This article has been reviewed and approved by Chief Physician and Aesthetic Surgeon Dr. Ali Bagher on September 28, 2026.
Are you considering a facelift and are curious about what the results might look like? Looking at facelift before and after pictures can help you get a better idea of what changes are possible and what you want to achieve with your surgery.
As we age, the elasticity of the skin and facial tissues change, which can lead to sagging skin, more pronounced wrinkles, and less defined facial contours. A facelift can help correct these changes by lifting and reshaping the tissues of the face.
Here we go over what affects the results of a facelift , how the face changes during the healing process, and what you should keep in mind when looking at before and after pictures.
Facelift before and after – see our results
By looking at before and after pictures, you can get an idea of how a facelift can change the contours of the face and reduce the visibility of certain signs of aging.
For example, a facelift can help to:
- Reduce sagging skin along the jawline and cheeks.
- Give a clearer contour between the face and neck.
- Reduce prominent folds and excess skin in the lower part of the face.
- Recreate some of the face's previous shape and contours.
However, it is important to remember that all faces are unique and that results will vary depending on your individual circumstances.
Want to know more about the procedure? Read about facelift on our treatment page.
What affects the results of a facelift?
The results of a facelift depend on several factors, including the elasticity of the skin, the anatomy of the face, and the extent of changes made during the surgery.
Age, lifestyle and the body's individual healing process can also affect the result.
During a consultation, the surgeon assesses the facial tissues and discusses what changes may be possible to achieve based on your wishes.
The goal is to create a result that harmonizes with your natural facial features, while it is important to have realistic expectations of what the surgery can achieve.
What does the face look like immediately after the surgery?
Immediately after a facelift, it is common for the face to be swollen and bruised around the operated area. The skin may also feel tight and you may experience a temporary change in sensation.
This means that the result you see immediately after surgery does not correspond to what your face will look like when healing is complete.
During the first few weeks, much of the swelling and bruising usually subsides, but it may take longer for the tissues to fully recover.
It is therefore important to be patient and follow the instructions you receive from your surgeon during recovery.
When can you see the final results after a facelift?
Although you may start to see changes once the initial swelling has subsided, it will take longer for the results to stabilize.
It may take several months for any remaining swelling to subside and for facial tissues to adjust to the surgery. The surgical scars will also continue to mature and become less prominent over a longer period.
How quickly recovery occurs varies from person to person and is influenced by, among other things, the extent of the surgery and your individual circumstances.
When comparing facelift before and after pictures, it is therefore important to take into account how much time has passed since the surgery.
Conclusion
Looking at pictures of facelifts before and after can help you get a clearer picture of what changes are possible and what you want to achieve with your surgery.
At the same time, remember that the result is always individual and is affected by the anatomy of the face, the characteristics of the skin and the body's healing process.
At Estetikcentrum in Malmö, you have the opportunity to discuss your wishes with a surgeon and receive an individual assessment of your conditions.
Want to know more? Read about our facelift treatment or book a consultation with one of our surgeons to discuss your questions and options.
We are happy to help you understand what to expect before and after your surgery.
