A furrowed brow, droopy eyelids, and loose jowls can all contribute to a less-than-appealing “resting bitch face.” This blog will discuss the benefits that a brow lift, eyelid surgery, traditional facelift surgery, and less invasive facelift options can provide to improve one’s appearance by reducing or eliminating the appearance of a “resting bitch face.”
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What Is “Resting Bitch Face” (RBF)?
Have you ever caught your reflection looking grumpy or upset when you were feeling perfectly fine? That’s “resting bitch face.” Otherwise known as RBF, it’s a natural facial expression that can make you look unhappy even when you’re not.
RBF is often characterized by drooping eyelids, deep forehead lines, and sagging skin around the mouth or jaw. All these factors put together can give off the wrong impression about your mood or personality. While some people embrace their RBF, others prefer to soften their appearance through various cosmetic procedures.
If “resting bitch face” is affecting your confidence, here are several surgical and nonsurgical treatments that can help.
Eyelid Surgery To Open Up Your Expression
Your eyes say so much about how you’re feeling. As we age, our eyelids can start to droop, creating shadows that make us look tired or annoyed. Eyelid surgery, known as blepharoplasty, addresses this by removing extra skin and fat from your eyelids. The result? Brighter, more alert-looking eyes that better reflect your inner mood. The changes look natural, helping you appear more refreshed and approachable without looking windswept.
Brow Lift To Smooth Away the Furrow
Those deep lines between your eyebrows might be sending the wrong message. A brow lift gently raises sagging eyebrows and smooths forehead wrinkles, helping you look more relaxed and friendly.
The healing process usually takes about two weeks. After that, you’ll notice your reflection looking notably more serene and welcoming.
Facelift To Refine Your Appearance
Aging can pull our facial features downward, creating an unintentionally stern look. A facelift addresses this by repositioning fallen tissues and smoothing the skin. This surgical procedure can help by:
- Lifting and tightening loose facial skin
- Improving jawline definition
- Smoothing deep facial folds
- Correcting downturned mouth corners
While recovery takes about three weeks, the results can last for years. Many patients find that a traditional facelift provides the most noticeable improvement in their facial appearance, helping them look as friendly on the outside as they feel on the inside.
Less Invasive Options
Not ready for intensive surgery? Modern medicine offers several alternatives that require less healing time while still giving beautiful results. Let’s look at three popular procedures that can help soften your features.
Endotine® Lifts
The Endotine® Lift offers a unique approach to rejuvenating the upper face. Through small incisions hidden in your eyelid creases and hairline, this procedure lifts both your eyelids and brows. Your facial plastic surgeon removes extra skin and repositions tissue using special dissolving supports.
These supports work like a scaffold, holding everything in place while your body builds natural connections. The whole process takes about two hours, and you can go home the same day.
Endoscopic Midface Lift
The endoscopic midface lift targets the area many people notice aging first: the cheeks. Using tiny incisions hidden in your hairline or mouth, your facial plastic surgeon guides specialized instruments with a small camera to lift sagging facial tissues. The procedure can work wonders on its own, but many people combine it with lower eyelid surgery or cheek implants for more dramatic results. Most patients find they’re back to their regular routine within a week.
Silhouette InstaLift®
Silhouette InstaLift® is a modern solution for early facial sagging. This procedure uses special threads with tiny cones to lift drooping cheeks and mouth areas. The threads do double duty: They immediately lift your tissues and stimulate your body to produce fresh collagen.
While it won’t replace a full facelift for severe sagging, it works beautifully for mild to moderate cases. Plus, it can help postpone the need for more extensive surgery.
Many patients find that combining treatments gives them the best outcome. Your face ages in different ways, so having various options helps create a plan that matches your specific needs.
Looking for a Facial Rejuvenation Expert in Santa Monica, CA?
“Resting bitch face” doesn’t have to define you. Whether you’re considering eyelid surgery, a brow lift, or a full facelift, there are options to help you achieve a softer, more welcoming appearance.
For over 25 years, Santa Monica patients have trusted Dr. David M. Butler to help them feel more like themselves again. His focused expertise as a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, combined with his certification in otolaryngology, makes him the go-to specialist for natural-looking facial rejuvenation.
That friendly, approachable look you want is within reach. Call (310) 428-0033 or complete our online form to schedule your consultation.