What is an Eyebrow Lift?
An eyebrow lift, also known as a brow lift or forehead lift, is a surgical procedure that raises the position of the eyebrows by tightening and repositioning the skin and soft tissue of the forehead. It is commonly used to treat drooping or asymmetric brows, forehead wrinkles and frown lines that create a tired or heavy appearance.
There are several techniques, including the endoscopic, temporal and coronal brow lift, and your surgeon will recommend the option best suited to your facial structure and goals. The procedure is usually performed as a day case under general or local anaesthesia with sedation, so most patients go home the same day.
Eyebrow Lift at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
At St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, we offer private eyebrow lift surgery in a calm and supportive environment. Our hospital is home to leading consultants with extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive facial procedures, including a wide range of brow lift techniques.
When you choose us for your brow lift, you can expect:
- Expert Consultants – Our surgeons are skilled in performing both traditional and minimally invasive brow lift procedures. They will take the time to understand your concerns and talk you through the available options, including the potential benefits of each brow lift treatment.
- Prompt Appointments – We offer quick access to consultations and surgery, helping you avoid long wait times and get back to feeling like yourself sooner.
- Comfortable, Modern Facilities – Your procedure will take place in a clean, high-quality environment supported by experienced surgical teams and attentive nursing care.
- Local and Accessible – Based in St John’s Wood (NW8), our hospital is easily accessible for patients from nearby areas including Kilburn (NW6) and Hampstead (NW3). Whether you’re seeking treatment for a sagging brow or planning combined facial procedures, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
We aim to provide a thoughtful and personal approach, helping you feel confident and well looked after throughout your brow lift journey.
Who is a brow lift suitable for?
A brow lift may be appropriate if you:
- Have eyebrows that have dropped with age, giving a tired, heavy or sad appearance
- Have asymmetric brows that affect your expression or confidence
- Have forehead wrinkles or deep frown lines between the brows that have not responded to non-surgical treatments
- Have drooping brows that cause excess skin to fold over the upper eyelids
- Are in good overall health and a non-smoker, or willing to stop smoking before surgery
A brow lift is often combined with upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) for a more complete result. Your consultant will assess your suitability and discuss all options during your initial consultation.
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How much does a private eyebrow lift cost?
from £525*
The cost of a private eyebrow lift starts from £525* at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital.
*The price shown is an estimated guide to the hospital charges associated with your treatment from admission to discharge. Your final cost may vary depending on your individual clinical needs, the procedure performed, any additional treatments required, the type of implant/prosthesis used (where applicable), and the length of stay. This guide price excludes consultation fees, diagnostic tests, and professional fees charged separately by your surgeon, anaesthetist, and any other specialists involved in your care.
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Eyebrow lift (one side) |
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How to pay for your treatment
If you’re… paying for yourself
Did you know you don’t need private medical insurance to come to St John & St Elizabeth Hospital? As a self-pay patient, you can access safe, outstanding quality health care at times to suit you.
For scans and tests, as well as to see most consultants, you’ll still need to be referred by a medical professional like your GP, but as a self-pay patient, the process is more straightforward. You won’t need authorisation from an insurance provider, and you’ll have greater choice of consultant and appointment times.
If you’re… insured
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is approved by all major medical insurance companies. If you have a personal private health insurance policy, or your company provide it for you, you can use it to pay for your care from your initial consultation through to treatment, surgery and aftercare such as physiotherapy. Not all private health insurance plans cover the same things. It’s very important to check exactly what you are covered for with your insurance provider.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eyebrow Lift
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is located in St John’s Wood (NW8), easily accessible for patients from Hampstead (NW3), Kilburn (NW6) and across North and Central London.
By Tube: St John’s Wood station (Jubilee Line) is a 5-minute walk to and from St John & St Elizabeth Hospital.
By Bus: Routes 13, 46 and 113 stop near St John’s Wood Underground Station. Routes 139 and 189 stop on Abbey Road.
By Car: Finchley Road and Kilburn High Road provide direct routes from NW3 and NW6.
The duration depends on the technique used. An endoscopic or temporal brow lift typically takes one to two hours. A coronal brow lift may take longer. Most procedures are performed as a day case, so you can go home the same day, though you will need someone to collect you as you cannot drive after anaesthetic.
Most patients experience some swelling, bruising and tightness in the forehead for the first one to two weeks. You should plan to take at least one to two weeks off work, and avoid strenuous activity for four to six weeks. Numbness or tingling in the scalp is common and usually settles within a few months. Your surgeon will provide full aftercare instructions at your post-operative appointment.
Yes. A brow lift is commonly performed at the same time as upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) when drooping brows and excess upper eyelid skin are both contributing to a tired appearance. It can also be combined with other facial procedures. Your consultant will discuss whether a combined approach is suitable for you
Private brow lift surgery at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital starts from £525 for one side. This is a guide price covering hospital charges and excludes consultant and anaesthetist fees. Please contact our team or book a consultation for a personalised cost estimate based on your individual needs and chosen technique.