A mini facelift is a much less invasive procedure than a full facelift, meaning you won’t have to spend as long recovering. In fact, most patients require only a week off work before feeling well enough to return and use makeup to cover up any residual bruising. Most swelling won’t entirely resolve until after a month has passed, so it’s recommended that patients plan their mini facelift in advance, especially if they have an important social event. It’s important to give yourself at least eight weeks to recover fully.