Ozempic Face: The Skinny on Facial Volume Loss
If you’ve been scrolling through beauty TikTok or reading the latest skincare news, chances are you’ve come across the term ‘Ozempic Face.’ This trending term has been popping up everywhere, referring to a surprising side effect of the weight loss and diabetes medication, Ozempic. While the medication has gained popularity for helping with weight management, some users are noticing an unexpected change: a more hollow, aged appearance to the face.
The Real Reason Your Cheeks Are MIA
Simply put, Ozempic Face is a term coined to describe the facial volume loss and sagging skin that can occur after significant weight loss, whether it’s from using Ozempic or other rapid weight loss methods. When the body sheds fat quickly, it doesn’t just happen around the waistline or hips; it impacts the face too. Those natural fat pads that give our faces a youthful, plump look start to diminish, leaving behind a sunken, more aged appearance.
"The change can be quite noticeable because it often happens so quickly," explains Dr. Kaplan. "When you lose weight, the first place it shows is usually in your face. It’s a classic case of having to choose between your face or your fanny. But with the right treatments, you don’t have to choose at all."
While achieving weight loss goals can be incredibly rewarding, it’s not uncommon to be caught off guard by how it can affect the skin, especially in the face. The good news? There are solutions to help rejuvenate and restore that youthful glow.
Bring Back the Bounce
When it comes to addressing Ozempic Face, a well-rounded skincare routine can make a significant difference. At Kaplan MD, we believe in combining hydration, collagen support, and skin rejuvenation to bring back that fresh-faced look.
Hydration is key when dealing with volume loss in the face. Dehydrated skin can exaggerate the hollow look of Ozempic Face, so opting for deeply hydrating products like our Cellular Rejuvenating Concentrate can help. This patented peptide and antioxidant formula plumps fine lines and wrinkles while delivering intense moisture. With a 50% concentration of high and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, it deeply hydrates and visibly plumps the skin, restoring a smooth, youthful appearance.
Collagen is another hero ingredient to incorporate into your routine. As we age, our natural collagen production slows down, and when paired with rapid weight loss, this can lead to skin laxity and a lack of firmness. Products like our Diamond Contour Collagen Boosting Hydration Crème. It helps to stimulate collagen synthesis, reducing fine lines and wrinkles while delivering powerful anti-aging benefits to restore youthful radiance.
When Skincare Needs a Sidekick
While high-quality skincare can make a big impact, sometimes your skin might need a bit of extra support. Professional treatments like dermal fillers, microneedling, and radiofrequency therapies can offer more dramatic results by restoring volume, boosting collagen, and tightening the skin.
"We’re seeing a surge in the popularity of fillers for addressing fat loss in the temple and cheek areas," says Dr. Kaplan. "The right filler placement can restore lost volume, lift the skin, and bring back a youthful contour without looking overdone."
Fillers can add volume back to areas like the cheeks and under-eye hollows, giving the face a fuller, more youthful appearance. When combined with a good skincare regimen, fillers can provide a balanced and natural-looking result.
Microneedling and radiofrequency treatments work by stimulating the skin’s natural collagen production. They’re great for improving skin texture, minimizing fine lines, and giving the skin a tighter, smoother look.
