Natural FaceLift & Skin Tightening
What is facial sagging?
Firm, lifted skin depends on a dense network of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid made by fibroblasts, the “architects” of the dermis. From about age 25, even with a healthy lifestyle, fibroblasts slow down. Research shows that aged fibroblasts also lose the mechanical tension they need to stay active, so collagen production drops, existing fibres become disorganized, and the cycle repeats.
Over time the skin thins and loosens. Cheeks soften, the jawline blurs, nasolabial folds deepen, the neck loses definition and the eyelids may droop. A natural facelift works on these structural causes, so the skin rebuilds its own support rather than being filled or pulled.
What causes the skin to lose firmness?
- Natural decline in collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid from the mid-twenties
- Less active fibroblasts and slower skin cell renewal
- Sun exposure, which breaks down collagen and accelerates sagging
- Gravity, repeated facial expressions and changes in facial fat and bone
- Hormonal changes, including menopause
- Smoking, pollution, stress, poor sleep and significant weight loss
Why is a natural facelift at Paad Wellness different?
Committed to: a green beauty approach that “exercises” the skin and stimulates fibroblasts to produce new collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, combining mechanical, radio frequency and laser technologies so lift, firmness and skin quality are treated together while you keep your natural expressions.
Against: overfilled or “frozen” results, one-off treatments that promise surgical results, and aggressive procedures with long recovery when gentler, evidence-based options can work.
Vancouver’s evidence-informed skin clinic combining three non-surgical technologies (LPG Endermolift, Sublime and the Nordlys Frax 1550 laser) to firm sagging skin, define the jawline and restore skin quality, with no needles, fillers or surgery.
LPG Endermologie
What is LPG Endermolift?
LPG Endermolift (Endermologie® Face) is a French mechanical skin stimulation technology and an anti-aging, non-surgical facelift for men and women of all ages. It uses no injections, chemicals, light or heat. Paad Wellness uses the latest LPG Alliance generation of the technology.
How does LPG Endermolift lift the face?
The patented treatment head uses gentle aspiration and motorized pulsating flaps to deliver micro-pulsations to the different layers of the skin. This “skin workout” restores the mechanical signals fibroblasts lose with age, so they return to producing collagen for firmness, elastin for suppleness and hyaluronic acid for volume and hydration. It also boosts microcirculation and lymphatic drainage, which brightens the complexion and reduces puffiness.
What does LPG Endermolift do for my skin?
- Firms the skin and gives a natural, gradual lift
- Smooths wrinkles and expression lines
- Reduces puffiness, under-eye bags and dark circles
- Helps reduce a double chin and refine facial contours
- Brightens a dull complexion
- Supports and prolongs the results of other cosmetic procedures
Which areas can be treated?
Face, eye contour, lips, double chin, neck and décolletage.
What can I expect?
The treatment feels like a relaxing massage, and the settings are adjusted to your skin’s sensitivity. Your skin may look slightly flushed for a short time from increased circulation. Many clients notice a fresher, more radiant face from the first sessions, and firmness builds over the course.
Personalized diagnosis
Because a successful treatment starts with a good diagnosis, LPG Alliance® Lift has a tablet app (endermoscan™). It includes a wide range of functions for comprehensive client care:
- Facial evaluation
- Photo review
- Personalized programme creation
- Session follow-up
- Skincare prescriptions and food supplements
The tablet and the LPG Alliance® Lift device talk to each other, and software updates are carried out instantly via the Internet.
Session
20–30 min
Typical course
15–25 sessions
Interval
1–3 per week
Downtime
None to minimal
Sublime Skin Tightening (Elos Plus)
What is Sublime?
Sublime is a non-invasive skin tightening and contouring treatment on the Elos Plus platform. It combines infrared light with bipolar radio frequency (Elos, electro-optical synergy) to heat the deeper layers of the skin, often described as a non-surgical face and neck lift.
How does Sublime tighten the skin?
Infrared light (700–2000 nm) and bipolar conducted radio frequency heat the lower dermis evenly. The heat contracts existing collagen fibres for an initial tightening effect, then prompts fibroblasts to produce new collagen over the following months. Because it does not target pigment, Sublime is suitable for a wide range of skin types and tones.
In a study at the University of Hong Kong, 19 women with skin types III–V received three combined infrared and bipolar RF treatments three weeks apart. Mild improvement in laxity was seen over the mid and lower face, satisfaction was high, and no pigmentation problems or serious side effects occurred (Yu et al., Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, 2007). Results build gradually, which is why we plan a series and combine it with LPG.
What does Sublime do for my skin?
- Tones the cheeks and reduces sagging along the jawline
- Firms the neck
- Softens fine wrinkles and smile lines
- Sharpens facial contours
- Improves overall skin quality and smoothness
Which areas can be treated?
Face, jawline and neck.
What can I expect?
Most clients describe Sublime as a warm, deep-tissue massage, and numbing cream is rarely needed. You will wear goggles, and a cool gel protects the skin. Mild redness fades within hours, so you can return to your day straight away. Results are best 3–6 months after the course.
Session
30–60 min
Typical course
3–5 sessions
Interval
3–4 weeks
Downtime
Minimal
Nordlys Frax 1550 Fractional Laser
What is Nordlys Frax 1550?
Frax 1550™ is a non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) on the Nordlys platform by Candela, licensed by Health Canada. “Non-ablative” means it works beneath an intact skin surface, so recovery is much shorter than with traditional resurfacing lasers.
How does Frax 1550 work on aging skin?
The 1550 nm laser places thousands of microscopic columns of heat deep into the dermis, separated by islands of untreated skin. These tiny zones trigger the skin’s healing response, which replaces old, sun-damaged collagen with new collagen and elastin. In a natural facelift plan, Frax 1550 is the skin-quality layer: it thickens and smooths crepey skin so the lift from LPG and Sublime looks fresher and more even.
Reviews in dermatology journals find that 1550 nm fractional lasers reliably improve photodamage, fine lines, texture and scars with low risk, for example a series of three sessions 3–4 weeks apart in a 50-patient study. Their direct tightening effect is more modest and varies between studies (Dermatologic Surgery, 2014), which is why we pair Frax 1550 with Sublime and LPG for lift.
What does Frax 1550 do for my skin?
- Smooths fine lines, including around the eyes
- Improves crepey, thin texture on the face and neck
- Refines enlarged pores
- Repairs sun-damaged skin for a more even surface
- Stimulates long-term collagen remodelling
Which areas can be treated?
Face, around the eyes, neck, décolletage and hands.
What can I expect?
A numbing cream is applied first, and you will wear protective eyewear. Most clients feel warmth and prickling during the pass. The skin is usually red and slightly swollen for 1–3 days, then may feel dry or flake lightly as it renews. Daily sunscreen is essential during the course.
Session
~30–45 min
Typical course
3–5 sessions
Interval
~4 weeks
Downtime
1–3 days
Which Technology Is Right for Me?
| Technology | Energy | Best for | Comfort | Downtime | Skin types |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPG Endermolift | Mechanical stimulation | Firmness, natural lift, puffiness, double chin | Massage-like | None to minimal | All |
| Sublime | Infrared light + bipolar RF | Jawline, cheeks, neck laxity | Warm deep massage | Minimal | All |
| Nordlys Frax 1550 | 1550 nm non-ablative fractional laser | Crepey texture, fine lines, pores | Numbing cream used | 1–3 days | Assessed at consultation |
Your Personalized Stretch Mark Plan
Most clients get the best results from a combination approach, tailored after a free skin assessment.
1. Skin assessment
We look at firmness, jawline and neck definition, lines and skin quality, review your skincare, medications and any previous injectables, and check your skin type to choose the right technologies and settings.
2. Lift and firm
LPG Endermolift reactivates fibroblasts and drains puffiness, while Sublime heats the deeper dermis to tighten the cheeks, jawline and neck. The two are often booked in the same visit.
3. Refine skin quality
Nordlys Frax 1550 rebuilds collagen near the surface to smooth crepey texture, fine lines and pores, so the lifted skin also looks healthier.
4. Maintain
Daily sunscreen, a home-care routine, a monthly LPG session and Sublime every 3–6 months help keep the results going.
Who is suitable?
These treatments suit healthy adults, both women and men, with early to moderate loss of firmness: softening cheeks and jawline, a less defined neck, fine lines and crepey skin. They also suit people who want to prevent sagging, who prefer natural-looking results without surgery or fillers, or who want to maintain the results of earlier cosmetic procedures. More advanced sagging is assessed at consultation, and we will tell you honestly when a surgical opinion may serve you better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a natural facelift the same as a surgical facelift?
No. Surgery removes and repositions skin and tissue. A natural facelift stimulates your own collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid for a gradual, subtle lift and better skin quality, without incisions or recovery time. It works best for early to moderate sagging and for prevention.
How soon will I see results?
Many clients see a fresher, more radiant face after the first LPG sessions. Firmness and contour build over the course, because new collagen forms over the following 3–6 months.
Is it painful?
LPG feels like a relaxing massage and Sublime like a warm deep-tissue massage. Frax 1550 is done with a numbing cream and feels warm and prickly. Most clients find all three very tolerable.
How long do results last?
The collagen you build is your own, but the skin keeps aging naturally. Daily sunscreen, a monthly LPG session and Sublime every 3–6 months help maintain the lift.
Can I combine this with Botox or fillers?
Yes. LPG can help support and prolong the results of other cosmetic procedures. For heat-based treatments such as Sublime and Frax 1550, we usually wait a few weeks after fillers in the same area, so please tell us about any recent injectables at your consultation.
How much does a natural facelift cost?
Prices range from $170 to $750 per session, depending on the treatment technology (LPG Endermolift, Sublime or Nordlys Frax 1550) and the areas treated. Your free consultation includes a written quote for your personalized plan.
Is it safe for darker skin?
LPG Endermolift and Sublime are suitable for all skin types. For Nordlys Frax 1550 we choose settings after assessing your skin type.
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