Ozempic Face: The Unexpected Side Effect of Rapid Weight Loss (And How We Treat It Without Surgery)
- Perola Padilha Clinica & Spa
- Jan 9
- 2 min read
Lost the weight but feel like you’ve aged in the face? Discover why "Ozempic Face" happens and how our regenerative protocols can restore your youth naturally.
The rise of Semaglutide medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy) has revolutionized weight loss journeys worldwide. At Pérola Padilha Clinic, we celebrate your health achievements. However, many patients come to us with a common concern after hitting their goal weight: "I love my new body, but my face looks tired, hollow, and saggy."
This phenomenon has a name: Ozempic Face.
But contrary to popular belief, the solution isn't just to fill the face with injections. Here is the science behind what is happening to your skin and how we treat it using advanced regenerative aesthetics.
What exactly is "Ozempic Face"?
Rapid weight loss affects the entire body, including the face. Our facial structure relies on fat pads to maintain its youthful shape, cushion the skin, and keep everything "lifted."
When you lose weight very quickly, these facial fat pads deplete suddenly. The result is a loss of structural support. The skin, which was previously stretched over a fuller face, now has nowhere to go. This leads to:
A hollowed appearance around the eyes and temples.
More pronounced nasolabial folds (smile lines).
Sagging along the jawline (jowls).
A general loss of skin elasticity ("crepey" skin).
The Mistake: Treating it with "Over-Filling"
The instinct for many practitioners is to replace the lost fat with Dermal Fillers immediately. While fillers have their place, using them as the only solution for massive volume loss often leads to an unnatural, "puffy" look—known as the Pillow Face.
At Pérola Padilha Clinic, with over 15 years of experience in aesthetics, I advocate for a different approach: Regeneration before Volumization.
Our Protocol: The Structural Reset
We don't just want to camouflage the problem; we want to fix the structure of your skin. Our exclusive protocol for post-weight loss recovery focuses on two pillars: Skin Quality and Skin Tightening.
1. Biological Regeneration (The "Soil")
Before we lift, we must repair the skin quality. We use powerful biostimulators likePDRN (Polynucleotides)andExosomes.
These treatments work at a cellular level to:
Repair the DNA of damaged cells.
Thicken the dermis.
Restore natural elasticity and glow.
2. High-Tech Tightening (The "Anchor")
Once the skin quality is improved, we use technology to "glue" the skin back to the muscle.
HIFU 12D: Our exclusive high-intensity focused ultrasound targets the SMAS layer (the same layer surgeons target in a facelift) to contract and lift the tissues.
Radiofrequency Microneedling: This stimulates massive collagen production to tighten lax skin and improve texture.
Conclusion: Match Your Face to Your New Body
You worked hard for your weight loss results; you deserve a face that reflects that vitality.
At Pérola Padilha Clinic & Spa, as pioneers of Brazilian Aesthetics in Ireland, we combine the best European technology with specialized techniques to restore your confidence.
If you are experiencing signs of facial laxity after weight loss, book a consultation with us. Let’s create a personalized plan to lift, firm, and rejuvenate your natural beauty.