Nefertiti Lift London

Nefertiti Lift at Volt Cartel

The Nefertiti Lift at Volt Cartel uses botulinum toxin type A placed along the inferior mandibular border and into the platysmal bands of the neck to reduce the downward pull of the platysma muscle and create a tighter, more defined jaw and neck appearance. The treatment targets the platysma’s depressor effect on the lower face — by relaxing the fibres that pull down on the mandibular border and skin, the natural elevators of the face create a modest but visible lifting effect at the jaw and neck.

The Nefertiti Lift is not a replacement for surgical lifting, and results are proportional to what muscle relaxation can achieve without structural tissue change. In suitable patients — typically those with early platysmal banding, a softening jaw-to-neck transition, and adequate skin elasticity — the treatment can meaningfully improve definition at the mandible and reduce the appearance of vertical neck bands. The outcome is assessed carefully at consultation to ensure it is appropriate for the patient’s anatomy.

Results typically last 10 to 14 weeks in the neck region, with individual variation based on muscle activity, dosage, and metabolism.

What the Nefertiti Lift can help with

The Nefertiti Lift may be considered for patients with visible platysmal bands at rest or during neck contraction, a softening or blurring of the jawline due to platysmal pull, early skin descent in the jowl and neck area caused by muscle downward traction, or a desire to improve the jaw-to-neck definition without surgery or filler. It may be combined with jawline filler in patients where soft-tissue support is also needed to define the mandibular border.

How the Nefertiti Lift is planned

At consultation, your clinician will ask you to activate the platysma by tensing the neck to visualise the muscle bands, assess the mandibular border from the front and in profile, and evaluate skin quality and elasticity. Patients with significant skin laxity or deep jowls may find that muscle relaxation alone has a limited effect, and your clinician will discuss this honestly rather than proceeding where the benefit would be minimal.

The injection plan typically involves points along the inferior jawline placed above and into the platysma margin, and along any visible bands in the anterior neck. Dosing is assessed individually based on the visibility and strength of the platysmal activity. A review at two to three weeks is standard after the first Nefertiti Lift treatment.

Suitability, safety, and treatment intensity

Important safety information (MHRA, 15 July 2026): Following rare reports of iatrogenic botulism, the MHRA strengthened its warnings for botulinum toxin products. Symptoms can occur from days up to four weeks after treatment — including difficulty swallowing, slurred speech, breathing difficulty, muscle weakness or severe drooping of an eyelid — and require immediate medical attention. Treatment should always be provided by a qualified medical professional using a product authorised for UK use.

The Nefertiti Lift is not suitable for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a neuromuscular condition, or have significant skin laxity in the neck and jaw area where muscle relaxation alone cannot produce a meaningful improvement. Patients with dysphagia or who have had previous neck surgery should discuss this at consultation. Botulinum toxin in the neck area is placed carefully to avoid affecting the muscles involved in swallowing (the infrahyoid group), which lie in close anatomical proximity to the platysma.

Clinicians at Volt Cartel are trained in neck anatomy and the safe delivery of botulinum toxin in this region. Dosing is conservative at the first appointment to allow the response to be assessed before the next treatment cycle. Suitability is confirmed at consultation, and your clinician will advise honestly if this treatment is not the most appropriate option for your concern.

What happens during the Nefertiti Lift

The appointment typically takes 20 to 30 minutes. Your clinician will mark the injection points along the mandibular margin and on visible platysmal bands before treatment begins. Botulinum toxin is injected using a fine needle at each point. The procedure involves mild sharp pressure at each injection site; most patients find the discomfort minimal given the fine needle used.

There is no significant downtime. Small raised areas at the injection sites resolve within 15 to 30 minutes. Mild soreness in the neck is possible for a day or two. The lifting effect develops gradually over two to three weeks and is reviewed at a follow-up appointment.

Results, courses, and maintenance

The Nefertiti Lift typically produces visible improvement in jaw definition and neck band appearance within two to three weeks in suitable patients. Results in the neck tend to last slightly less than facial botulinum toxin — typically 10 to 14 weeks — due to the higher movement demands on the platysma. A review appointment at two to three weeks assesses the outcome and informs the dose and plan for subsequent treatments.

Some patients combine the Nefertiti Lift with jawline filler or skin-quality treatments for a more comprehensive lower face and neck result. Your clinician will advise on what combination, if any, would add meaningful benefit for your individual anatomy.

Pricing: Nefertiti Lift pricing per session depends on the volume of product required and the areas being treated. A full quote is provided at your consultation.

How the Nefertiti Lift Compares to Alternatives

The Nefertiti Lift is often considered alongside neck filler and surgical necklift. The approaches differ in mechanism, invasiveness, and the patient profiles they suit best.

The Nefertiti Lift suits patients with early-to-moderate platysmal banding and good skin elasticity. For patients with pronounced skin laxity, a surgical assessment may be more appropriate. Your clinician will assess your anatomy and advise which approach — or combination of approaches — is likely to give the best outcome.

Why choose Volt Cartel in Shoreditch

The Nefertiti Lift requires an accurate understanding of platysmal anatomy and an honest assessment of how much improvement muscle relaxation alone can achieve for a given patient. At Volt Cartel, the consultation is the filter — patients for whom the result would be modest or unlikely to meet their goal are advised accordingly before treatment is confirmed.

The clinic is in Shoreditch, East London. Review appointments are included after every Nefertiti Lift treatment, and clinicians are available after your appointment if you have questions about your recovery or progress.

Doctor’s Note

The Nefertiti lift is one of the treatments where anatomical knowledge makes a significant practical difference — the platysmal bands of the neck vary considerably between patients, and the injection pattern needs to be adapted accordingly. When it works well, it softens jowling, improves the jawline-neck transition, and can reduce the downward pull on the lower face. The results are subtle but meaningful, and it pairs well with jawline filler for patients who want definition alongside lift.

— Dr Nino Rionidze, Lead Doctor & Clinic Manager, Volt Cartel Shoreditch