Mini Face Lift Cost in Turkey – Prices, Antalya Options & Full Guide

A mini face lift tightens the lower face and jawline through shorter incisions around the ears than a full face lift, with less operating time and a quicker recovery. It suits people, often in their 40s or early 50s, with early jowls and mild loose skin but good skin quality. In the UK, the NHS says you can expect to pay anything from a few thousand pounds for a mini facelift to £10,000 for a face and neck lift, plus consultation and follow-up costs. At Soraca Med in Antalya, face lift surgery starts from €2,700, and a mini face lift is priced in a personal quote after a photo assessment. This guide explains who a mini face lift suits, how it compares with a full face lift, what recovery looks like and how long results last. Every treatment plan at Soraca Med is reviewed by our plastic surgeon, Dr. Gökhan Bacak.

Mini Face Lift at a Glance

Item	Typical detail
Treats	Early jowls, mild jawline laxity, mild lower face sagging
Incisions	Around the front of the ear, shorter than a full face lift
Anesthesia	Local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia
Operation time	Usually 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Time in Antalya	About 6 to 8 days
Back to work	Often 1 to 2 weeks
Bruising	Usually visible for 1 to 2 weeks
Final result	Several months
Price	Face lift from €2,700; mini face lift in a personal quote

What Is a Mini Face Lift?

A full face lift lifts the skin and the deeper layer of the face (the SMAS) across the cheeks, jawline and often the neck. A mini face lift focuses on the lower face and jawline. Through a shorter incision in front of the ear, the surgeon tightens the deeper tissue and removes a small amount of excess skin. The result is a cleaner jawline and softer jowls, without the more extensive dissection of a full face lift.

The NHS describes a facelift as surgery that lifts and pulls back the skin on the face to make it look tighter and smoother, usually under general anesthetic, sometimes under local anesthetic with sedation.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Mini Face Lift?

Early jowling and mild loss of jawline definition
Good skin elasticity and little neck laxity
Healthy non-smokers, or able to stop before and after surgery
People who want a refreshed, natural look with shorter recovery

A mini face lift is usually not enough if you have marked neck laxity, deep folds, heavy jowls or significant sagging in the mid-face. In these cases a full face lift, a deep plane face lift or a combined face and neck lift is more effective. Read our face lift cost in Antalya guide.

Mini Face Lift vs Full Face Lift

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	Mini face lift	Full face lift	Face and neck lift
Area	Lower face and jawline	Cheeks, jawline and lower face	Face and neck
Incisions	Short, in front of the ear	In front of and behind the ear, into the hairline	Longer, around the ear and sometimes under the chin
Best for	Early ageing	Moderate ageing	Moderate to advanced ageing with neck laxity
Recovery	Usually 1 to 2 weeks	Usually 2 to 4 weeks	Usually 2 to 4 weeks
How long results last	Usually several years	Usually many years	Usually many years

The NHS notes that full recovery after a facelift takes about two to four weeks. A mini face lift is usually at the shorter end.

Mini Face Lift Cost in Turkey: 2026 Price Guide

Procedure	Soraca Med price
Face lift	From €2,700
Neck lift	From €2,700
Mini face lift	Personal quote
Face and neck lift	Personal quote
Eyelid surgery (often combined)	From €1,000

How Much Does a Mini Face Lift Cost Compared to the UK and US?

	Typical situation
UK	The NHS says from a few thousand pounds for a mini facelift up to £10,000 for a face and neck lift, plus consultation and follow-up
US	Usually higher, with surgeon, anesthesia and facility fees often separate
Antalya, Soraca Med	Face lift from €2,700; mini face lift priced individually with package services

What Affects the Cost of a Mini Face Lift?

The extent of the lift and the technique
Local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia
Combined procedures, such as eyelid surgery, a neck lift, fat transfer or chin liposuction
Hospital stay and number of hotel nights
Revision of a previous face lift

What Is Included in Mini Face Lift Packages in Turkey?

Online assessment of your photos
Consultation and planning with the surgeon
Pre-operative tests
Surgery and anesthesia
Hospital stay if needed
Medication, dressings and a face garment
Stitch removal and check-ups in Antalya
Hotel accommodation and VIP transfers
Support after you return home

Mini Face Lift Recovery Time and Healing

Time after surgery	What to expect
Days 1 to 3	Swelling, bruising and tightness; head raised when resting
Days 5 to 7	Many stitches removed; swelling reduces
Weeks 1 to 2	Bruising fades; return to work for many people
Weeks 2 to 4	Most swelling has settled; light exercise when allowed
Months 3 to 6	Final, natural result

The NHS says bruising is visible for at least two weeks after a facelift and that stitches are removed after about 7 to 14 days. It also notes that final results can be seen after 6 to 9 months for facelift surgery. Avoid heavy exercise, saunas, smoking and sun on the scars in the first weeks.

Mini Face Lift Before and After: What Results Can You Expect?

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Expect a sharper jawline, softer jowls and a more rested lower face. A good mini face lift does not look pulled or windswept; friends usually notice that you look fresher rather than “operated”. The scars lie in natural creases in front of the ear and usually fade well over months.

How Long Does a Mini Face Lift Last?

A mini face lift usually lasts several years. Because less tissue is lifted than in a full face lift, the effect tends to last fewer years. Ageing continues after any face lift, but you will usually continue to look younger than you would have without surgery. Sun protection, not smoking and a stable weight help the result last.

Is a Mini Face Lift in Turkey Safe?

A mini face lift is generally a safe operation in experienced hands. The NHS lists risks specific to facelifts, such as nerve injury and loss of sensation or movement in the face, asymmetry, hair loss around scars, thick visible scars and healing problems, as well as general risks like bleeding, blood clots and infection. A careful examination, realistic planning and following aftercare instructions reduce these risks.

Combining a Mini Face Lift

Many people combine a mini face lift with:

Upper or lower eyelid surgery for the eyes
Chin liposuction for fat under the chin
Fat transfer to restore lost volume in the cheeks
Skin treatments such as CO2 laser resurfacing for texture

How Long Should You Stay in Turkey?

Plan about six to eight days, so stitches can be removed and your surgeon can check healing before your flight.

How Facial Ageing Happens

Understanding why the face changes helps explain what a mini face lift can and cannot do:

Change	What causes it	Best treatment
Jowls and a softer jawline	Loosening of the deeper support layer (SMAS) and skin	Mini or full face lift
Loose neck skin and bands	Loosening of the neck muscle and skin	Neck lift
Hollow cheeks and under-eye area	Loss of facial fat volume	Fat transfer or fillers
Fine lines and rough texture	Sun damage and collagen loss	Laser resurfacing or skin treatments
Heavy upper lids and bags	Excess eyelid skin and fat	Eyelid surgery

A mini face lift treats the first problem very well. The others often need additional treatments, which is why many face plans combine more than one procedure.

Mini Face Lift Techniques

Technique	How it works	Notes
Short-scar SMAS lift	The deeper layer is tightened through a short incision, then excess skin is removed	Common mini face lift approach
MACS lift	Suspension sutures lift the deeper tissue vertically	Short scar, focused on the jawline
Skin-only lift	Only the skin is tightened	Shorter lasting; rarely used alone today
Thread lift (non-surgical)	Absorbable threads lift tissue temporarily	Not a face lift; effect lasts months

Mini Face Lift vs Thread Lift vs Fillers

	Mini face lift	Thread lift	Fillers
Lifts tissue	Yes, surgically	Temporarily	No, adds volume
Removes loose skin	Yes	No	No
Duration	Several years	Months	Months to about a year or more
Downtime	About 1 to 2 weeks	A few days	Minimal
Best for	Early jowls with mild skin laxity	Very mild laxity	Volume loss

Preparing for a Mini Face Lift

Stop smoking at least four weeks before and after surgery, as smoking greatly increases the risk of skin healing problems after face lifts
Stop blood-thinning supplements, such as fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo and garlic tablets, as your surgeon advises
Tell your surgeon about high blood pressure, which increases the risk of bleeding after face lifts
Bring button-up tops so you do not pull clothes over your face
Plan to rest with your head raised for the first nights

Your Stay in Antalya Day by Day

Day	What usually happens
Day 1	Arrival and transfer to your hotel
Day 2	Consultation, photos, marking and tests
Day 3	Surgery; overnight stay if planned
Days 4 to 5	Dressing change, rest and short walks
Days 6 to 7	Stitch removal or check-up
Day 8	Final check and flight home when cleared

Looking After Your Result

Use high-factor sunscreen every day and avoid sunbeds
Keep a stable weight, as weight changes affect facial skin
Do not smoke
Combine with a good skin care routine and, if you wish, skin treatments to keep texture fresh

Questions to Ask Your Surgeon

Am I a good candidate for a mini face lift, or would a full face or neck lift suit me better?
Which technique will you use, and will the deeper layer be tightened?
Where exactly will the scars be?
What results can I realistically expect, and for how long?
Should anything be combined, such as eyelid surgery or fat transfer?

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I was picked up at the airport and taken to a hotel, and the next day to the hospital, where I passed certain tests and an in-person assessment by Dr Ismail Gokhan BACAK, who is a specialist with lots of experience. I felt super confident before and after the procedure. The operation took over 5 hours, and I stayed 4 nights in the Hospital. Then some days in the hotel (all-stay included in the quote).
The team in charge of managing the patients (Tarik and Co.) before arrival, during stay and for weeks after the surgery is great, attentive and has great English and already know a lot about the recovery process.
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Because I arrived directly from working long hours for a year, I was very tired, and the operation left me very tired. I recommend people arrive in Antalya and spend a week resting in this beautiful Mediterranean coastal town. Then do the procedure. Do not rush into it if you are tired.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a mini face lift cost in Turkey?

At Soraca Med in Antalya, face lift surgery starts from €2,700, and a mini face lift is priced in a personal quote after a photo assessment.

How much is a mini facelift in the UK?

The NHS says to expect anything from a few thousand pounds for a mini facelift, plus consultation and follow-up costs.

Who is a good candidate for a mini face lift?

People with early jowls and mild jawline laxity, good skin quality and little neck laxity, often in their 40s or early 50s.

How long is mini face lift recovery?

Many people return to work after one to two weeks. Bruising usually fades over about two weeks.

How long does a mini face lift last?

Usually several years, although ageing continues and the effect tends to last fewer years than a full face lift.

Are there visible scars?

Scars lie in front of the ear in natural creases and usually fade well over several months.

Can a mini face lift tighten the neck?

Only slightly. Marked neck laxity usually needs a neck lift or a face and neck lift.

How long should I stay in Antalya?

About six to eight days, so stitches can be removed before your flight.

What is the difference between a mini face lift and a thread lift?

A mini face lift is surgery that tightens the deeper tissue and removes loose skin, lasting several years. A thread lift is non-surgical and temporary.

Can I have a mini face lift under local anesthesia?

Often yes, with sedation. Your surgeon and anesthetist decide based on your health and the plan.

What is the best age for a mini face lift?

Many patients are in their 40s or early 50s, but skin quality and the degree of laxity matter more than age.

Will people notice I had a mini face lift?

A well-done mini face lift usually looks like you are rested and refreshed, rather than operated.

Sources and Medical Information

This guide is general patient information. The medical details are based on published patient guidance, including:

It does not replace a consultation: your surgeon decides what is safe for you, and their personal instructions always take priority. Prices are Soraca Med starting prices and are confirmed in your written quote. Last updated: October 2026.

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