All about ponytail facelifts
Written by:
Plastic surgeon
Published: 29/08/2023
Edited by: Karolyn Judge
Model Bella Hadid's hair in a high, tight ponytail has created an effect that's been replicated by many others. Interested? You can get a similar look by undergoing the ponytail facelift.
Internationally-renowned cosmetic surgeon Mr Foued Hamza provides a detailed insight into what's exactly involved in this popular procedure, for those who are interested.
What is a ponytail facelift, and how is it performed?
The ponytail lift is a procedure where we lift the eyebrows, to recreate the look a ponytail hairstyle gives the face. This procedure is performed on the temporal area, through a small incision and then we lift all of the temporal area through this incision. We also lift the eyebrows, and we tighten the left-right part of the eyes.
Who is the ideal candidate for it?
Most of the candidates are young patients aged between 25 and 35 years old. It's mostly about changing and raising the eyebrow, then giving real lift.
This is mostly for patients who have droopy eyebrows and this is to give a better opening of the eyes.
Is there anyone who shouldn't undergo it?
For every surgery, we need to see the patient first and to ask regarding their expectations. We also need to make a good assessment. Some of the patients might not be able to have the procedure if they have very tight skin, or their expectation is higher compared to what we can actually achieve.
What are the potential side effects?
There aren't significant side effects with this procedure, but there may be some asymmetry if it isn't completely tightened on one side compared to the other side.
Mostly, there could be scars in the temporal area.
What are the typical results like? What can patients expect after the operation?
This procedure isn't permanent surgery, and they may last between two and five years due to the effect of gravity. The structure that was lifted may return to how it was previously.
The results should to be discussed first with the patient before they need to be aware that they aren't permanent.
Considering a ponytail lift? Arrange an expert consultation with Mr Hamza via his Top Doctors profile.