Would an areola reduction / donut lift help achieve a small, natural lift or am I at risk of scarring and stretching? (photos)

Dear Vega637,
my preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions (anchor - lift). Most importantly it does not require the horizontal component scars that the anchor-lift requires and breasts appear much more natural, lifted, and less boxy. Lastly, the lift lasts longer because the lollipop doesn't rely on the skin to hold the breast up, its actually breast tissue thats being brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Based on the submitted photos you aren't a good candidate for the donut/periareolar mastopexy. This would not give you enough improvement in shape, would not really change the nipple position significantly, and could stretch over time. I encourage you to visit with a board certified palstic surgeon near you to explore your options.

You are not a donut lift candidate. Your breasts are too ptotic and a donut lift will ruin the possibility of getting a truly aesthetically pleasing result. The scars from a formal mastopexy on you would be fine and white, and the proper position of the nipples would be impossible otherwise.