BROW LIFT

What is a brow lift ?

The eyebrow is a key element of facial expression. Its position, shape, and arch can rejuvenate and enhance the look. A brow that sits too low can weigh down the gaze and create a stern appearance. A brow that is too high can give a surprised or vacant look. A brow lacking curvature does not highlight the eyes and exposes the bony rim, making the gaze appear older and more tired.

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Non-surgical brow lift in Geneva

eyebrow lift without surgery is a revolutionary approach to rejuvenating the eyes without the need for invasive surgery.
Les injections d’acide hyaluronique et de toxine botulique sont une solution pour correct sagging eyebrows and redefine their natural arc.
These techniques enhance the eyebrows in a subtle and natural way. The results are long-lasting.

A brow lift without surgery is a safe and effective alternative to traditional surgery.
La toxine botulique* pour relever les sourcils blocks the muscles responsible for the sagging of this part of the face.
injections d’acide hyaluronique dans les sourcils restore the volume and support lost over time.

Drooping brows : what are the causes ?

photo causes eyebrow loss

Eyebrow drooping, also known as brow ptosis, may be caused by several factors.

  • Natural aging of the skin and facial muscles.
  • Diminution de l’élasticité de la peau due à la perte de collagène et d’élastine.
  • The effects of gravity over time.
  • Repeated facial expressions that weaken the muscles supporting the brows.
  • Genetic factors, which explains why brow ptosis can also affect young people.

How brows change with age

How brows change with age There are three main changes that occur with aging :

  • Loss of arch : caused by the loss of fat in the brow. The natural curvature disappears and the bone becomes visible. The eyes appear sunken, the expression sad and aged.
  • Brow drooping, often accompanied by drooping of the upper eyelid : due to skin laxity, fat loss, and the downward pull of muscles such as the orbicularis oculi, corrugator, and depressor supercilii.
  • Change in shape : structural changes and the loss of tissue support alter the natural shape, making brows appear flatter or more curved.

How to get beautiful eyebrows ?

The shape, position, and arch of the eyebrow should harmonize with the face. There are aesthetic standards and proportional guidelines to follow. 

BY GENDER
Women : the brow is arched, the tail lifted, and positioned higher than in men.
Men : the brow sits at the bony ridge, is straighter and thicker.

DISTANCES AND PROPORTIONS
While there is no “ideal” eyebrow, a morphologic framework defines classical standards with three lines and four measurements :
The head of the brow aligns with the line from the nostril to the inner corner of the eye
The highest point of the brow lies along the line from the nostril to the center of the iris
The tail of the brow follows the line from the nostril to the outer corner of the eye
Distance between the eyelid crease and the bottom of the brow : 15–16 mm
Distance between the brow and the center of the pupil : 25 mm
Distance between the brow and the hairline : around 50 mm
Distance between the brow and the orbital rim : about 10 mm

EYEBROW AGING STAGES
Different stages of brow aging exist.
Stage 0 : well-arched brow
Stage 1 : moderately arched brow
Stage 2 : slightly arched brow
Stage 3 : flat brow, tired appearance
Stage 4 : flat brow, very tired appearance

Temporal and forehead lift without surgery

A temporal or forehead lift are two aesthetic medicine techniques used to rejuvenate the eyes while maintaining natural and expressive facial features.
In some cases, cosmetic surgery may be the only effective solution.

What is a temporal lift, and what does it correct ?

photo temporal lift

Objective
Le lifting temporal vise à corriger le relâchement et l’affaissement des tissus au niveau des tempes et de la partie externe des sourcils.

Techniques
Des injections d’acide hyaluronique au niveau des tempes, et éventuellement de la queue du sourcil, sont réalisées pour restaurer le volume perdu.
Les injections de toxine botulique* au niveau de la patte d’oie complètent la procédure.

Results
Patients observe a subtle yet significant lifting effect at the eyebrow tail and increased brightness in the temple area due to restored volume.
The gaze is rejuvenated and facial proportions rebalanced.

What is a forehead lift and what does it correct ?

photo frontal lift

Objective
The forehead lift raises the eyebrows in their entirety and improves forehead wrinkles.

Techniques
Les injections de toxine botulique sont couramment utilisées pour détendre les muscles du front responsables des rides frontales.
Une injection de toxine botulique* correctement réalisée remonte les sourcils et donne un résultat naturel et vivant.

Results
Patients notice a significant reduction in forehead wrinkles, a more open look, and a rested appearance.

How to lift the eyebrows without surgery ?
Non-surgical brow lift

Pour remonter les sourcils naturellement sans avoir recours à la chirurgie esthétique, des solutions efficaces et non invasives existent.
Pour cela, deux techniques sont utilisées : les injections d’acide hyaluronique et les injections de toxine botulique*.

Lifting the tail of the eyebrow

Depending on the desired result, the injection technique will vary.
It is possible to lift the entire brow and open the gaze, or to lift only the brow tail for a cat-eye effect.

(*) La toxine botulique est indiquée pour l’amélioration temporaire de l’apparence des rides verticales modérées à sévères entre les sourcils, visibles lorsque l’on fronce les sourcils au maximum (rides du lion) et/ou des rides latérales modérées à sévères (pattes d’oie) visibles lors d’un sourire maximal  lorsqu’elles provoquent une détresse psychologique importante chez les patients adultes.
Le lifting du sourcil n’est pas une indication de la toxine botulique, mais le traitement des rides de la patte d’oie et du lion crée un effet de lifting du sourcil.

Photo opening of the eyes by injection of hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid to lift the brows

It's true thathyaluronic acid restores lost volume to the temples and eyebrows, supporting and enhancing these anatomical structures.
This procedure must be carried out by an experienced doctor. In fact, a botched injection causes the eyebrow to droop and surface irregularities to appear.

Dr Romano performs the injection using a cannula.
The doctor chooses the type of hyaluronic acid (in particular its firmness and viscosity) according to the patient's anatomy. The area injected also depends on the local anatomy.
The treatment is therefore personalised.
Le docteur Romano privilégie l’injection profonde : le produit est posé contre l’os et parfois y associe une injection plus superficielle, cela dépendra de l’indication.
Filling the upper eyelid, temples and dark circles often completes the eye treatment.

Photo eyebrow lift with botox injection

Toxine botulique pour le lifting du sourcil

Le principe de la botulinic toxin injections relies on the natural muscular balance of the brow.
The lowering muscles (the muscles responsible for crow's feet and frown lines) are blocked and the only lifting muscle, the forehead muscle (the muscle responsible for horizontal forehead wrinkles), is left to act.
Il sera ainsi possible de faire remonter les sourcils naturellement et d’obtenir un rajeunissement du regard.
A thorough assessment before treatment is essential, as in some cases this procedure is not indicated. Ptotic foreheads, significant skin laxity, or fatty tissue descent should be treated surgically.

Results : before / after brow lift

The result is the restoration of the brow’s arch, position, and proportions.
The face appears refreshed and rejuvenated, with a more open and alert look.

  • Natural brow elevation : opens the eyes and creates a younger, more awake appearance.
  • Réduction des rides d’expression : traitement des frown lines and crow's feet and sometimes forehead wrinkles.
  • Improved symmetry.

Les résultats sont rapides et durables, la procédure est sûre et bien tolérée : les patients reprennent immédiatement leurs activités quotidiennes.
These results make the non-surgical brow lift a preferred option for those who wish to rejuvenate their face without surgery.

Duration of results

Le résultat des injections de toxine botulique est visible sept jours après l’injection, sa durée est de cinq à six mois.
The results of hyaluronic acid injections are immediate and last for a year.

How much does a brow lift cost in Geneva ?

À Genève, le prix d’un lifting des sourcils par injection varie selon la méthode utilisée. Le traitement par toxine botulique est proposé au tarif de 450 CHF. Si l’acide hyaluronique est indiqué, le tarif est de 650 CHF par seringue. Ces interventions esthétiques sont réalisées en cabinet médical, dans des conditions strictes de sécurité, et les coûts peuvent varier en fonction du plan de traitement personnalisé défini en consultation.

Non-surgical brow lift : patient reviews

Les avis des patients sur le lifting du sourcil sans chirurgie, par injections de toxine botulique ou d’acide hyaluronique, sont souvent très positifs.
This technique is a safe, effective and minimally invasive option for a rejuvenated and more harmonious face.
Patients are satisfied with the rapid, natural results and the fact that they do not have to go out of the office. This treatment can be carried out during the lunch break.

How do hyaluronic acid injections for eyebrow lifting work?

Hyaluronic acid is injected under the skin to restore lost volume and moisturise the area. This gives the eyebrows a fuller, lifted appearance.

Good candidates for this procedure are people who wish to correct sagging or asymmetrical eyebrows, but prefer to avoid surgery. A consultation with a doctor will determine whether this technique is suitable.

Potential side-effects are generally minimal and transitory: redness, slight swelling, bruising. They generally disappear within a few days. It is important to choose a qualified professional to minimise the risks.

Yes, the eyebrow lift without surgery can be combined with other aesthetic procedures such as wrinkle-filling injections, treatment of dark circles and, more generally, any type of injection.

La toxine botulique est utilisée pour détendre les muscles responsables de l’affaissement des sourcils. En inhibant temporairement ces muscles, le botox réalise un effet liftant naturel et améliore la position des sourcils sans chirurgie.

Les résultats du lifting du sourcil par injection d’acide hyaluronique et de toxine botulique peuvent durer généralement entre 4 et 12 mois, selon le métabolisme individuel et la quantité de produit utilisée. Des séances d’entretien régulières sont donc à prévoir.

The non-surgical eyebrow lift is a non-invasive solution where the patient can return to his or her activities immediately, unlike traditional cosmetic surgery which requires a period of convalescence. The results of a non-surgical brow lift are also more subtle and natural.

Avant le traitement, il faut éviter de prendre des compléments alimentaires ou des médicaments qui pourraient augmenter le risque de saignement, les anti-inflammatoires par exemple. Il faut également discuter de tout problème médical ou d’allergie potentielle avec le médecin.

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