Plastic surgery
Brow lift in Turkey: cost & complete guide
Medically reviewed by Dr. Mehmet Yılmaz
Quick answer
A brow lift (also called a forehead or temporal lift) raises a heavy, low or asymmetric eyebrow and softens forehead lines, opening up a tired-looking upper face. In Turkey a brow / temporal lift with SaluVista starts from £2,785 (≈ €3,285) as a guide, confirmed by an itemised quote after assessment. It is often paired with eyelid surgery.
- Best for a drooping or heavy brow, deep forehead creases, or a sad/tired expression, not a fix for eyelid skin alone.
- Main techniques: endoscopic (keyhole), temporal / lateral, and direct or coronal lifts, chosen to suit your face.
- Frequently combined with upper eyelid surgery when both the brow and lid contribute to hooding.
- Results are long-lasting but not permanent; no surgeon can guarantee an exact outcome.
In this guide
As the upper face ages, the eyebrows can settle lower, the forehead can crease, and the space between brow and lash can shrink, which reads as tired, stern or sad, even on a well-rested day. A brow lift gently repositions the brow and smooths the forehead to reopen that area. This guide explains, honestly, what the operation can and can't do, how it differs from eyelid surgery, the techniques involved, and how pricing works at SaluVista in Istanbul.
It's general information to help you prepare for a proper consultation. Not medical advice.
What a brow lift does
A brow lift (sometimes called a forehead lift or temporal lift) raises the position of the eyebrows and reduces the horizontal lines and frown creases of the forehead. The goal is a rested, natural look, not a permanently surprised one. A good result restores the brow to where it sat a few years earlier; it doesn't perch it artificially high.
It commonly helps with:
- A heavy or drooping brow that makes the upper eyelids look hooded.
- Deep forehead lines or persistent frown lines between the brows.
- An asymmetric brow, where one side sits lower than the other.
- A tired or angry resting expression caused by the brow position rather than the lids.
The most flattering brow lift is the one nobody can name. People should notice you look fresher, not that you've "had something done".
Brow lift or eyelid surgery — which do you actually need?
This is the single most important question, and it's easy to get wrong on your own. A brow lift works on the eyebrow and forehead above the eye; upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) removes loose skin from the eyelid itself. The catch is that a low, heavy brow pushes skin downward and can look exactly like excess eyelid skin. Trim only the lid, and a sagging brow can drag the result back down.
A careful surgeon examines how your brow, lid and forehead move together and works out whether you need one procedure, the other, or both. Many people are best served by a combined brow lift and eyelid surgery. It treats the cause, not half of it. That's a decision to make in person, not from a mirror selfie.
A quick self-check (not a diagnosis): in the mirror, gently lift your brow with a fingertip to its natural resting height. If your eyes open up and the hooding largely disappears, the brow may be the main issue. If skin still bunches on the lid, the eyelid is likely contributing too. Your surgeon confirms this properly.
The main techniques
There isn't one brow lift. There are several, chosen to match your hairline, forehead height, the amount of lift needed and where lines fall, and the surgeon selects the approach that gives the most natural result with the least conspicuous scarring.
Endoscopic brow lift
The most common modern approach. Through a few small incisions hidden within the hairline, the surgeon uses a tiny camera to release and reposition the brow tissue. It's less invasive, with short scars tucked in the hair, and suits many people with a moderate brow droop.
Temporal (lateral) brow lift
A more targeted lift focused on the outer third of the brow (the part that tends to fall first) through small incisions at the temples within the hairline. Ideal when it's mainly the tail of the brow that has dropped, often paired with eyelid surgery for a refreshed outer eye.
Direct or coronal lift
Older or more extensive techniques still have a place. A direct brow lift removes a strip of skin just above the brow (useful for very heavy brows or certain asymmetries), while a coronal lift uses an incision across the top of the scalp for a fuller forehead lift. Each involves different scar placement, which the surgeon weighs against your anatomy.
| Technique | Best for | Scar placement | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic | Moderate, overall brow droop | Small, within the hairline | Keyhole, less invasive |
| Temporal / lateral | Drooping outer brow tail | At the temples, in the hair | Targeted, often with eyelids |
| Direct | Very heavy brow / asymmetry | Just above the eyebrow | Precise, more visible line |
| Coronal | Fuller forehead reshaping | Across the scalp | More extensive |
Who it suits — and who it doesn't
A brow lift tends to suit people in reasonable general health, non-smokers or those able to pause smoking around surgery, with a genuinely low or heavy brow and realistic expectations. It's an especially good fit when brow position — not just eyelid skin — is driving a tired or heavy upper face.
It's not the right answer for everyone. If your concern is really loose eyelid skin, eyelid surgery alone may be enough. If forehead lines are dynamic and mild, non-surgical options a local practitioner offers might be more proportionate first. And a responsible surgeon will sometimes advise a smaller change, a different procedure, or no surgery at all: that honesty is a feature, not a setback.
A good surgeon sometimes says no, or "less". If a brow lift wouldn't meaningfully improve things (or a subtler approach would serve you better), you should hear that plainly, without pressure. Safety and a natural result come before doing more.
Recovery, week by week
Recovery is usually more about looking bruised than feeling unwell. Most people describe tightness, mild soreness and forehead numbness rather than severe pain, managed with simple medication. Swelling and bruising travel down toward the eyes, which is normal and settles over weeks to months. Here's a realistic staged picture. Yours will vary:
- Days 1–3: tightness across the forehead, swelling and bruising around the brows and eyes, some numbness. Rest with the head elevated.
- Week 1: the worst swelling begins to ease; any sutures or clips are typically reviewed or removed around this time. Many feel ready for gentle daily life.
- Weeks 2–3: most visible bruising fades, so a lot of people return to non-strenuous work and social life; forehead numbness may linger and gradually recovers.
- Weeks 4–6: back to most normal activity and light exercise as your surgeon advises, avoiding heavy lifting and straining until cleared.
- Months 2–6: the finer result settles as residual swelling resolves and scars fade; the truest picture is a few months out, not a few days.
Because SaluVista arranges care around a hospital stay in Istanbul, you'll have follow-up before you travel home and clear guidance for the healing months afterward.
Cost in Turkey
At SaluVista, a brow / temporal lift starts from £2,785 (≈ €3,285). Treat that as an honest guide "from" price, not a flat fee: the technique, whether one or both sides are treated, and any procedures combined on the same day all shape the final figure. You receive a transparent, itemised quote only after an individual assessment. No vague packages, no pressure.
Because the brow and eyelids so often work together, many patients ask about combining. For context, upper eyelid surgery starts from £1,315 and lower eyelid from £1,680 at SaluVista; a combined plan is quoted as one clear breakdown rather than a mystery bundle. If you're weighing the wider upper-face picture, our facelift cost guide and neck lift guide explain how those procedures (and their pricing) fit alongside a brow lift.
Every price on this page is a guide only. Your real cost is confirmed in a transparent, itemised quote after a qualified surgeon has assessed you, and a human, not an algorithm, makes the final call on what's appropriate.
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Facial aesthetic surgery is unforgiving of guesswork. Millimetres change an expression. At SaluVista, aesthetic facial work including brow and forehead surgery is led by Op. Dr. Caner K., a board-certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon whose aesthetic eye spans facial and body work. You can read more about him on our surgeons page.
The path is deliberately calm and honest: you speak with your surgeon before you travel, screening and booking happen in the SaluVista app, and a qualified human makes the final decision on whether (and how) to proceed. It's a good moment to reread the NHS guidance on choosing a cosmetic procedure and to note that professional bodies such as BAAPS stress unhurried decisions and a surgeon you trust. Explore the wider plastic surgery hub to see how a brow lift sits among our facial procedures.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a brow lift cost in Turkey?
At SaluVista a brow / temporal lift starts from £2,785 (about €3,285). That is an all-inclusive guide 'from' price, not a fixed quote — your final, itemised price is confirmed after an individual assessment, because the technique, whether one or both sides are treated, and any procedures combined on the same day all affect it.
What is the difference between a brow lift and eyelid surgery?
A brow lift repositions the eyebrow and smooths the forehead above the eye; upper eyelid surgery removes loose skin from the eyelid itself. A heavy, low brow can push skin down and mimic hooded lids, so a surgeon examines you to see whether you need one, the other, or both together. See our eyelid surgery guide.
How long does a brow lift last?
A surgical brow lift is long-lasting because it repositions tissue rather than relaxing muscle, but it does not stop ageing — the forehead and brow continue to change over the years. Results vary between individuals and no honest surgeon can guarantee an exact outcome or a fixed number of years.
Is a brow lift painful, and how long is recovery?
Most people describe tightness, mild soreness and forehead numbness rather than severe pain, controlled with simple medication. Swelling and bruising around the forehead and eyes are usual in the first one to two weeks and settle gradually; you avoid strenuous activity for a few weeks, with the finer result continuing to refine over the following months.
Will a brow lift leave a visible scar?
Scars are placed to be discreet — hidden within the hairline, at the temples, or just above the brow depending on the technique — and usually fade over months. Their exact position and healing depend on your anatomy, hairline and the method chosen, which your surgeon discusses with you before deciding.
Can a brow lift be combined with other procedures?
Yes — a brow lift is often combined with upper eyelid surgery, and sometimes with a facelift or facial fat transfer, when it is safe and appropriate for you. Combining is only sensible when a qualified surgeon judges it safe; safety and a natural, balanced result come before doing everything at once.
This article is general information, not medical advice, and does not replace a consultation with a qualified surgeon. Individual results and recommendations vary, and no specific aesthetic outcome can be guaranteed. Always discuss your options and risks with a medical professional.
