If you’re one of the estimated 15 million people on weight loss medications—or have found success losing weight in other ways—we applaud you on your journey to a healthier you!¹ There are so many positives to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, yet, with rapid or dramatic weight loss, there can be side effects that might alter one’s appearance in other ways. You may notice facial sagging, volume loss, or a hollow appearance—similar to what happens with premature aging—often referred to as “Ozempic face.” Not exactly what you want to see after working so hard to look and feel your best!
Fortunately, there are transformative treatments available to help address loose skin, redefine facial contours, restore a more youthful appearance, and so much more. At PRFCT, our treatments and products can help defy the negative aesthetic changes that can be associated with weight loss and bring the focus back to your newfound health and well-being.
Why do we have more sagging skin after weight loss?
The inner workings of the skin are made up of powerful proteins with many jobs to do. Two of those proteins are collagen—which strengthens the skin’s structure—and elastin—responsible for keeping skin tight. If the body gains additional weight, especially if the weight stays on for an extended period of time, collagen and elastin fibers can become stretched and damaged, making it difficult for the proteins to retract when excess weight is lost. Once this occurs, it can cause skin to weaken and sag.
Additionally, significant weight loss in a short period of time can result in a depletion of essential nutrients and fatty acids—resulting in thinner, duller skin. Note - an example of this would be losing 35 pounds or more within six months or less.
Which aesthetic treatments can improve post-weight loss facial sagging and volume loss?
Sculptra is an injectable formulated with a biocompatible synthetic substance called Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA), designed to stimulate collagen growth and gradually rebuild the foundation of skin from within. Following weight loss, Sculptra can restore facial volume and firmness over time for tighter, more supple voluminous skin. While results vary by individual, the rejuvenating effects typically last two years.
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- Sculptra
- 1 Vial $850; 2 Vials $1600; 3 Vials $2250; 4 Vials $2900
- 1 Vial $850; 2 Vials $1600; 3 Vials $2250; 4 Vials $2900
Microneedling and Radiofrequency Microneedling
When it comes to skin rejuvenation, microneedling is one of the best ways to tighten and lift targeted areas of the face and body without surgery. Also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, microneedling utilizes a handheld device to penetrate the skin with tiny, thin needles, creating “micro-injuries” that boost skin into repair mode. Skin needling can be used on the face, neck, abdomen, back, and other areas to stimulate a cascade of new collagen and elastin production, which in turn can lead to firmer, tighter, lifted skin—reversing those changes to sagging skin after weight loss! Radiofrequency microneedling is often the treatment of choice for body areas such as the tummy, arms, and legs. Read more about the differences between traditional and RF microneedling here.
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Collagen P.I.N.
Fun fact ~ the Collagen P.I.N. is the only FDA approved microneedling device that holds a 36-needle cartridge with triple the power of other microneedling devices for a greater skin repair response and improved results.
- Face - $465 | Package of 3 - $1200
- Add-on Areas (ie neck, chest)- $75/Each
Radiofrequency Microneedling with the Pixel8-RF
A top-tier RF microneedling system known for delivering dramatic results with minimal discomfort and downtime.
- Face - $800 | Package of 3 - $2040
- Add-on Areas (ie neck, chest) - $175
- Body Areas - starting at $500
Want to elevate your skin tightening results? Our PixiE Device Stack combines the transformative benefits of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling with Erbium YAG laser therapy to gently resurface the skin and reveal a smoother, brighter and more radiant complexion.
- PixiE Face $1200 single | $3050 Package of 3
- Neck/Chest Add-on Areas $300/each
- Chest OR Neck Only $500/each
Decreased facial volume and hollowness are very common after losing weight, especially in the cheeks, jawline, lips, and temples after deep fat loss. To restore lost support in the face, dermal fillers formulated with hyaluronic acid can be an effective, instant fix to plump up a sunken appearance. Typically, results from fillers can last up to two years, depending on the type of filler used and the injection location.
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Juvederm, Restylane, and Revance RHA
- Filler pricing starts at $750. Special pricing is available for multi-syringe treatments.
Combat the effects of sagging after weight loss with a PDO Thread Lift for an instantly lifted facial appearance. Dissolvable PDO (polydioxanone) lifting threads can be used for a global enhancement of the face with particularly amazing results for the look of the cheeks, jawline, and jowls. Generally, thread lifts can result in a more lifted appearance that lasts on average of one year.
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- PDO Thread Lift
- Starting at $3400
- Starting at $3400
Don’t underestimate the power of OTC treatments for tightening and firming facial skin as well! One of the most effective treatments is a daily medical-grade skin care lineup that contains retinoids. At PRFCT, we’ve been blown away by the results of SKIN CEO—a supercharged resurfacing retinol serum with collagen-stimulating exosomes to enhance skin tone, texture, and collagen production in one bottle.
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Skin CEO Retinol Serum
- $185 0.5% strength | $209 1.0% strength
If you’ve lost weight and are experiencing these changes or are still losing weight and want to get ahead of potential side effects, contact PRFCT today to schedule a consultation!
