Neurotoxin-based treatment that relaxes the muscle pull just below the jawline —
restoring shape & ease through the lower face and neck.
Jawline Definition: Nefertiti Neck Lift
Price:*
from $250 | member pricing from $200
Time in Chair:
15-30 minutes includes facial mapping and jawline assessment and numbing if needed
Downtime:
none
Visible Effects:
Subtle softening starts at 3–5 days; full result by day 10–14
Duration:
Typically maintained every 3–4 months. Duration varies based on your muscle activity, genetics, skincare, and lifestyle — and how your skin responds over time.
Sequencing & Timing:
Often performed in a 3-peel series spaced 4–6 weeks apart for melasma or chronic pigment. Maintenance may be recommended every 4–6 months.
*Per-unit pricing is available (minimum 40 units) — whether you're combining multiple areas or building a fully customized plan. We'll always guide you toward the most efficient and cost-effective option
Where you’ll see the difference
Along the jawline, where definition is starting to blur
Just under the chin, where softening or collapse is reshaping your lower face
In the lower face, where muscle tension adds visible heaviness
What it is
Certain muscles in the neck can start to pull downward — subtly dragging the jawline, adding tension, and shifting balance in the lower face.
The Nefertiti Neck Lift is a quick, injectable treatment that gently eases this muscular pull. The result? A more defined jawline, less visible strain through the lower face, and a natural sense of ease that reads as lighter, softer, and more composed.
How it works
This treatment gently softens the upper portion of the platysma — a thin, sheet-like muscle that can pull down on the jawline and reshape the lower face. By using precise placement of neurotoxin, we relax the most active muscle fibers just below the jaw, reducing the downward tension that adds strain, heaviness, or blur.
It doesn’t lift tissue or fill volume — but by minimizing this muscular drag, it helps restore visual ease and definition through the jawline and neck, especially in motion or during expression.
What to expect
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We’ll start by talking through your goals and evaluating how your neck muscles interact with the lower face. Come with a clean jaw and neck area — or we’ll gently cleanse it in studio.
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Small amounts of neurotoxin are placed just below the jawline and into the upper platysma using a tiny needle. Most people feel only a quick pinch — it’s fast, precise, and doesn’t require numbing.
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You might notice mild tightness or sensitivity for a few minutes. The softening begins around day 3–5, with full results visible by day 10–14. Effects fade gradually and can be maintained every few months. We’ll guide you through exactly when to come back — and what supports your results between visits.
Supporting your results
Because the neck and jawline are so connected, lifting one area often changes how the other shows up. In your pre-treatment conversation, we’ll talk through what this means in the context of your goals. Below are treatments that may complement a Nefertiti Neck Lift — from options that enhance overall balance to reinforcements that help your results look sharper, last longer, and influence how this area continues to age over time.
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→DermalFiller— used in nearby areas like the jawline or décolletage to restore soft volume, reinforce contour, or fill in etched lines that no longer respond to collagen stimulation alone
→Neurotoxins— reduces muscle tension (e.g., platysma pull or lower face stress) that can interfere with collagen’s ability to lift and smooth the neck/chest
→Threads for Structural Lift — for select clients with advanced laxity, threads may help reposition skin once elasticity has been restored by Sculptra or Radiesse
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→Lower Face Neurotoxin Smoothing — targets downward muscle pull around the chin and mouth that can compete with the jawline refinement created here.
→Platysmal Band Smoothing — relaxes visible neck cords that sometimes pull against the softness or structure this treatment restores
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Incorporating well formulated peptides, retinoids and a mineral-based SPF into your daily routine can help optimize the results, and even increase the longevity of your lift. Below are the products we reach for:
→SkinBetter Techno Neck Perfecting Cream
→Any SPF from the Colorescience Sunforgettable or SkinBetter SunBetter lines
Frequently asked questions
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The Nefertiti Lift focuses on subtle muscle pull just beneath the jawline — not the vertical cords that protrude when you speak or strain (that’s what platysmal band treatment is for).
And it’s different from “tech neck” too — which refers to horizontal neck lines caused by folding, posture, or movement over time. Those often require skin-focused treatments like resurfacing, collagen-stimulation, or filler, depending on what’s contributing to the lines.
This treatment is designed to relax the upward-pulling muscles that can reshape the jawline and add heaviness through the lower face — creating a more composed, lifted appearance in motion.
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The Nefertiti Lift happens in the neck — but it’s chosen because of how it can affect the jawline above. When downward muscle pull is the reason your jawline looks less defined or feels heavier, relaxing those muscles can ease that drag and subtly refine your shape.
It doesn’t tighten skin or carve sharp angles — and it’s not a substitute for filler or skin tightening. But it does make a visible difference for the right candidate, especially in motion or under strain.
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The Nefertiti Neck Lift can absolutely shine on its own — especially when muscular pull is the main issue reshaping the jawline or lower face.
Scenarios where pairing is recommended include complex neck tension, etched-in lines, or when we identify platysmal bands as the more prominent concern. These concerns often overlap, and it’s our role to help clarify what each treatment does — and whether combining them makes sense. You’ll always know what we recommend, what’s not necessary, and why — before anything is done.
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No — the Nefertiti Lift only targets the platysma, a superficial muscle that affects facial appearance, not function. It does not control chewing or speech.
That said, as with all neurotoxin treatments, there’s a rare risk of unintended spread — which is why placement and dosage are carefully calibrated by experienced hands.
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Yes, but expect some visible flaking or shedding starting around day 3. Many clients plan the peel for a time when they can go makeup-free or wear a mask if needed.
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You’ll need to avoid makeup for at least 24 hours post-treatment. Once peeling begins, we recommend keeping skin clean and hydrated, avoiding makeup until flaking subsides to prevent interference with the healing process.
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Many clients see strong results from one peel—but for deeper pigment issues, we often recommend a series of 2-3.
Your provider will guide you based on your skin response, history, and goals. maintenance peels 1-2 times a year can help keep pigment in check long-term.