Facelift Creams, Unless Bought in a Physician's Office, Usually Do Very Little

Anthony Youn, MD answers: Do face lift creams really work?

Like everyone (I know!) - want to delay facial surgery as looong as possible. may be a face lift cream will do the trick.


Anthony Youn, MD
11 months ago

Most facelift creams on the market are basically fancy moisturizers.  Some of them contain caffeine or other mild products to give the sensation that the skin is tighter.  Unless the product is purchased in a physician's office, however, it is likely not medically active or effective.  The FDA will not allow medical products to be sold over the counter or by mail.  Make sure you have realistic expectations, since no cream can do what surgery can.

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