As we get older, the structure that supports our face starts to weaken, and we also lose some of the fat in our face. This usually happens in areas like the cheeks, the eyebrows, around the eyes, the jowls, and the neck. The result is a face that looks longer and older. As the skin gets older, the connective tissues inside it become thinner. The elastic fibers in the skin also break down a bit. This makes the skin less elastic, which means it can’t hold its shape as well. Because of this, the face starts to sag and wrinkle. Younger people might also experience sagging in their cheeks and eyebrows, which is caused by weakened muscles.
For these people, a thread lift may be a good option instead of more invasive procedures that are needed for older faces.
Thread lifts have become popular because many people want a facelift but can’t afford it or don’t want to deal with the long recovery time of a traditional facelift. It’s often seen as a less intensive, or first step, procedure. Thread lifts are usually less expensive and require less time to recover. Some surgeons call it a “lunchtime lift” or “weekend facelift,” because it can usually be done in about an hour.
In the range of non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments, barbed threads are one of the options available.
Other treatments include:
– Botulinum toxin, which only works for a few months.
– Fillers, which add some volume but only last for a year or so.
– Radio frequency, which only helps with very shallow wrinkles.
– Mesotherapy, which puts certain chemicals just under the skin to help improve skin color and tone.
– Cosmetic camouflaging, which is just a temporary way to look better.
Thread lifts provide a real “lift” and are a semi-invasive treatment.
They last longer and can have a similar effect to a brow lift or a lower face and neck lift, but in a milder way.
The way thread lifts work is through barbs along the thread. Also read Facial Threads in Singapore for more information.
These barbs act like cogs to grab, lift, and support the sagging part of the face. The barbs open out like an umbrella to create a support system that lifts the skin. They also help gather tissues to fill out and lift the cheeks and sagging areas. The barbs on the thread grab the skin, creating tension. This tension lifts the skin and helps to make it look tighter and more youthful.