The Liquid Face Lift

A combination treatment using dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle injections and often Profhilo to restore facial structure and quality without surgery. It targets multiple aging concerns in one personalised plan rather than focusing on one area.

Surgical lifts physically tighten skin and underlying tissue under general anaesthetic — significant recovery, dramatic result. A liquid face lift restores volume, smooths lines, and improves skin quality with injectables only — no surgery, no general anaesthetic, much subtler result, instant return to daily life.

Different elements last different amounts of time: anti-wrinkle injections 3-4 months, hyaluronic acid fillers 6-18 months, Profhilo 6 months. Most patients have a refresh appointment every 6 months to maintain the result.

Personalised based on what you need. Typical range £500-£1,500 for the initial 'lift' (combining 2-3 syringes of filler, anti-wrinkle injections in 2-3 areas, and a Profhilo course). Annual maintenance from £400-£800.

Topical numbing cream is used. Most patients describe it as mild discomfort — comparable to a small needle prick. Treatment sessions last 30-60 minutes. You can return to work the same day.

Generally patients in their 40s-60s with mid-face volume loss, fine lines, mild skin laxity. Patients younger than 40 usually don't need a comprehensive 'lift' — single-treatment refinements work better.

Each component has its own lifespan and they staggers naturally. Filler 12-18 months. Anti-wrinkle 3-4 months. Profhilo 6 months. Most patients have a refresh appointment every 6 months to top up the elements that need it most, rather than redoing the entire plan from scratch.

UK average is £800-£2,500 for the initial plan depending on how many areas are addressed and the practitioner's experience. At The Azim Clinic the typical first-plan range is £500-£1,500: 2-3 syringes of filler, anti-wrinkle in 2-3 areas, plus a Profhilo course. Annual maintenance from £400-£800 thereafter.

Mostly localised to the injection sites and short-lived. Mild swelling 24-72 hours, occasional bruising, small bumps at Profhilo injection points. Rare but real risks include vascular events, allergic reactions, and infection — managed by Dr Niru as a GDC-registered prescriber with full emergency-medication access on-site (Hamilton Fraser cosmetic indemnity).

UK pricing is wide: a basic 'liquid lift' starts around £500 (filler + anti-wrinkle) and a comprehensive plan with multi-area filler, anti-wrinkle in 3+ areas and Profhilo course runs £1,500-£2,500. The wide range reflects how individual the plan is; we quote in writing at consultation, not over the phone.