No needles, No Surgery, No Downtime
Restore sagging facial features with a Thread Lift!
A thread lift is a non-surgical facial treatment designed to rejuvenate your face and neck area by tightening and lifting the skin to make it look younger and smoother. To achieve this subtle face lift, small nylon-like threads are safely inserted under the skin, then tightened and pulled back to re-suspend any sagging skin.
This technique adds supportive structure to skin that has begun the ageing process, working to improve loose facial skin, enhance features and defy gravity.
IS THREAD LIFTING FOR ME?
Thread lifts can be used to treat any part of the face and neck. This treatment is ideal for those aged between 30 – 50 years, who are experiencing mild to moderate signs of loose or sagging skin, fine lines, wrinkles and signs of ageing.
If you are not suitable for surgery due to a medical condition, then thread lifts are an excellent option to consider. The procedure only involves local anaesthetic as opposed to general anaesthetic.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS AND RESULTS OF THREAD LIFTING?
Your skin will immediately look tighter, smoother and younger upon completion of your Thread Lifting procedure. Once your skin begins to settle, you can expect final results within 10 – 14 days.
The results from a thread lift can last up to between 12 – 18 months. Threads remain in place between 6 – 12 months before dissolving, depending on your age, skin type and metabolism. Generally after the threads have dissolved, your skin’s collagen healing process could last up to another 6 months.
A great benefit of thread lifting is during the healing process. Your body will start to stimulate its collagen production as it will react to the implantation of the threads, treating the site as an injury, which in turn kick-starts the collagen production. Directing skin healing collagen to the treated areas will assist in keeping your skin strong and supple.
WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?
Your skin will immediately look tighter, smoother and younger upon completion of your procedure. Once your skin begins to settle, you can expect final results within 10 – 14 days.
The results from a thread lift can last up to between 12 – 18 months. Threads remain in place between 6 – 12 months before dissolving, depending on your age, skin type and metabolism. Generally after the threads have dissolved, your skin’s collagen healing process could last up to another 6 months.
A great benefit of thread lifting is during the healing process. Your body will start to stimulate its collagen production as it will react to the implantation of the threads, treating the site as an injury, which in turn kick-starts the collagen production. Directing skin healing collagen to the treated areas will assist in keeping your skin strong and supple.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Thread lifts are safe and non-invasive and after the sutures have dissolved, you can repeat a thread-lift if necessary.
Maintenance lifts may be required every 6 – 12 months, depending on your specific needs.
DOES A THREAD LIFT HURT?
As the threads are performed with surgical sutures, there will be a low level of discomfort during the procedure, however around the suture site local anaesthetic is applied. After the procedure, you may experience discomfort, swelling and mild bruising around the area. This is normal and will subside.
AFTER CARE
There is minimal recovery time after a procedure. You can experience mild discomfort in the 1st two days, this is normal and will start to recede.
To obtain optimal results during recovery you can:
- Do not touch or wash your face for 12 hours after treatment
- Ice the treated area for up to 5-7 days if you experience slight bruising or swelling
- Restrict facial movements on the first day and ensure you rest for a full day after treatment
- Refrain from heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for 3 weeks after treatment. Straining or pressure of any kind can misalign the threads.
- Refrain from pulling, massaging, scrubbing, squeezing or exfoliating your skin for at least 3 weeks.
- Over the counter pain killers may be taken to relieve any mild pain, however avoid aspirin for 2 weeks after
- Avoid applying heavy makeup or facials creams for up to 48 hrs
- Avoid drinking with a straw or chewing gum for up to 2 weeks
- Sleep on your back to prevent swelling
- Do not book any dental procedures within 3 weeks post treatment
- If anything feels unusual or there is pain and swelling that is unbearable, please consult with your aesthetician for appropriate treatment.
