
Facelift in Mumbai: Surgical vs Non-Surgical Options for a Youthful, Natural Look
Aging is a privilege, but it often shows on the face in ways that don’t match the vitality we feel inside. At The Éterne Clinic, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, many men and women ask: “How can I look refreshed without looking artificial?”
That’s where facelift treatments — surgical and non-surgical — come in.
What Happens to the Face as We Age?
Facial aging is multi-dimensional:
- Skin: Collagen and elastin decline → sagging, fine lines, dullness.
- Fat pads: Shrink and shift → under-eye hollows, nasolabial folds, jowls.
- Muscles: Weaken and drag down skin → droopy brows, deeper smile lines.
- Bone: Gradual resorption → reduced mid-face and jawline support.
For women, signs show up as skin laxity, wrinkles, jawline softening.
For men, it’s often jawline loss, sagging neck, heavier brows.
What Patients Typically Want From a Facelift
Most patients today don’t want to look “pulled” or “done.” Instead, they want:
- A fresher, rested appearance
- Natural results with full expression
- A sharp, defined jawline
- Lift without obvious traces of treatment
In other words: to look like themselves, only younger and more confident.
Surgical Facelift in Mumbai
A surgical facelift remains the gold standard for advanced aging correction.
How It Works
- Incisions along the hairline and ears.
- Skin lifted, deeper tissues repositioned, excess skin removed.
- Can be combined with fat grafting or eyelid surgery.
Benefits
- Most dramatic lift for mid-face, jowls, and neck.
- Long-lasting — typically 7–10 years.
Considerations
- Recovery is 2–3 months, including swelling, tightness, and healing.
- Requires anaesthesia and post-op downtime.
Non-Surgical Facelift Options at The Éterne Clinic
For patients who want minimal downtime with natural results, non-surgical facelift procedures are increasingly sought after.
1. Thread Lift (PDO, PLLA, PCLA Threads)
- Biodegradable threads inserted under the skin.
- Provide an instant lift and trigger collagen production.
- Different threads (PDO for subtle lift, PLLA for collagen, PCLA for structure) allow customisation.
2. Dermal Fillers
- Hyaluronic acid or biostimulatory fillers restore volume in cheeks, jawline, temples.
- Provide subtle lift, contour, and youthful balance.
3. Morpheus8 RF Microneedling
- Combines radiofrequency energy + microneedling.
- Tightens skin, reduces scars, boosts collagen.
- Known as a Hollywood-favourite, celebrity-loved treatment for skin tightening and contouring.
4. HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
- 100% needle-free, non-injectable facelift treatment.
- Delivers ultrasound energy deep into skin layers without breaking the surface.
- Lifts and tightens naturally with no downtime.
5. Exosome & PRP Rejuvenation
- Exosomes: Stem cell-derived messengers that repair skin and improve elasticity.
- PRP: Your own platelets stimulate healing and glow.
- Ideal as a support therapy for stronger, long-lasting results.
Male vs Female Facelift Needs
- Women: Want smoother skin, lifted cheeks, refined jawline.
- Men: Prefer sharper jawlines, natural brow lift, and minimal feminisation.
At The Éterne Clinic, facelifts are customised to gender-specific aesthetics.
Surgical vs Non-Surgical: Which One is Right for You?
Surgical facelift: For advanced aging, long-lasting dramatic lift, and those ready for downtime.
Non-surgical facelift: For early-to-moderate aging, natural refresh, and busy professionals who want results without pausing their routine.
Dr. Ajara Sayyad notes:
“Most patients today prefer combination facelifts — threads for lift, fillers for volume, RF or HIFU for tightening. It’s about synergy, not one-size-fits-all.”