Clinical comparison · Reviewed by Dr Ahmed Haq
Laser Fibre Lift vs Endolift® — the head-to-head clinical comparison
Both procedures insert an optical fibre under the skin to lift and tighten without surgery. The difference is what comes down that fibre. This is the doctor-led comparison, no marketing spin.
The short answer
Both treatments use the same core principle — intra-tissue laser fibre delivery. Endolift® (1G) uses a single 1470nm wavelength. Laser Fibre Lift at Cosmedocs uses XL Endolaser — the 2G dual-wavelength approach combining 980nm + 1470nm through one 200µm micro-fibre. If your concern is combined jowl / double chin / skin laxity, the 2G approach is clinically stronger in one pass. For pure micro-tightening, both are effective.
Side-by-side: Endolift® (1G single-wave) vs Laser Fibre Lift — XL Endolaser (2G dual-wave)
| Attribute | Endolift® (1G single-wave) | Laser Fibre Lift — XL Endolaser (2G dual-wave) |
|---|---|---|
| Common name | Endolift® | Laser Fibre Lift / XL Endolaser |
| Technology generation | 1G (c. 2015) | 2G (dual-wavelength) |
| Wavelengths delivered | 1470nm | 980nm + 1470nm |
| Number of tissue targets | 1 (water/collagen) | 2 (adipose + collagen) |
| Fibre size | 200–300µm | 200µm micro-fibre |
| Anaesthesia | Topical + local | Topical + local |
| Insertion points per zone | 1–2 | 1 |
| Typical downtime | 2–3 days | 2–3 days |
| Onset of visible lift | 3–6 weeks | 3–6 weeks |
| Full result | 3–6 months | 3–6 months |
| Longevity (single session) | 12–18 months | 18–24 months |
| Ideal candidate | Mild laxity, minimal fat | Laxity + jowl / sub-mental fat |
| Delivered by | Varies | Doctor-led (Lead Trainer) |
| Regulatory (UK) | CE-marked | UKCA + CE |
| Typical cost per zone (UK) | £1,500–£3,500 | From £450 |
When we choose Endolift® (1G single-wave)
Choose Endolift® 1G if you're already established with an Endolift®-branded provider whose results and after-care you trust, and your concern is purely fine skin tightening without an adipose component. It's a proven, well-documented technology.
When we choose Laser Fibre Lift — XL Endolaser (2G dual-wave)
Choose Laser Fibre Lift (XL Endolaser 2G) when the treatment plan needs to address BOTH skin laxity AND small pockets of stubborn fat — most commonly double chin, jowls, pre-jowl sulcus and early neck laxity. The dual-wavelength approach handles both in one insertion point, doctor-led, at a lower price point.
The Cosmedocs view
They're the same family of treatment — Endolift® was the pioneer, Laser Fibre Lift with XL Endolaser is the second-generation evolution. For most UK patients over 35 asking about laser fibre lifting, the 2G approach delivers more per pass. If you're comparing quotes for London, the price gap alone (£450 vs £1,500+ per zone) makes the 2G route worth a consultation before you commit.
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Frequently asked
Is Laser Fibre Lift the same as Endolift®?
They belong to the same treatment family and use the same intra-tissue laser fibre principle. Endolift® is the branded 1G device (1470nm only). Laser Fibre Lift at Cosmedocs — delivered as XL Endolaser — is the 2G dual-wavelength (980nm + 1470nm) evolution of the same idea.
Which lasts longer, Laser Fibre Lift or Endolift®?
Both build results over 3–6 months and last 18–24 months typically. Our audit shows marginally longer retention on the 2G dual-wavelength protocol because deeper adipose remodelling reduces re-descent of overlying tissue.
Why is Laser Fibre Lift cheaper?
1G Endolift® pricing has historically included branded-device licensing. The 2G XL Endolaser protocol is delivered on independently certified equipment, so the fee reflects clinical cost more closely — from £450 per zone versus £1,500+ for legacy Endolift® in the UK.
Can Laser Fibre Lift treat a double chin better?
Yes — this is the strongest case for 2G over 1G. The 980nm channel remodels the sub-mental adipose pocket while 1470nm tightens the overlying skin, in a single pass. 1G Endolift® can improve the skin envelope but has limited effect on the underlying fat.
Is Laser Fibre Lift safe?
Yes. Both wavelengths have decades of published safety data (980nm from endovenous surgery, 1470nm from intra-dermal tightening). The device carries UKCA and CE marks. At Cosmedocs it is delivered doctor-led by Dr Ahmed Haq, Lead Trainer for laser fibre lifting at the Harley Street Institute, with a 3-month clinical review included in every treatment.