Microneedling vs Endolift: Which Is Better for Skin Lifting and Lower Face Ageing?

As we age, one of the first areas to show visible changes is the lower face and neck. Fine lines and skin texture may appear in our 30s and 40s, but by the late 40s and beyond, many people begin to notice skin laxity, early jowling, or a softening jawline. At this stage, the question often arises: Which treatment is best for skin tightening without surgery?

Two popular options are Microneedling and Endolift, but they work in very different ways. Here is a clear comparison to help you decide which treatment is right for your stage of ageing.

What Microneedling Does (and When It Works Best)

Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment that uses tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. This stimulates collagen and elastin production, helping to improve:

• Fine lines

• Mild creasing

• Skin texture and tone

• Early signs of collagen loss

Microneedling is an excellent preventative treatment for those in their late 20s to early 40s, or anyone beginning to notice a slight softening of the skin. It improves firmness and skin quality, but it cannot lift heavier laxity or reposition sagging tissue, particularly around the jawline or neck.

What Endolift Does Differently

Endolift is a more advanced collagen-stimulating treatment designed for skin tightening and lifting, particularly along the jawline, jowls, and neck. Using a fine laser fibre inserted beneath the skin, Endolift:

• Tightens loose skin from within

• Reduces heaviness around the jawline

• Targets early jowls

• Recontours areas of mild sagging without surgery

It also stimulates long-term collagen production, meaning results continue to improve over the following months.

Where microneedling works on the surface, Endolift works at a deeper structural level.

Which One Is Right for You?

Many clients begin with microneedling in their 30s and 40s, then progress to Endolift when they are ready for more visible tightening.

Can They Be Combined?

Yes. In fact, I often recommend Microneedling as a maintenance treatment after Endolift to support fresh collagen production and improve surface texture while Endolift works on deeper structure.

When to Consider Endolift Over Microneedling

You may be ready for Endolift if:

• Your jawline is beginning to blur when you look side-on

• Makeup gathers in mild skin folds around the mouth

• You have loose or crepey skin under the chin or on the neck

• You pull your skin back in the mirror and prefer how it looks

If microneedling gives your skin a boost but no longer feels strong enough, Endolift is usually the next step.

Book a Consultation

At PureMed Aesthetics in Winslow, we offer both Microneedling and Endolift and will always advise on the most effective route based on the current condition of your skin. Whether you are in the early stages of ageing or ready for a more lifting-focused treatment plan, I can guide you through the best options for long-term results. Click here to book your consultation and begin your skin beautifying journey now!