8 Point Face – Lift
Replace the volume you’ve lost. Lift, refresh and restore without surgery.
Volume loss is one of the biggest reasons a face starts to look tired, older or “deflated”. Whether it’s come with age or with weight loss, the soft, full cheeks that once held everything up begin to flatten – and when the cheeks lose their support, everything below them starts to drop.
The 8-Point Face Lift doesn’t add something new to your face. It puts back what you’ve lost. Using dermal filler placed at eight carefully chosen support points, I restore that missing volume so your face is lifted from within, giving you a fresher, more rested, natural-looking result
Think of it like a tent. When the poles are strong, the fabric sits smooth and lifted. If the poles drop, the fabric sags. Your cheek volume is the “pole”. Restore it, and the skin below is supported again.
Why do we lose volume?
Age – From our 30s onwards we gradually lose fat pads, collagen, hyaluronic acid and even bone density in the face. Cheeks flatten and slide downwards, leaving hollows above and heaviness below.
Weight loss – Losing weight, especially quickly, including with weight-loss injections, often takes volume from the face first. Many clients love their new body but feel their face now looks gaunt, hollow or older than they feel.
Lifestyle – Stress, sun exposure, smoking and regular intense exercise can all speed up the loss of volume and collagen.
The result is often the same: hollow or flat cheeks, deeper smile lines, marionette lines, a softer jawline and a tired look, even when you’re not tired at all.
Is it right for me?
The 8-Point Face Lift is ideal if you:
- Have lost volume from your cheeks through age or weight loss
- Feel your face looks hollow, flat, gaunt or “deflated”
- Have noticed deeper smile lines (nose to mouth) or marionette lines
- Look tired, sad or stern when you’re feeling perfectly happy
- See early jowling or a less defined jawline
- Want a natural, refreshed result, not a “done” look
- It’s a lovely option if you want a lifted look but aren’t ready for, or don’t want, surgery.
What are the 8 points?
The 8-Point Lift is a recognised technique developed by Brazilian plastic surgeon Dr Mauricio de Maio. Rather than chasing each line individually, it treats the face as a whole, restoring support where it’s been lost so the lines and folds soften naturally.
- Cheekbone (outer) – restores structure and gives an overall lift
- Cheekbone (high point) – brings back definition and contour
- Front of the cheek – replaces the soft, youthful fullness lost with age or weight loss
- Smile lines – softens the lines from nose to mouth
- Marionette lines – lifts the downturned corners of the mouth
- Jowl area – reduces heaviness along the lower face
- Jawline – redefines a sharper, cleaner contour
- Chin – adds support and balance, and helps define the jawline and profile
Your consultation
Every 8-Point Face Lift starts with a full consultation. We’ll talk about how your face has changed, what bothers you and what you’d love to see. I’ll look at your face as a whole, go through your medical history and be completely honest about what will suit you. If this treatment isn’t right for you, I’ll tell you.
The amount of filler needed depends on how much volume has been lost, your bone structure and your skin laxity. Some clients have the full treatment in one session; others prefer to build it gradually over two appointments for an even softer change. Message me with some photos if you’d like to chat first, or book a pre-appointment consultation.
What to expect
- Treatment time: around 60 minutes, including numbing
- Filler used: Usually 3 – 5ml of premium hyaluronic acid filler, depending on your needs
- Comfort: numbing cream is applied first and the filler contains local anaesthetic
- Downtime: some swelling, tenderness or bruising is normal and usually settles within a few days to two weeks
- Results: visible straight away, and keep improving as swelling settles
- How long it lasts: typically 12 – 18 months, varying from person to person
- Review: A two-week review is included to check your results
- Price: See price list (Link below)
Do’s and don’ts
- DON’T take blood-thinning medication (unless prescribed) or drink alcohol for 24 hours before treatment
- DON’T use sunbeds, saunas, steam rooms or jacuzzis, or do strenuous exercise, for 48 hours after
- DON’T press, massage or sleep face-down on treated areas for the first few nights
- DO book at least 2 weeks before a big event or holiday so everything has time to settle
Your safety
Like any injectable treatment, dermal fillers carry some risks, including bruising, swelling, infection and, rarely, more serious complications. I’m fully trained in complication management and keep emergency protocols in place for every treatment. The 8-Point Face Lift gives a lifted, refreshed look, but it isn’t a replacement for a surgical facelift and results vary between individuals.
Treatment is for clients aged 18 and over only, and photo ID may be requested.
Before & After
- Time: Around 60 minutes, including numbing
- Filler used -Usually 3 – 5ml of premium hyaluronic acid filler, depending on your needs
- Comfort: Numbing cream is applied first and the filler contains local anaesthetic
- Downtime: Some swelling, tenderness or bruising is normal and usually settles within a few days to two weeks
- Results: Visible straight away, and keep improving as swelling settles
- How long it lasts: Typically 12 – 18 months, varying from person to person
- Review: A two-week review is included to check your results
- Price: See price list
- Do’s/Dont’s: DON’T take blood-thinning medication (unless prescribed) or drink alcohol for 24 hours before treatment, DON’T use sunbeds, saunas, steam rooms or jacuzzis, or do strenuous exercise, for 48 hours after, DON’T press, massage or sleep face-down on treated areas for the first few nights, DO book at least 2 weeks before a big event or holiday so everything has time to settle
FAQ's
Will I look "done" or overfilled?
No. The whole point of this technique is to replace what you’ve lost, not to add something that was never there. Clients usually hear “you look well” rather than “what have you had done?”
I've lost weight and my face looks gaunt, can this help?
Yes, this is one of the most common reasons clients come to me. Restoring cheek volume after weight loss can bring back softness and lift, so your face matches how good you feel. It’s best to wait until your weight is fairly stable so your results last.
Does it hurt?
Most clients find it very manageable. Numbing cream and the anaesthetic within the filler keep you comfortable, and you can expect some tenderness for a few days afterwards.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes. It pairs beautifully with anti-wrinkle treatment, skin boosters or polynucleotides for skin quality, or HIFU for tightening. We can plan this together at your consultation.
Can filler be dissolved?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid filler can be dissolved if ever needed, which is one of the reasons it’s such a safe and popular choice.
Ready to replace your lost facial volume
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