An Expert Guide to the Liquid Facelift
When Kris Jenner made her post-facelift return to Instagram, the internet lit up. The hashtag #krisjennernewface quickly racked up over 50 million views on TikTok, with users clamouring to dissect her jaw-dropping transformation.
At 69, Jenner appears less like the Kardashian matriarch and more like Kim’s sister, which has prompted a surge of enquiries from women desperate to achieve her lifted, youthful look. The good news? According to leading cosmetic doctor Dr Manav Bawa, Medical Director of Time Clinic and Allergan Aesthetics trainer, surgery isn’t the only route to achieving Jenner’s sculpted, rejuvenated appearance.
“There’s been a noticeable increase in interest around facelift-style results, and several factors are driving this,” Dr Bawa explains. “Social media and celebrity culture play a role, with more people being exposed to transformations that promise lifted, sculpted features, often without clear context around what’s been done.”
Enter the Liquid Facelift: a non-surgical approach using injectable treatments such as dermal fillers and biostimulators to restore volume, improve skin quality, and deliver a naturally lifted appearance.
“It’s important not to assume that surgery is the only, or the best, option for everyone,” says Dr Bawa. “A liquid facelift can be a great option for individuals who want meaningful rejuvenation but aren’t ready, or don’t feel the need, for surgery. It’s ideal for those who want subtle yet noticeable improvements with minimal downtime and the flexibility to adjust or refine results over time.”
What is a liquid facelift and how does it work?
According to Dr Bawa, the Liquid Facelift method typically pairs structural fillers, used to rebuild lost volume and definition, with regenerative injectables that enhance skin elasticity and overall firmness. “The result is a naturally lifted appearance, with added benefits to skin quality and hydration,” he explains. “While it won’t replicate the effects of surgery in more advanced ageing, for the right candidate it offers a powerful, low-commitment alternative that’s both effective and reassuring.”
As we age, the fat pads in the face begin to shift and shrink, while bone mass subtly decreases. These changes contribute to sagging and a loss of youthful definition, and dermal fillers can help to rebuild these structural foundations.
“Facial filler can create a lift by restoring structural support in areas where we naturally lose volume and definition over time,” he says. “The Juvéderm range is designed to restore support where it’s been lost, particularly in the cheeks, temples, jawline, and midface. By carefully rebuilding these foundations, we can create a natural lift and subtly recontour the face.”
To further enhance skin firmness and elasticity, Dr Bawa often incorporates HArmonyCA, a collagen-stimulating injectable that works overtime to regenerate the skin from within. “The result is not just volume — it’s an overall refreshed, more youthful appearance, with the skin looking tighter and more supported.”
Who is the liquid facelift best suited to?
While a surgical facelift may be better suited for more advanced signs of ageing, the Liquid Facelift can deliver impressive results for a specific group of patients.
“Filler-based lifting is ideal for patients who have mild to moderate volume loss, early signs of sagging, and a good degree of skin quality,” says Dr Bawa. “These individuals respond beautifully to treatment with Juvéderm for volume and structure, and HArmonyCA for boosting skin firmness over time. For someone in this group, we can often achieve a really impressive ‘lift’ without needing surgical intervention.”
That said, expectations matter. “If there’s significant skin laxity, very heavy lower face descent, or the desire for a permanent result, surgery may be more appropriate. That said, I often find patients prefer to try a non-surgical approach first, and many are surprised by how effective it can be when done well.”
How long do the results of a liquid facelift last?
Unlike the instant transformation of surgery, the Liquid Facelift offers results that are both buildable and long-lasting, with the added benefit of being adjustable over time.
“Using the Juvéderm family of products, we can rebuild structure and restore facial contours with results lasting between 12 and 24 months,” says Dr Bawa. “When paired with HArmonyCA, which continues to stimulate collagen and elastin for up to 18 months, the effect is both immediate and long-lasting. For many patients, this combination offers the rejuvenation they’re looking for — without the downtime or permanence of surgery. It’s also completely tailored to each individual, which makes it a very safe and flexible choice.”
Time Clinic offers the Liquid Facelift treatment at its Woodford Green location: 15 The Broadway, London IG8 0HL. Consultations can be booked at time-clinic.com.