Male Browlift

Abstract

Aim and Background

This article reviews surgical techniques and considerations in the male browlift. Proper understanding of the subtle, gender specific details of browlifting procedures allows for optimal correction in men.

Techniques

Throughout the evolution of various browlifting techniques, certain ones have stood out for their ability to correct brow ptosis in various patients. Browlift techniques, including temporal, endoscopic, pretrichial, direct, and midforehead, are reviewed. Discussion of these techniques begins with a review of our brow rating scale, common considerations, and bilaminar browlift concepts. Additionally, adjunct procedures are discussed for optimization of browlift results.

Conclusion and Clinical Relevance

Mastery of male browlifting begins with an objective assessment of the brow, allowing proper technique selection for natural and masculine results.

Keywords

male browlift - brow ptosis - endoscopic browlift - bilaminar brow concepts - brow rating scale

Publication History

Received: 22 September 2025

Accepted: 24 September 2025

Accepted Manuscript online:
29 September 2025

Article published online:
10 October 2025

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