Brow lift in Istanbul. From £2,500.
Forehead and brow lifting at JCI-accredited hospitals, alone or alongside eyelid surgery.
Brow lift in Istanbul: what to expect
A brow lift raises a low or drooping brow and softens forehead lines, giving a more rested look. The surgeon works through small incisions hidden in the hairline, sometimes with an endoscope, or through a longer incision in the hairline, depending on your anatomy.
A low brow often contributes to a heavy upper eyelid. For this reason a brow lift is commonly planned together with eyelid surgery, and your surgeon decides which one, or both, will give the result you want.
UK private clinics publish £5,495–£7,395 on one provider. Your Istanbul quote names the technique so you can compare directly.
Who it is for
- Adults with a low or drooping brow or deep forehead lines
- Good general health and a realistic view of the change surgery can make
- Awareness that hairline position and hair thickness affect the choice of incision
- Non-smokers, or patients prepared to stop before and after surgery as advised
- Airport transfers in Istanbul
- Hotel accommodation near the hospital
- A professional interpreter at your appointments
- Coordination with the hospital from enquiry to discharge
- English-language discharge documentation, sent to your GP on request
How it works
Enquiry and quote
Tell us what you want to change. You receive an itemised quote within 48 hours with a clear list of what is and is not included. The hospital and surgeon are confirmed in writing before you pay for treatment.
Remote assessment
You complete a medical questionnaire and share photographs. Your surgeon recommends a brow lift, eyelid surgery or both.
Surgery in Istanbul
Surgery is under general anaesthesia or sedation with local anaesthesia, as your surgeon advises.
Recovery and follow-up
You recover in Istanbul, attend post-operative checks and receive English-language operative notes and a discharge summary, sent to your UK GP on request.
Your timeline
- Within 48 hoursItemised quote, once we have your complete records or photographs.
- Usually within 2 weeks of confirmingYour surgery date, subject to the surgeon and hospital availability.
- ArrivalAirport transfer, hotel, and your meeting with the surgeon before the procedure.
- 5–7 daysThe procedure and post-operative checks. The surgeon confirms when you are fit to fly.
- At homeFollow your surgeon's guidance on activity, work and exercise. English-language documents go to your GP on request.
Risks and things to consider
All surgery carries risk. Your surgeon will go through these with you and the consent form will list them in full. They include:
- Bruising and swelling around the forehead and eyes that take one to two weeks to settle
- Scarring in or near the hairline, and hair thinning near incisions
- Numbness or tingling of the forehead and scalp, which can be prolonged
- Temporary or, rarely, permanent weakness of the muscles that raise the brow
- Asymmetry, an unnatural look or a result that relaxes over time
- Bleeding, infection and delayed healing
- Risks of anaesthesia and of blood clots, including after flying
Frequently asked questions
How much does a brow lift cost in Istanbul compared with the UK?
A brow lift in Istanbul starts from £2,500. One UK private provider lists £5,495–£7,395 (collected October 2026), a saving of roughly 55–65%. Your itemised quote states the technique and what is included.
Do I need a brow lift or eyelid surgery?
It depends on where the excess skin and the heaviness sit. A low brow can make the upper lid look heavy, in which case eyelid surgery alone may not give the change you want. Your surgeon decides after reviewing your photographs.
How long do the results last?
The brow can drift down again as the face ages. Results vary with the technique, your skin and your age. Your surgeon will give you an honest view.
How long is recovery and when can I fly home?
Most patients stay in Istanbul for 5–7 days, subject to surgeon clearance. Bruising and swelling usually take one to two weeks to settle. Follow your surgeon's instructions on positioning and activity, and move regularly on the flight.
What if I have a problem after I return?
Seek local medical care first if you need urgent help. The treating hospital remains responsible for agreed follow-up, and we help coordinate communication with them. We do not provide post-operative medical care. Ask before you commit whether revision surgery is covered and on what terms, and get the answer in writing.
Ready to find out what brow lift costs for you?
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Information for UK patients
What to know before you travel and after you return.
Flying home
Patients typically fly home 5–7 days after surgery, subject to surgeon clearance. Ask your surgeon about positioning and moving regularly on the flight. Ask your surgeon about compression stockings and moving regularly on the flight.
After you return
Operative notes, the discharge summary and any results are provided in English and forwarded to your UK GP on request. The treating hospital remains responsible for agreed follow-up. If you need urgent care at home, seek local medical help straight away. We can help coordinate communication with the hospital, but we do not provide post-operative medical care. Read what to do if something goes wrong.
Payment and cancellation
You pay no coordination fee. We are paid by the hospital you are treated at, and we tell you this upfront. Deposits, payment schedules and refund terms are set by the hospital and confirmed in writing in your quote before you pay anything. Cancellation terms are in your coordination agreement — see the brokerage agreement.
Travel insurance
Standard travel policies often exclude planned treatment and its complications, so check your cover and its exclusions before you travel. If you would like, we can introduce you to an FCA-authorised insurance provider offering medical-travel cover. We may receive a commission if you take out a policy. You are free to choose any provider, there is no obligation, and we do not give insurance advice.