Non-surgical face lifts are procedures that best suit those who want to improve their physical facial appearance but are on a tight budget. Non-surgical procedures are also able to minimize facial wrinkles and lines, but at a lower cost than the typical procedure. Non-surgical face lifts also require a shorter time for recovery and fewer risks are association with them.

The downside of non-surgical face lifts is that they last for a shorter period than traditional face lifts. These procedures are more suitable for people who only wish to correct their minor skin imperfections. There are several varieties of non-surgical procedures that can be done today, each with their own distinct benefits, risks and precautions to be taken.

One popular non-surgical face lift is called Thermage. This was first used in 2000. Thermage works by using radio frequency energy and applying it to the affected areas. The energy heats the collagen, arranging, strengthening and tightening it. The face then looks younger and clearer. Thermage can also help remove acne scars and acne. People who have wrinkles around the mouth and nose, and experience early facial aging and slightly sagging skin are advised to undergo Thermage. Its effects include redness and swelling, which can last for several days.

Another kind of non-surgical face lift people prefer today is botox. It works by injecting botox or purified protein in various parts of the face area. The protein works by smoothening and relaxing the muscles in the particular face areas, causing skin to smoothen and wrinkles to lessen. If you have botox injections on your face, it can stay smooth and wrinkle-free for three to six months. Each botox injecting session costs at least $400.

Collagen injecting is also a popular type of face lift procedure. Just like Botox, this technique involves injecting protein into the skin, which helps lift skin tissues and reduce fine lines and wrinkles in the face. Collagen injections can cost up to $380 per session.