Why More Men Are Choosing Facelifts: The Rise of Male Facial Rejuvenation
For decades, facelifts were thought of as a procedure reserved for women. Today, that perception is rapidly changing. According to a recent Guardian article, there has been a significant rise in facelifts among men and younger patients—especially men in their 40s and 50s.
This growing trend reflects shifting beauty standards, the influence of social media visibility, and new aesthetic challenges brought on by rapid GLP-1 weight loss with medications like Ozempic® and Wegovy®.
Why Men Are Turning to Facelifts
Social Media & Professional Visibility
In today’s digital age, men are constantly being photographed, recorded, and video-conferenced. Whether for business or personal branding, many men want to project a refreshed, youthful, and confident appearance.
Weight Loss Drug Aftereffects
Fast forward to today, and the risks are even clearer. A recent NY Post article highlighted “awake BBL horror stories” including:
• Surgeons cutting corners on credentials and training
• Patients experiencing pain, anxiety, and unsafe conditions mid-surgery
• Serious complications like bleeding, fat necrosis, and deformities
Even board-certified experts interviewed for the article said they would never perform an awake BBL due to the lack of safety controls.
Related read: GLP-1 Weight Loss & Loose Skin: Renuvion Scarless Body Contouring.
Evolving Attitudes Toward Plastic Surgery
The stigma surrounding male cosmetic surgery has declined significantly. Today, men view facelifts not as vanity, but as self-care—a way to match how they feel on the inside with how they look on the outside.
Long-Lasting, Natural Results
Modern facelift techniques reposition deep facial tissues rather than simply tightening skin.
For men, this means:
• Masculine, natural results
• Defined jawlines
• Enduring improvements without looking “overdone”
Key Benefits of a Male Facelift
• Restores a defined jawline and neck contour
• Corrects jowls and sagging skin
• Improves midface hollowing and volume loss
• Boosts confidence in social and professional settings
• Can be combined with eyelid surgery, fat transfer, or laser resurfacing for a full facial rejuvenation
Why This Trend Is Growing
The rise of the male facelift represents a cultural shift.
Men are:
• Embracing self-care
• Investing in their appearance as much as women
• Seeking board-certified surgeons who specialize in natural, masculine results
Once considered a female-focused procedure, the facelift has now become a core option for men wanting to look as energetic and vibrant as they feel.
Dr. John Burns: Dallas Expert in Male Facelifts
With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. John L. Burns Jr. is among the most trusted facelift surgeons in Dallas and across North Texas.
• Recognized by Newsweek, D Magazine, and Texas SuperDoctors®
• Thousands of facelifts performed—including a growing number of male patients
• Known for results that are natural, balanced, and long-lasting
At his practice, 9201 Park Plastic Surgery, Dr. Burns offers:
• A private, AAAASF-accredited surgical center
• On-site JOLA DALLAS for adjunct treatments
• Personalized care with precision and artistry tailored to each patient
Final Thoughts
Facelifts are no longer just for women. With changing beauty standards, the rise of social media, and the effects of rapid GLP-1 weight loss, more men are choosing facial rejuvenation than ever before.
For men in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, a facelift offers sharper features, restored youthfulness, and renewed confidence.
✨ Schedule your consultation with Dr. John Burns, MD, FACS in Dallas, TX, to learn how a facelift can help you achieve natural, masculine results.
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