Platysmal Bands & Jawline · The Woodlands
Nefertiti Lift in
The Woodlands, TX
Define, don't distort. Strategic placement along the platysmal bands and jawline reduces downward pull, softening neck lines and refining the jawline for a lifted, lengthened look.
The Downward Pull
A balance of muscle, restored.
The Platysma is a broad, thin muscle that spans the neck and jawline. Over time, or with tension, it forms prominent platysmal bands, the vertical cords of the neck, and exerts a depressing force on the jawline.
As that downward pull grows stronger, it tugs the facial skin down and in, blurring the border between the jaw and the neck and aging the entire lower face.
What It Addresses
Relaxes the platysmal bands pulling the jawline down
Refines the border between the jaw and the neck
Softens the look of vertical neck cords
Preserves natural expression and movement
Natural Neurotoxin Artistry
A lifted, lengthened look, named for a queen.
Strategic Relaxation
Restoring balance to the jawline.
The goal is not a drastic transformation, but a refined, natural-looking enhancement that respects your individual anatomy, restoring the balance between the muscles that pull the face up and those that pull it down.
Along the lower jawline
Target: The portion of the Platysma that tugs the facial skin down and in
Result: Multiple small-dose injections are placed along the entire lower border of the mandible, weakening the downward tug and promoting a cleaner, sharper jawline contour.
Into the platysmal bands
Target: The vertical neck cords, assessed while the neck is tensed
Result: Direct injections relax the bands themselves, softening their appearance and reducing their overall downward pull, for a smoother, tighter-looking neck.
The Natural Outcome
Subtle lift, sharpened definition.
With the downward tension reduced, the untreated upward-pulling facial muscles gain relative dominance. The result is a subtle lifting effect on the lower face and cheeks, a smoother neck, and a more defined border between the jaw and the neck.
Combination Therapy
A holistic, natural rejuvenation.
For more advanced signs of aging, the lift is often combined with dermal filler along the chin or mandibular angle to restore structural volume, or with skin-tightening treatments to improve laxity and collagen density.
Your Visit
Assessed at rest and under tension.
Your consultation maps the Platysma along the jawline and into the neck, observing the bands both at rest and as you tense the neck, so placement is planned precisely for your anatomy.
The appointment itself takes only minutes, and results develop over one to two weeks as the downward pull softens and the lift emerges.
Common Questions
Nefertiti Lift FAQ
01What is the Nefertiti Lift?
It is a non-surgical contouring technique, named for the elegant, sharp jawline of the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti. Strategically placed neurotoxin injections along the lower border of the jaw and into the neck's platysmal bands reduce the downward pull on the lower face, allowing the upward-pulling muscles to gain dominance.
02How does it create a lift?
The Platysma is a broad, sheet-like muscle running from the chest up into the face. As it ages and contracts, it pulls the facial tissues downward. Relaxing it reduces that tension, so the untreated lifting muscles of the upper face subtly raise the jawline and neck for a tighter, more defined contour.
03Where exactly is it injected?
The artistry lies in dual-site placement: multiple small-dose injections along the entire lower border of the mandible, plus direct injections into the vertical neck cords that appear when the neck is tensed. This weakens the downward tug and softens the bands themselves.
04Will my neck still move naturally?
Yes. Dosing is conservative and strategically placed, relaxing only the downward-pulling portions of the Platysma. Natural expression, speech, and movement in the upper face remain completely intact.
05Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes. For more advanced signs of aging, such as significant jowling or volume loss, the lift is often paired with dermal filler along the chin or mandibular angle, or with skin-tightening treatments, for a holistic, natural rejuvenation.
Ready When You Are
Define, don't distort.
Schedule your visit, or call or text us at 936-776-6926 to talk it through first.