Before taking the drastic and more permanent solution of undergoing surgery, many people often consider the option of a non-surgical facelift to enhance and rejuvenate their looks. This is usually a cost effective way to reduce lines and wrinkles and make the face look younger. With a non surgical face lifting treatment, your recovery time will be much shorter, some requiring no time at all, with the added bonus of saving money. Some people even chose a natural face lift which is an even less drastic method for youthful looks.

Cost is often a factor in deciding which method to choose, so make sure that you get all the facts before going ahead. Surgery is the most expensive at around 3000/$6000, this doesn't include the costs you may have after the operation. Recovery time can be quite long as well but the results do last a long time. With non-surgical face lifting, there is little or no recovery time but you will normally have to go for repeat treatments. Any body who is troubled with minor skin blemishes may find that some methods will be able to diminish them. Here are the different methods available so you can judge for yourself which may be right for you.

The first thing people think about when you talk about non-surgical face lifting is Botox. This is possibly the most popular form of face lifting. It works by being injected into certain facial muscles which then relax and get paralysed so that they don't move. This means that your skin won't crease or wrinkle and gives it a younger look. You will need to decide how many injections you need which normally cost approximately 100/$200 per shot. The great thing is that after the injections, it only takes an hour or so for the swelling to subside so you could even get them done in your lunch hour and look fantastic for that evening date. You will not need any further shots for between 3 to 6 months. Each person will be different. Only those who are taking anti-biotics are exempt from this treatment, but will be eligible once they have finished their medication.

Almost as popular is the Collagen injections which are also know as fillers. Collagen is a natural part of the skin but there are other fillers available, some natural some synthetic. Your cosmetic surgeon will help you pick the one that most suits your needs. This is injected under the skin which then smoothes out your wrinkles. Some have it injected into their lips for that full pouting look. Although there will be some initial redness and puffiness, it will soon subside, leaving a smooth young looking skin. The costs will depend on the type of product you use and the number of injections required. Over time, the fillers will get absorbed back into the body so you will have to repeat the procedure at least every six months.

Number three in the non-surgical face lift table covers several different methods to achieve the same result. A youthful looking face is achieved by gradually removing layers of skin. The methods available are microdermabrasion, where the skin is removed by 'sand blasting', chemical peel, which uses chemicals to remove the skin, laser treatment, and finally dermabrasion which is a more drastic method and is considered by some as a surgical treatment because of the fairly long recovery time. The final results are a smoother skin, with all the small lines and , perhaps, minor blemishes removed. Any really deep lines and wrinkles will remain but they are lessened. The treatments start at about 75/$150 and can go to over 1000/$2000 but the effects should last for a year before needing further treatment.

For those people who do not wish to use the above, there are a great many face lifting creams on the market. Each has a special list of ingredients that offer to reduce wrinkles and tighten the skin. The only way to find out which works for you is to experiment until you find the one that works well for your type of skin. It is also worth considering to use one of these products after having any other type of lifting as they may well prolong the effects of your treatment.

A non-surgical face lift method that is often overlooked is a facial exercise regime. People often think it is hard work and they cannot be bothered but it is often the cheapest and most long term solution for a natural face lift. After the initial exercises to get the muscles toned up, you need only a couple of minutes per day to keep things going, and this you can do as you apply your face cream. It is as simple as that. It can also prolong any other type of face lift method you may have already used.

Which ever method of non-surgical face lift you chose, make sure that you talk to your doctor first, just to be on the safe side. Always chose a reputable cosmetic surgery practice, one that is a member of a good association before taking the final step. A personal reccomendation is often the best way to find a good one.

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