A mini facelift is a minimally invasive plastic surgery procedure that addresses wrinkles and sagging skin without the scarring and side effects of a regular facelift. It involves the placement of incisions in front of the ears which extend from the hairline to the bottom of the earlobe. The surgeon will then gently pull the skin and tissues up and outward the ear. Excess skin and tissue are removed to tighten the appearance of the skin. The mini facelift reduces the appearance of sagging skin, defines the jaw, and improves the look of wrinkles on the lower half of the face. Compared to a regular facelift, a mini-facelift also poses less swelling and bruising postoperatively. The benefits of a mini facelift include minimal scarring, fewer side effects, and a faster recovery period. However, a mini facelift cannot address concerns on the upper part of the face such as eye bags, crow’s feet, or wrinkles on the forehead. It is ideal for people with only a minimal amount of sagging and loose skin in the lower third of the face.