What can I do to improve my tired face after weight loss?

Question

As a result of weightloss of hard work out I feel That my face looks tired and dragging down. What can I do for a more uplifted face?

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Weight loss can make the face look tired because it may reduce facial volume and reveal loose skin or mild descent in the cheeks, jawline, and neck. The best treatment depends on whether the main issue is volume loss, skin laxity, or true tissue descent, and that can only be judged accurately with an in-person exam.

If the face is mainly deflated, options such as fat grafting or carefully placed filler may help restore support and soften a tired look. If there is significant jowling, cheek descent, or neck laxity, a facelift or neck lift may give a more meaningful and durable lift than nonsurgical treatments. Skin treatments can improve texture, but they do not lift loose tissue very much. A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can examine your skin quality, facial volume, and neck/jawline laxity would help you choose between volume restoration, nonsurgical tightening, and surgical lifting.

Suleyman Tas, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Dear elena1200,
 As per your post you seem to be experiencing face laxity, meaning your skin is losing its firmness and tightness which could be due to many factors like pregnancies weight loss stress etc. In such a case a full-face lift is most beneficial for a permanent solution it would target neck, midface and temporal area. I would suggest to look into expert surgeons who deals in scarless endoscopic vertical facelift which would give you a natural look after full recovery. Moreover, scarless would mean that the lift incisions will be hidden in you hairline and after full recovery will be invisble to see. I recommend vertical facefiit so that you dont get a pulled or artificial look. Furthermore, fat injections is also a technique I would suggest for the areas around your mouth for any deep wrinkles or smile lines, it would greatly fill in the lack of volume. In addition, thses fat injections will treat yourt weak chin as this will harmonize your side profile. 
Best Regards, 
TAS TEAM

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting your question. Your age, skin elasticity, and facial volume should be taken into consideration when suggesting treatment options. A non-surgical facelift uses injectable dermal fillers to improve mild skin laxity and provide natural, uplifting results that may last up to one year.
A facelift procedure can provide more long-term results to tighten and lift the skin and address fallen tissue. I recommend scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon who can assess your concerns and help you select the best treatment option for you.

Rafael Arenas, MD · Answer

Is hard to make an evaluation with out a photo; after weight loss there is mainly "deflation" of different areas including face and neck wick cause loose skin. Depending on this factors, you medical history and your expectations face lift is an option to give again a refreshing look to the face. There are also non surgical options as Fillers (Juvederm), Fractional RF, Laser etc that can help in the meanwhile.
Hope this help!

Joseph Shvidler, MD · Answer

Weight loss is favorable on the rest of your body but not when it comes to your face. When a person undergoes significant weight loss, one looses volume in the cheek and neck. This leads to sagging and drooping in the cheek  jowl and neck areas. There can be lots of excess saggy skin depending on your age. Usually the skin does not contract back if you are in your 4th or 5th decade of life and in order to correct that you would need a face and neck lift to reposition the tissues and remove excess stretched out skin

George Bitar, MD · Answer

With weight loss, you would lose fat all over your body, including the face.  That volume loss also means that you will have extra skin.  The sagging of the skin leads to a tired, aged appearance of the face with deeper wrinkles.  In general, more weight loss would lead to more sagging.  It is difficult to give an exact plan without more details and photos.  For more mild cases without much skin excess, fillers may be a good option to restore the lost volume, which will provide a small lift.  For more severe cases, you would need a facelift to tighten the underlying tissues and remove the extra skin.  Fat or fillers can be added at the time of facelift surgery if needed.  I would recommend consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in facelifts for a thorough examination and discuss the best option for you.

Peter Chang, MD · Answer

Weight loss can significantly affect the skins quality and laxity. Depending on the severity of the excess skin and/or deepening of fine lines and wrinkles, multiple treatment options are available to give the face an overall rejuvenation. Facial fillers or fat transfer can help with any unwanted hollowing or volume loss; however, skin tightening may also have to be used in conjunction with those by incorporating a facelift or necklift. It is likely that a combination of treatments or procedures may be required, so the next step to take would be finding a qualified and experienced Board Certified plastic surgeon to do a full facial evaluation and provide you with a designated treatment plan to reach your desired goals.

Lucian Ion, FRCS · Answer

Thank you for your question.

In general, significant weight loss leads to volume loss in the mid-face laxity of the tissues around the lower part face and in the neck.

Most frequently, facelift and neck lift procedure is suitable to improve the fullness in the mid-face by redistribution of the volume of the lower face to the mid-face and reduction in skin excess.

If the contour of the neck appears good when you are lying down, it is possible that the facelift alone would be sufficient. If when you are lying down completely flat there is still some volume excess in the neck, in general a neck lift procedure is needed to create a balanced improvement for both face and neck.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

Weight loss often results in sagging skin and loss of volume in the face, both of which contribute to a prematurely aged appearance. That is one reason why facelifts frequently include fat grafting in addition to lifting and re-shaping. Without pictures and more information, it isn't possible to make a specific recommendation for you other than to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon with experience.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @elena1200, thank you for your question. It is important to develop a surgical plan or non surgical protocol that fits your possibilities, to fulfill your wishes for improvement and to take into account what can actually be achieved. I would encourage you to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. During your consultation, your surgeon will be able to assess your unique needs and develop a treatment plan that is right for you. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

What can I do to improve my tired face after weight loss?

Answers (16)

More Facelift Questions

Would I benefit from a lift at 30? (Photo)

Have had 2 breast surgeries, resulting in C-diff post-op. I would like to get a facelift - are antibiotics required?

In 2018 had a platysma plication, did not address sagging skin. Would a full facelift make the area worse? (photos)

Use of Goretex sutures for facelift and brow lift - will I feel it inside my body after surgery?

Tightness in neck & ears after facelift 6 months ago - is this normal?

28 y/o & looking for marionette lines fix? They've gotten worse as I age (Photos)

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS