How do I avoid looking "overdone" after a facelift?

The key to natural facelift results is technique and surgeon selection. Here's what creates natural vs. "done" results: Avoid surgeons who primarily pull skin—this creates the windswept look. Modern techniques like deep plane facelifts lift the underlying muscle layer, allowing skin to drape naturally. The goal is to restore, not change, your appearance. Look for surgeons whose before/afters show people who look refreshed, not different. During consultation, express your desire for natural results explicitly. A good surgeon will discuss how they achieve this technically. Red flags include dramatic before/afters with obvious pulling, or surgeons who don't discuss technique.