Ozempic Face refers to the facial volume loss and skin laxity that can occur after rapid weight loss with medications like Ozempic or Wegovy. At Beverly Hills Sculptress, Shea Denmark, PA-C, offers a customized, multi-modality approach to restore balance and definition, which may include facial balancing with dermal fillers, collagen stimulation with Sculptra, skin tightening with Sofwave™, and skin rejuvenation with BBL HERO® and BBL HEROic™.
What causes Ozempic Face?
Ozempic Face is a term used to describe the hollowed, sagging facial appearance that can result from rapid weight loss due to GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. As the body sheds fat quickly, facial volume diminishes, particularly in the cheeks, temples, and under-eyes, causing skin to appear loose, gaunt, or prematurely aged. While the weight loss is intentional, the facial effects can be distressing. Fortunately, advanced aesthetic treatments can restore volume, firmness, and contour for a more refreshed look.
Facial balancing (HA fillers & Sculptra)
Facial balancing is essential for correcting the hollowed and uneven appearance often seen in the Ozempic Face. Using hyaluronic acid-based fillers, such as Juvéderm, and biostimulators like Sculptra, Shea strategically restores volume to the cheeks, temples, jawline, and under-eye areas. Hyaluronic acid instantly plumps and hydrates depleted tissue, while Sculptra boosts collagen over time for gradual, long-lasting improvement. This approach rebuilds youthful contours and symmetry to counteract the effects of rapid weight loss.
Skin tightening (Sofwave)
Ozempic can cause lax, sagging skin on the face due to the sudden loss of facial fat. To address this, Sofwave uses SUPERB™ ultrasound technology to tighten and firm skin by stimulating deep collagen regeneration. The ultrasound energy penetrates precisely into the mid-dermis, triggering neocollagenesis, the natural rebuilding of collagen fibers that support skin structure. This leads to improved skin elasticity and a lifting effect, particularly along the jawline, cheeks, and neck, helping you regain firmness and definition.
Skin rejuvenation (BBL HEROic)
Patients who use Ozempic often experience dullness, uneven texture, and visible signs of aging, alongside volume loss. BBL HEROic provides skin rejuvenation using broadband light energy to improve tone and texture. These IPL treatments penetrate deep into the skin to correct pigmentation irregularities and redness while stimulating fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elastin. The result is a brighter, smoother complexion with enhanced skin firmness, restoring not only shape but also radiance and vitality.
Ozempic Face FAQs
Is Ozempic Face permanent?
The effects are not technically permanent, but without treatment, the changes can persist over time. Once facial volume is lost, the skin often lacks the elasticity to “bounce back,” especially with age. Aesthetic treatments like Sofwave and BBL HEROic can restore lost volume.
Can Ozempic Face be prevented?
While not entirely preventable, gradual weight loss, strength training, and good skincare can minimize the severity. Monitoring volume loss early enables proactive treatment to support collagen production and maintain facial structure.
How long do the results last?
Dermal fillers may last 6-18 months, depending on the product used. Sculptra provides gradual improvement over several months and can last up to two years. Sofwave and BBL treatments stimulate long-term collagen growth and may require maintenance treatments, typically once or twice a year, to maintain a consistently youthful appearance.
Is there downtime with treatment?
Most treatments have minimal to no downtime. Fillers may cause slight swelling or bruising for a few days. Sofwave and BBL typically involve mild redness that subsides within hours to a day.
When should I start treatment?
It’s best to begin as soon as volume loss or skin laxity becomes noticeable. Early intervention yields the most natural-looking results.
Meet the Beverly Hills Sculptress
Beverly Hills Sculptress is led by Shea Denmark, an aesthetic injector and facial balancing specialist known for her artistry and advanced techniques. With a deep understanding of facial anatomy and collagen science, Shea offers personalized treatments for Ozempic Face that restore volume, tighten skin, and enhance natural beauty without overcorrection. Her signature approach combines numerous techniques to ensure elegant, undetectable results. Schedule a consultation today to restore your youthful glow with expert care.
