Is a Skin Facelift Better Than a Traditional Facelift?

A skin facelift, also known as a cutaneous facelift, is a more surface-level approach compared to a traditional facelift. While a traditional facelift lifts both the skin and deeper facial muscles (the SMAS layer), a skin facelift focuses only on tightening the outer layer of skin. The underlying muscles are not affected. This makes it less invasive, with a shorter recovery time, but also means the results may be more subtle and not as long-lasting. A skin facelift is ideal for individuals with mild to moderate sagging who want a refreshed look without undergoing deeper structural changes. The skin facelift technique is a great option for a lighter touch.

The best approach isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s all about you. The right technique depends on your personal goals, facial anatomy, and what you’re hoping to achieve. What works wonders for one person might not be the perfect fit for another, which is why a custom plan makes all the difference.

• Would face surgery be better for me than a facelift without surgery using BOTOX^®, fillers, and other skin rejuvenation treatments?
• How do the other types of facelifts compare to skin facelifts?
• What should I look for when searching for the best neck surgeon in the Los Angeles area?
• Should I have a neck lift near me in my local area instead of travelling for plastic surgery?
• What will the skin facelift procedure be like?
• What should I do before and after a neck lift or face operation?
• Is the cost of a mini facelift lower than the cost of a full facelift?
• Can the term “jawline lift” be used interchangeably with other terms such as “S-Lift,” “lower facelift,” “jowl lift,” or “ponytail facelift”?
• Do I only need a cheek lift or mid-face lift instead of a full facelift?
• I’ve heard the term “deep plane face lifting” before, but what does this actually mean?
• Is neck lift recovery easier than facelift recovery?
• How do surgeons provide natural facelift results?

When you’re planning a skin facelift, searching online with these types of questions will be an important part of your research process, but you should also set up an in-person consultation so that we can provide detailed answers to your questions. We’re here to walk you through every step and make getting started a breeze.