, including anesthesia and postoperative sedation, it is recommended to allow 3 to 4 hours.

Postoperative Day 1 to 3: Differences in Recovery Status by Procedure

The recovery period varies from treatment to treatment, and so do the feelings:

• Electro- and Sonic: Slightly red and swollen skin, soreness and swelling when touched.
• Threading: There may be pinpoint bruises, a noticeable "tugging and tightening" sensation when making facial expressions, or even a slight unevenness in the area, all of which are normal.
• Needle Fillers: There may be slight swelling or minor bruising at the injection site.

Whether it's radio waves, sonic waves, threading or injections, it's important to keep your skin dry, avoid irritation and rubbing, and avoid high temperatures to allow your skin to stabilize.

1st week to 1 month after surgery: Timeline of the lifting effects

• First Week (Immediate Results): Mainly due to the physical changes brought about by the threading and hyaluronic acid, you will notice a more pronounced contour.
• Two weeks later: the recovery period is over, the edema has subsided, the skin has stabilized, and the lines of the face are more natural and less stiff.
• One month later (activation period): collagen begins to grow, the effects of the radio waves and sound waves gradually appear, and the skin's refinement and solidity are enhanced.

After the Treatment: How to Maintain and Extend the Lifting Effect

• Sun protection is the key: UV rays will destroy the newly grown collagen, and may also be anti-black and pigmentation, sun protection is not done properly, the effect of medical aesthetics will be greatly reduced.
• Eat enough: Get enough vitamin C and high quality protein. Adequate nutrition is the only way to ensure the smooth functioning of the growth mechanism initiated by the medical treatment.
• Rest and Recreation: Avoid prolonged playing of cell phones to minimize the downward pull of the neck muscles. Don't stay up too late, as a lack of rest can hinder wound healing and collagen regeneration.
• Regular fine-tuning: Don't wait until the skin is completely sagging or the effects of the treatment have completely disappeared. It is recommended that a maintenance-type maintenance treatment be carried out once a year to keep the skin's firmness at its peak.

After Sagging Face Surgery Maintenance and Precautions

After completing the face lift treatment, proper aftercare is the key to determining the length of the effect and the speed of swelling, proper maintenance habits and life adjustments can not only slow down the discomfort, but also maximize the effectiveness of collagen proliferation, so that the firming effect is maintained for a longer period of time.

Principles of postoperative shared care for all treatments

Whether you've had an ultrasound, threading or injections, the following 5 principles are universal for repair:

• Sun protection: After the treatment, the skin is in a period of repair, and will be more sensitive to UV stimulation. If you don't protect your skin from the sun, it may affect the repair of collagen, and increase the risk of anti-tanning, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone.
• Moisturize: After the treatment, the skin is in a high state of repair and metabolism is accelerated, making it very susceptible to dryness. It is recommended to use simple (fragrance-free, alcohol-free) hyaluronic acid, ceramide serum or lotion to increase the skin's moisture content and strengthen the skin barrier.
• Gentle cleansing: Wash your face with lukewarm water for 1 week after surgery. Avoid using facial washers, towels or exfoliating products.
• Get your fix: Eat fruits, vegetables and proteins rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a key cofactor in collagen synthesis. Vitamin C is a key co-nutrient in the synthesis of collagen, which is a key factor in post-electrosurgical augmentation.
• Maintain a normal routine: resting more and staying up less late will help repair the skin on your face.

Why sunscreen is the most important thing to do after surgery?

Post-operation skin is the most fragile, not only is it prone to dryness, but it is also more susceptible to the effects of ultraviolet rays. It is recommended to use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher to prevent UV rays from destroying newly generated collagen and aging the skin, and at the same time, to prevent tanning and melanin deposition.

What behaviors discount healing?

• High temperature environment (within 2 weeks): High temperature will speed up the blood circulation, which will make the already slightly swollen face more swollen, and may also affect the stability of fillers such as hyaluronic acid.
• Alcohol, tobacco and stimulants: Nicotine causes constriction of blood vessels and lowers the oxygen level in the blood, which slows wound healing; alcohol dilates blood vessels and increases redness, swelling and bruising.
• Vigorous massage or face spa: especially after thread lifting or needle filling, don't push vigorously within 1 month, massage will make the thread barbs fall off or filler displacement, so that the original drawn line will be deformed.
• Late nights, stress: The body repairs tissue when it sleeps. Staying up all night raises cortisol, which breaks down collagen and interrupts the post-cosmetic growth phase.
• Exaggerated expressions (after the wires have been placed): Avoid munching on apples or smiling or grimacing for 1 week after surgery, as this will allow the wires to bond more securely to the tissue.

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