TREATMENT INFO
Non-Surgical Ponytail Lift in Amersham
Our non-surgical Ponytail Lift uses dissolvable PLLA cog sutures to reposition and support selected facial tissues. It is designed for suitable clients experiencing early jowls, reduced jawline definition or mild to moderate facial laxity.
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What is the Ponytail Lift?
The Ponytail Lift at Skin Techniques is a minimally invasive thread-lifting treatment using absorbable poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA, cog sutures.
The cogs are designed to engage with selected tissues beneath the skin, allowing them to be carefully repositioned and supported. The PLLA material also encourages a gradual collagen response as the sutures break down over time.
Unlike dermal fillers, the treatment is not primarily intended to add volume. It focuses on restoring support where facial tissues have begun to descend, helping to create a fresher and more defined appearance while retaining natural movement.
The treatment offered at Skin Techniques is not the surgical procedure that is also sometimes described as a ponytail facelift. It does not involve surgical incisions or remove excess skin and cannot reproduce the outcome of facial surgery.
What it helps
What can the Ponytail Lift help with?
Following a consultation, the Ponytail Lift may be considered for:
- Early jowls
- Mild to moderate skin laxity
- Reduced jawline definition
- Sagging through the cheeks or mid-face
- A heavier-looking lower face
- Reduced facial support associated with ageing
- Facial tissues that have begun to descend
- Clients seeking support without adding unnecessary volume
- Early signs of facial ageing
The Ponytail Lift is intended for carefully selected clients with suitable tissue quality and mild to moderate laxity. It may not be appropriate where there is substantial loose skin or where a surgical degree of change is expected.
Key info
What to expect from your appointment
PRICE FROM
£180, depending on your individual treatment plan.
RESULTS SEEN
An early lift, with changes developing over 8–12 weeks.
RESULTS LAST
Typically around 12 months, although individual longevity varies.
NO. OF SESSIONS
Usually one treatment following a full suitability assessment.
TREATMENT TIME
Approximately 60–90 minutes, depending on the agreed plan.
SIDE EFFECTS
Swelling, bruising, tenderness, tightness or temporary skin irregularity.
PAIN
Comfort measures are used; sensitivity varies between clients.
DOWNTIME
Several days; avoid strenuous exercise for around two weeks.
How it works
How does the Ponytail Lift work?
PLLA cog sutures are carefully introduced beneath the skin along planned treatment paths. The small cogs engage with the tissues, allowing the practitioner to provide support and repositioning in selected areas.
This can create an early lifting effect through areas such as the cheeks, jawline and lower face. As the dissolvable sutures remain in place, the PLLA is also intended to encourage collagen development around the treatment area.
The initial result may change as swelling settles. Further improvement can develop over approximately 8–12 weeks as the tissues settle and the collagen response progresses.
The sutures gradually break down and are absorbed by the body. Results are temporary and vary according to the number and placement of sutures, skin quality, age, lifestyle and the natural ageing process.
Our approach
Our personalised approach to skin tightening
Not all skin tightening treatments work in the same way. The Ponytail Lift uses PLLA cog sutures to provide physical support and reposition selected facial tissues, while Endopulse uses targeted laser energy beneath the skin.
You may come to us interested in a particular treatment, but another option could be better suited to the cause and degree of your concern.
At Skin Techniques, we assess your skin, facial structure and underlying tissues before recommending a treatment. We will explain what each option can realistically achieve and create a plan around your anatomy, preferences and recovery requirements. You do not need to know which treatment to book before visiting us.
Your questions
Ponytail Lift FAQs
Who is suitable for a non-surgical Ponytail Lift?
The treatment may be considered for suitable clients with mild to moderate facial laxity, early jowls, reduced jawline definition or tissues beginning to descend through the cheeks and lower face.
It is not suitable for everyone. Your medical history, skin quality, facial anatomy, expectations and any previous treatments must be assessed before we can recommend it.
How long do Ponytail Lift results last?
The Skin Techniques booking information states that results typically last around 12 months, although this varies between clients. Factors including age, skin quality, lifestyle, treatment area and the natural ageing process can all affect longevity.
The PLLA sutures gradually dissolve, but the collagen response they encourage may continue after the sutures begin to break down. We will discuss realistic expectations during your consultation.
Is a non-surgical Ponytail Lift painful?
Sensitivity varies between clients. Appropriate comfort measures are used, and we will explain what you are likely to feel before treatment.
You may experience tenderness, tightness or sensitivity afterwards while the treated tissues settle. This usually improves gradually, but you should contact us if discomfort becomes severe or unexpected.
What is the recovery time after a Ponytail Lift?
Most clients experience some swelling, tenderness, bruising or tightness for several days. Temporary dimpling or irregularity can sometimes be visible while the tissues settle.
Many people return to ordinary daily activities within a few days, although this will depend on your response and the extent of treatment. You should avoid strenuous exercise for around two weeks and follow all personalised aftercare instructions.
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Book a no-pressure consultation with our friendly team and we’ll talk through your concerns, goals and the treatment options that may be right for you.