Skin · 6 min read
Endolift: Laser Skin Tightening Without Surgery
By Dr Hassan Soueid · MD, FRCS · Lead Surgeon, Kensington Cosmetic Clinic
Published 21 June 2026
TL;DR. Endolift threads a very fine laser fibre just under the skin to melt small fat pockets and tighten tissue by stimulating collagen. There are no incisions and downtime is short, but it is for mild to moderate laxity, not a substitute for a facelift.
How it works
A hair-thin optical fibre is passed under the skin through a tiny entry point. The laser energy contracts the tissue and triggers new collagen over the following months, gently lifting areas such as the jowls, lower face and under the chin.
What to expect
The procedure is done under local anaesthetic. Expect some swelling and tenderness for a few days. Results build gradually over three to six months as collagen remodels.
Where it fits
- Good fit: early jowls, a softening jawline, mild laxity in younger or maintenance patients.
- Not enough: true skin descent and heavy jowls, where a surgical lift is the honest answer.
Our view
Endolift is a useful step between injectables and surgery. We will only recommend it where the laxity is mild enough for it to make a visible difference, otherwise we are setting you up for disappointment.
Frequently asked
Questions we get asked about EnerPeel®
- Is Endolift painful?
- It is done under local anaesthetic and most patients tolerate it well, with some tenderness and swelling afterwards.
- When will I see results?
- A little early tightening, then a gradual improvement over three to six months as collagen rebuilds.
- Is it a facelift alternative?
- For mild laxity, it can delay surgery. For established jowls and skin descent, it is not a replacement.