You worked hard to reach your weight loss goals. You feel lighter, healthier, and more confident in your body. But if you have looked in the mirror and noticed that your cheeks appear a bit hollow, your jawline feels less sculpted, or your face looks more tired than before, you are not alone.

The phrase “Ozempic face” has become a common way to describe facial changes that may appear after significant or rapid weight loss, especially in patients using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, or Zepbound®.

The good news is that there are thoughtful, natural ways to restore facial balance while honoring your weight loss success. At Ohara Dermatology, we focus on supporting facial structure, skin quality, and collagen health, not simply adding volume. Two of the most refined and effective options we offer are Ultherapy Prime® and Sculptra®.

These treatments help rebuild underlying support, gently lift the skin, and restore soft, youthful contours so your reflection feels aligned with how you feel inside.

What Does “Ozempic Face” Mean?

Although “Ozempic face” is not a medical diagnosis, it has become a widely used term to describe the loss of facial volume, support, and elasticity that can follow rapid weight loss.

As the body becomes leaner, facial fat pads shrink as well, particularly in areas that provide youthful structure and lift. When weight loss happens quickly, the skin may not have enough time to adapt, especially as collagen and elastin naturally decline with age.

Common changes include:

Hollowing of the cheeks, temples, and under-eye area
Flattening of the midface
Deepening of nasolabial folds and marionette lines
Softening of the jawline and early jowling
A more tired, gaunt, or aged appearance

Importantly, these changes are not caused by the medication itself, but by the physiologic effects of weight loss on facial anatomy.

Why Do These Facial Changes Happen?

Facial fat plays a crucial role in maintaining structure, lift, and contour. When weight is lost rapidly with GLP-1 agonists, the body loses fat globally, including in the face. At the same time, collagen and elastin production slows with age, reducing the skin’s ability to bounce back.

In younger years, facial volume naturally supports the skin from within. With time or accelerated weight loss, that internal scaffolding diminishes, allowing gravity and skin laxity to become more visible.

Clinical observations show that rapid weight loss can make some individuals appear several years older, not because of poor health, but because of reduced facial support.

How We Address the Effects of Ozempic Face: Ultherapy & Sculptra

At Ohara Dermatology, we take a measured, artistic, and medically grounded approach to facial rejuvenation after weight loss. Because every face changes differently, combining treatments often yields the most balanced and natural outcome.

Two of our most trusted options for addressing Ozempic Face are Ultherapy Prime® and Sculptra®.

Ultherapy Prime®: Lifting From Within

Ultherapy Prime® uses focused ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen production deep within the skin at the same foundational layers targeted in surgical lifting procedures, without incisions or downtime.

This treatment is ideal if you have noticed:

A softer jawline or early jowling
Mild to moderate skin laxity in the lower face or neck
Subtle sagging that cannot be corrected with volume alone
A preference for a non-surgical approach

Ultherapy works gradually, allowing collagen to rebuild naturally over several months. The result is a refined lift and firmer skin that looks subtle, elegant, and entirely your own.

2. Sculptra®: Volume, Structure & Collagen

Sculptra® is a biostimulatory injectable that works differently from traditional dermal fillers. Instead of immediately adding volume, it stimulates your body’s own collagen production to rebuild structural support over time.

Sculptra is especially beneficial for patients experiencing:

Hollow or flattened cheeks
Temple or midface volume loss
A sunken or fatigued appearance
Loss of firmness and skin thickness

As collagen gradually regenerates, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more resilient. Results develop slowly and naturally, making Sculptra an excellent choice for patients seeking long-term facial support rather than instant fullness.

Am I a Good Candidate?

You may be an excellent candidate for Ultherapy Prime®, Sculptra®, or a combination approach if you are experiencing:

Facial volume loss following weight loss
Skin that appears looser or less firm
Changes in facial contour or definition
A desire for natural-looking rejuvenation without surgery

During your consultation, Dr. Ohara Aivaz will carefully evaluate your facial anatomy, skin quality, and weight-loss timeline to design a treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

What Results Can You Expect?

Patients typically notice:

Improved facial fullness and contour
Softer facial folds and lines
Enhanced jawline definition
Firmer, more elastic skin
A refreshed appearance that reflects vitality rather than fatigue

When approached thoughtfully, results look balanced, proportional, and natural, helping your face reflect the health and confidence you have achieved.

Final Thoughts

Weight loss is a powerful and positive step toward better health. If facial changes have accompanied that journey, you have options.

At Ohara Dermatology, our goal is to support both your well-being and your confidence, using treatments that respect your natural features and evolve gracefully with you.

What Is ‘Ozempic Face’?