In my 30s - facelift or something less invasive? (Photo)

In the photo, there does not appear to be major lower-face or neck skin laxity; the concern looks more like subtle facial fullness and early age-related contour change. In your 30s, a facelift is usually reserved for clear jowling, loose neck skin, or tissue descent that cannot be improved well with smaller treatments.

If the goal is to look fresher or softer, less invasive options may be more appropriate first: skin care, lasers or resurfacing for skin quality, neuromodulator for expression lines, conservative filler or fat grafting for selected volume loss, and sometimes small-area liposuction if there is true under-chin fullness. The right plan depends on an in-person exam, but trying to look like your 20s should be approached carefully so the result stays natural.

Hello and thank you for your question. From what I can tell based on the picture you have provided, you have a round face shape, but do not really demonstrate any of the characteristic changes of facial aging. Based on that and your age, I would recommend that you definitely hold off on something as invasive as a facelift for now.
It is very difficult to provide tentative surgical recommendations, especially since there is only so much information to be gained from the single limited photo you have provided. I recommend for you to come see me or another plastic surgeon for a formal consultation to thoroughly discuss your surgical goals, undergo a formal examination, evaluate all your options (surgical and nonsurgical), and decide on the best procedure(s) for your specific case. I hope this helps!
Best wishes,
Dr. Donald Groves
Plastic Surgeon

Thank you for your question and photo. While you don’t appear to be a candidate for a facelift, you may benefit from RF microneedling treatments to create a more youthful appearance. This option uses radiofrequency technology to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production and restore your skin’s elasticity while improving its quality and texture. If submental fat is a concern, you can also consider Kybella injections to dissolve fat cells under the chin and create a more defined jawline contour.
I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon or injector. They will be able to discuss your aesthetic goals with you and help you decide on the best treatment option.

You look wonderful! but if your looking for extra I would not go for a facelift this early. Healthy diet, exercise, lower stress levels will undoubtedly help improve some of the fullness under the chin and around the lower half of the face. Invest in yourself! Putting in the time and effort raises self esteem, morale and energy levels. Be sure to get on a good, consistent skin regiment including retinol and SPF!, Also look towards skin enhancing procedures- several mild CO2 resurfacing procedures can help the complexion and give a skin boost, Microneedling with PRP can also have added benefits. Could consider very minimal buccal fat removal. Selective botox and filler and youll be looking refreshed and ready to tackle your 40's

Hello !

You may be a candidate for a mini facelift but an « in person » exam would be necessary to assess the need of the procedure as you are still young.

A mini facelift is a modified version of the procedure with a smaller incision and less cutting of underlying tissue and benefits younger people (usually in their 30s and 40s).

I hope this helps, good luck !

Hello @Kpforlife, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. You are too young for a facelift and its not beneficial in the long run. There are several surgical and non-surgical alternatives to improve and make the changes you want in your face. It is important to make a personalized appointment to agree on a treatment plan that can meet your expectations. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Hello Ms.! First of all thank you for your question.As far as I can see, it is possible to perform procedures on you like Eye Brow Lift, Endoscopic Mid-Face Lift, Blepharoplasty, Buccal fat removal, Lip Lifting and/or Chin implant, ... but it depends on what is your exact expectation.

Thank-you for your question. Thirties is a little young for a surgical facelift, and you do not need it based on your photograph. Non surgical skin tightening like Thermitight and facial contouring can help. A gentle liposuction of the neck and facial fillers may also be helpful. Please find an experienced Board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

One of the hallmarks of facial aesthetics is definition.You may want to consider submental and jowl liposuction to contour your jawline. This will result in a more youthful appearance.

I would suggest noninvasive skin tightening with radiofrequency like Secret., plus a good daily skin regiment at home. Your one photo did not show your neck well. If you have excess fat there, liposuction can be helpful.