Post-lifting side effects: ① mild redness: 24–48 hours, ② minor swelling: 1–3 days, ③ slight bruising: 5–10% of patients (resolves 5–7 days), ④ thread lifting may have temporary tightness/pulling sensation, ⑤ rare: thread visibility (resolves as collagen forms). Use ice packs first 24 hours, avoid heat 48 hours. Most patients return to work next day. More aggressive procedures (needle RF, threads) have longer recovery.