Mini Facelift (Purple) Lift 

This is a patient in their 40s who, after undergoing a philtrum reduction and lower eyelid fat repositioning surgery at our clinic, was satisfied with the results and returned for further treatment. While the jawline was not severely sagging, the patient wanted to address the relaxed jawline and drooping areas around the mouth with a more defined and elastic look, so we recommended the Purple Lift (Mini Facelift).

We focused on balancing the sagging skin and SMAS layer on the right side, which was more lax compared to the left, by removing excess tissue and deep cheek fat. About 2.5 cm of SMAS was excised, and we carefully removed deep cheek fat to prevent marionette lines. Using I.KNOW.U’s transparent suture technique, we avoided any visible stitch marks. Compared to the pre-surgery appearance, the patient now has a more defined and elastic jawline.

 Mini Facelift (Purple) Lift 

This patient had been struggling with sagging marionette lines since undergoing cheekbone surgery 12 years ago. Despite being in their early 30s, they experienced a lack of skin elasticity, and their marionette lines were quite prominent.

We focused on restoring the elasticity of the sagging skin and fascial tissue, particularly in the area where the cheekbones had moved inward, losing support, which caused the skin and fat in the lower face to sag. Additionally, due to a significant amount of fat around the marionette lines, we performed liposuction of approximately 7–10cc per side.

After surgery, the jawline showed significant improvement in elasticity, making the face appear smaller and slimmer. Initially, the scar area may appear slightly red, but by the two-month mark, it becomes barely noticeable. This patient also underwent a revision rhinoplasty using autologous rib cartilage at the same time as the facelift. Therefore, we are highlighting the changes in the 45-degree and 90-degree side profile photos.

 Mini Facelift (Purple) Lift 

This patient had previously undergone multiple thread lifting treatments and received fillers in the cheekbones and sides of the face. However, they reported that the lifting procedures provided minimal results, and over time, the repeated treatments caused their face to sag and lose definition, leaving them dissatisfied.

We performed the Purple Lift (Mini Facelift) for this patient, and since the neck sagging was not severe, a separate neck lift was not necessary. However, as shown in the post-surgery photos, even pulling only the outer edges of the face resulted in some improvement in the neck contour. The left cheek was more sagging compared to the right, so we removed about 5mm more skin and SMAS fascia on the left side to restore symmetry. Additionally, we removed any previous lifting threads and dissolved all the filler material.

Despite this, there was still a significant amount of deep cheek fat, which we also removed during the facelift procedure. As a result, the overall heavy and asymmetrical facial silhouette was transformed into a smooth and balanced line. In the one-day post-surgery photos, you can see the remarkable recovery with no noticeable bruising or swelling, which is almost unbelievable. ^^

 Facelift (Black) Lift + Neck Lift + Forehead Lift 

This patient had significant sagging around the marionette lines and jawline, as well as deep horizontal wrinkles on the neck. They expressed concerns about these areas during the consultation, and we promised to address them carefully.

By the second week after the surgery, the results were already stable and noticeable. The incision around the ear, which was done without visible stitches, healed quickly within 1–2 weeks, and the jawline had a smooth and lifted appearance. In addition to the facelift and neck lift, the patient also underwent a rhinoplasty revision for a nose surgery performed 30 years ago, which was handled by I.KNOW.U. The forehead lift enhanced the smoothness of the forehead line and softened the overall impression, while the rejuvenated nasal tip helped improve the projection of the nose, giving the patient a more harmonious look. The horizontal neck wrinkles were smoothed out with a soft filler treatment, adding to the overall rejuvenated effect.

With these combined lifting and cosmetic procedures, the patient achieved a more youthful and refined appearance, and they were extremely satisfied with the results, which gave us great satisfaction as well.

 Facelift (Black) Lift + Neck Lift 

This patient had deep, fine marionette lines around the mouth and a significantly sagging neck, resembling a typical "Pelican Neck" or "Turkey Neck" due to aging. The weakened neck muscles caused two prominent vertical wrinkles to appear on the neck.

After the surgery, the deep and tight wrinkles around the mouth were greatly improved, resulting in a much smoother appearance. The facial contours, once angular, were lifted into a softer, oval shape, giving a more refined overall look. The most notable change was in the neck. The horizontal and vertical wrinkles dramatically reduced, revealing a much firmer and more youthful neckline.

The area near the incision, around the front of the ear, which had previously been full of fine wrinkles, now appeared cleaner and more refined despite the scar. Even the earlobe, which had originally looked somewhat droopy, gained elasticity and naturally improved.

 Facelift (Black) + Neck Lift 

The patient had relatively thin skin overall but an excess of sagging skin, which created noticeable marionette shadows. As a result, even though their jawbone was not significantly developed, the width of the jaw appeared broader.

Before the surgery, the patient was most concerned about the horizontal neck wrinkles. To address this, we performed both a neck lift and a facelift to maximize wrinkle improvement. As a result, their facial contours transformed into a well-defined V-line, almost as if they had undergone facial contouring surgery. Using I.KNOW.U’s suture technique, which leaves no visible stitches, scarring was barely noticeable from the beginning. By the one-month mark, the results had improved even further.

 Facelift (Black) Lift + Neck Lift 

This patient had excess skin and fat in both the outer cheeks and double chin areas. In such cases, a delicate liposuction process is essential. The marionette lines were particularly prominent, and the lower face had a wide, square shape.

One month after the surgery, there was almost no visible bruising or swelling, allowing for a quick return to daily activities. We excised over 2.5 cm of skin and SMAS fascia while precisely removing about 10–15cc of fat. As a result, the facial contours dramatically transformed from a square jaw to a V-line. By the two-month mark, the scars had faded to the point where they were almost invisible.