Endolift Before & After: What to Expect from This Laser Lift

Considering Endolift for jawline definition, double‑chin reduction or under‑eye tightening? This consultant‑led guide explains exactly what happens before, during and after treatment — timelines, comfort, downtime and results — based on our experience treating patients in Maida Vale, serving Central London, St John’s Wood and Paddington.

What Is Endolift — in One Minute

Endolift is a minimally invasive fibre‑optic laser technique that heats and remodels tissue from inside the skin via a hair‑thin micro‑fibre. The goal: tighten lax skin, improve jawline definition, and reduce small fat pads (e.g., submental “double chin”), with short downtime compared with surgery.

Explore our service page for full details: Endolift Face in London.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Mild–moderate lower‑face laxity or early jowling
• Small to moderate submental fat (double chin)
• Early under‑eye laxity or malar groove softening (careful selection)
• Patients seeking non‑surgical tightening with natural, progressive results

If fullness under the chin is your main concern, see our dedicated page on jawline lifting & double‑chin treatment.

Before: Consultation, Planning & Prep

• Consultant assessment: facial analysis, skin thickness, fat distribution, and skin quality.
• Photography: standardised angles for accurate before/after comparison.
• Plan: zones (submental, jawline, lower face, under‑eye), energy ranges and expected sessions.
• Prep: avoid blood‑thinning supplements 5–7 days prior (if safe), arrive makeup‑free.

During: What the Appointment Feels Like

• Comfort: local anaesthetic is used; most patients report pressure/warmth rather than pain.
• Technique: a micro‑fibre delivers laser energy while the cannula‑free pass tightens connective septa and emulsifies small fat pockets.
• Time: typically 45–90 minutes depending on areas treated.
• Finish: tiny entry points (no stitches) and a cooling phase; you can usually go home shortly after.

After: Downtime, Timeline & What’s Normal

• Day 1–3: mild swelling/tenderness; submental area may feel tight or “ropey”. Light bruising is possible.
• Week 2–4: early contour changes; skin feels firmer as collagen remodelling begins.
• Month 2–3: visible improvement in jawline definition and skin tone.
• Month 6: peak tightening for most, with results continuing to mature up to 9–12 months.

Most people return to desk work within 24–72 hours. Gym/sauna and vigorous exercise are typically paused for ~1 week, depending on area and swelling.

Results: What “Before & After” Really Means

Expect enhanced jawline definition, reduced submental fullness, and firmer lower‑face skin. Under‑eye softening is possible with careful parameters and candidacy. Changes look natural — friends notice freshness, not treatment.

• Most patients need one session; selected cases benefit from a touch‑up at 6–12 months.
• Results depend on starting laxity, collagen quality, skincare and lifestyle factors.
• Pairs well with skin‑quality boosters or fractional resurfacing for texture (staged).

Endolift vs Other Tightening Options

• Compared with injectables: Endolift tightens tissues; fillers add volume/structure. They can be combined judiciously.
• Compared with HIFU/RF: Endolift delivers energy subdermally via a fibre; suitable for targeted fat plus tightening.
• Compared with surgery: less downtime/cost, but not a substitute for significant laxity best treated with facelift/necklift.

Safety, Side Effects & Aftercare

• Temporary swelling, tenderness and bruising are the most common effects.
• Rare risks include contour irregularity, prolonged numbness or uneven firmness; these are minimised by expert selection and technique.
• Follow aftercare instructions: cool packs, head elevation for 24–48 hours, gentle skincare and SPF 50+ daily.

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