Supporting a More Defined, Lifted and Elegantly Contoured Jawline and Neck
The Nefertiti lift takes its name from the ancient Egyptian queen renowned throughout history for the extraordinary definition, elegance and length of her neck and jawline — and it is a treatment that aspires to recreate precisely that quality of lower face and neck refinement through a sophisticated and precisely targeted non-surgical approach. It is one of the most elegant and effective non-surgical treatments available for the lower face and neck — delivering a meaningful and visible improvement in jawline definition, neck contour and overall lower face profile without surgery, anaesthesia or significant downtime.
As the face ages, the platysma — the broad, flat muscle that runs from the lower face downward through the neck to the chest — gradually loses its tone and begins to pull downward on the lower face and jawline with increasing force. This downward pull contributes to the softening and blurring of the jawline, the development of jowling, the appearance of vertical neck bands and a general loss of the clean, defined and lifted lower face profile that characterises a more youthful appearance. The Nefertiti lift addresses this downward muscular pull directly and precisely — using botulinum toxin to relax the platysma and its associated depressor muscles along the jawline, allowing the natural elevator muscles of the face to lift the lower face tissue unopposed and restoring a more defined, lifted and elegantly contoured jawline and neck profile.
At Symmetry Cosmetic Clinic, the Nefertiti lift is performed exclusively by our experienced registered nurse — whose deep anatomical knowledge, precise injection technique and refined aesthetic sensibility ensure that every treatment is delivered safely, accurately and with a thorough understanding of the complex muscle anatomy of the lower face and neck that this sophisticated treatment demands.
Whether you are seeking to address a softening jawline, early jowling, visible platysmal bands or a general loss of lower face and neck definition, the Nefertiti lift at Symmetry Cosmetic Clinic offers a genuinely refined and transformative non-surgical solution.
The Nefertiti lift is a specialised botulinum toxin treatment that targets the platysma muscle and the depressor muscles of the lower face — relaxing their downward pull on the lower face and jawline and allowing the natural elevator muscles of the face to work more effectively in lifting and supporting the lower face tissue.
The platysma is a broad, thin and sheet-like muscle that originates from the fascia of the upper chest and shoulder and inserts into the lower face — including the lower border of the mandible, the skin of the lower cheek and the corners of the mouth. It is one of the primary depressor muscles of the lower face — contributing to the downward movement of the lower lip and corners of the mouth and to the general downward tension that acts on the lower face and jawline.
In youth, the platysma has good tone and is well-supported by the surrounding facial structure — contributing to a clean and defined jawline profile without causing visible banding or excessive downward pull on the lower face. With age, as the overlying skin and soft tissue lose firmness and the platysma loses tone and begins to separate into visible vertical bands, its downward pull on the lower face becomes more pronounced and more visibly apparent — contributing to jowling, loss of jawline definition and the visible vertical neck bands that are one of the most characteristic features of an ageing neck.
The Nefertiti lift works by placing precise and carefully dosed botulinum toxin injections along the lower border of the mandible and into the superior fibres of the platysma — targeting the specific muscle fibres responsible for the downward pull on the lower face and jawline. By reducing the activity of these depressor fibres, the treatment allows the natural elevator muscles of the face — including the zygomaticus and other midface elevators — to work more effectively in lifting and supporting the lower face tissue, creating a more lifted, defined and contoured jawline and lower face profile.
Additional botulinum toxin is also placed into the visible platysmal bands of the neck — relaxing their prominence and reducing the vertical banding that contributes to an aged neck appearance. This combined approach — targeting both the lower face depressors along the jaw and the platysmal bands of the neck — is what gives the Nefertiti lift its characteristic ability to simultaneously improve both the jawline and the neck in a single, cohesive and beautifully refined treatment.
The Nefertiti lift is most effective when understood and planned as part of a broader lower face and neck rejuvenation strategy rather than as an isolated treatment. It works most beautifully in combination with other treatments that address the volume loss, skin laxity and skin quality changes that accompany the muscular changes it targets — including dermal fillers for jawline definition and chin enhancement, bio-remodelling and biostimulator treatments for skin quality and collagen support and the Glass Facial for deep skin hydration and quality improvement in the lower face and neck. Your registered nurse will discuss the most appropriate and comprehensive treatment approach for your individual lower face and neck concerns during your consultation.
The Nefertiti lift can effectively address a broad range of lower face and neck concerns including loss of jawline definition and contour, early to moderate jowling and soft tissue descent along the jaw, visible platysmal bands and vertical neck banding, a general loss of lower face lift and definition, downward pull on the corners of the mouth, a heavy or tired lower face appearance, loss of the clean separation between the jaw and the neck, early neck laxity and loss of neck definition and a desire for a more defined, lifted and elegantly contoured lower face and neck profile without surgery. The Nefertiti lift is particularly well suited to those in the early to moderate stages of lower face and neck ageing — where the muscular contributors to jowling and neck laxity are significant but the degree of skin excess and volume loss does not yet require a surgical approach.
Your Nefertiti lift at Symmetry Cosmetic Clinic begins with a thorough consultation and detailed lower face and neck assessment — during which your registered nurse will evaluate your platysma muscle activity and banding, the degree of jawline softening and jowling present, your lower face and neck anatomy and proportions, your skin quality and your aesthetic goals. We take the time to assess your lower face and neck as a whole — understanding the relationship between the muscular, volumetric and skin quality changes present — to ensure that your Nefertiti lift plan is precisely targeted and forms part of a comprehensive and appropriately considered lower face and neck rejuvenation approach.
The treatment itself is performed using an ultra-fine needle and is generally very well tolerated — with most people describing the sensation as a series of mild pinches along the jaw and into the neck that resolve almost immediately. The treatment typically takes twenty to thirty minutes in total and requires no downtime — most people return to their normal activities immediately following their appointment.
Some mild redness, swelling or pinpoint bruising at the injection sites may be present immediately following treatment — these are normal and temporary responses that typically resolve within a few hours to a few days. Your registered nurse will provide comprehensive aftercare guidance before you leave your appointment.
Results begin to become apparent within five to seven days of treatment and are typically fully evident within two weeks — at which point a review appointment will be scheduled to assess your results and address any refinements that may further optimise your outcome. The lifting and defining effect of the Nefertiti lift typically lasts for three to four months — with consistent and regular treatment helping to maintain and build upon the lower face and neck improvements achieved over time.
1. Comprehensive Consultation and Lower Face and Neck Assessment
Your Nefertiti lift begins with a thorough consultation and detailed assessment of your lower face and neck conducted by your registered nurse — evaluating your platysma muscle activity and banding, the degree of jowling and jawline softening present, your lower face and neck anatomy and proportions, your skin quality and laxity and your aesthetic goals. We assess your lower face and neck as a whole — considering the muscular, volumetric and skin quality changes present together — to ensure that your Nefertiti lift plan is precisely aligned with your individual anatomy and forms part of a comprehensive and appropriately considered lower face and neck rejuvenation approach.
2. Personalised Treatment Planning
Based on your assessment, a personalised Nefertiti lift treatment plan is developed — recommending the appropriate injection points, dosing and technique for your individual platysma anatomy, lower face and neck concerns and aesthetic goals. Where complementary treatments — such as jawline filler, chin enhancement, bio-remodelling, biostimulator treatments, skin needling or the Glass Facial — would further support and enhance your Nefertiti lift result, your registered nurse will discuss the most appropriate and beneficial combination approach for your individual lower face and neck.
3. Professional Nefertiti Lift Treatment
Your Nefertiti lift is performed with precision, expertise and genuine care by your registered nurse — with every injection point and dose decision made with a thorough understanding of your individual lower face and neck anatomy and a deep commitment to the most natural, lifted and elegantly refined result possible. Your comfort and safety are the absolute priority throughout and your registered nurse will ensure you feel completely informed and at ease from start to finish.
4. Treatment Review and Ongoing Maintenance
A review appointment is scheduled following your Nefertiti lift — allowing your registered nurse to assess your results and address any refinements that may further optimise your lower face and neck outcome. Regular maintenance treatments are required to sustain the lifting and defining effect of the Nefertiti lift — typically every three to four months — with consistent treatment helping to maintain and progressively improve the lower face and neck contour over time. We provide continued support, treatment reviews and recommendations at every stage of your Nefertiti lift journey.
