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Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have changed the game for people looking to lose weight. These GLP-1 receptor agonists were originally developed to improve insulin sensitivity and help manage Type 2 diabetes, but they’ve also shown powerful results for weight loss. While many people are thrilled with the number on the scale, others are facing some surprising changes in the mirror.
One of the most talked-about side effects of rapid weight loss is what's now being called “Ozempic Face.” It's a phrase that’s caught on because it describes a very real and very common experience: as body fat comes off, the face can look thinner, older, and more tired. You might notice loose skin, sunken eyes, more visible fine lines, or even a change in your facial structure.
If this sounds familiar, don’t worry. You’re not alone, and there are safe, non-surgical ways to help restore facial volume, rebuild skin strength, and bring back a healthy, natural glow. At Glo & Sparkle, two of the treatments we often recommend are RF microneedling and the PicoWay laser, both of which support your skin’s own collagen production to gradually improve tone, texture, and firmness over time.
Whether you're using Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication, these drugs are designed to support weight loss by slowing gastric emptying and controlling appetite. The results can be pretty fast, especially when paired with diet and exercise. But when the weight comes off quickly, especially in people who’ve experienced significant weight loss, the face often shows some of the biggest changes.
Here’s why: our faces are supported by small pads of subcutaneous fat, especially in areas like the cheeks, tear troughs, and around the mouth (where marionette lines form). These fat pads give the face shape, fullness, and youthful contours. When you lose body fat, those areas shrink too. And because the skin loses elasticity with age, it doesn’t always snap back like it might have when you were younger.
Common facial changes after rapid weight loss can include
For some patients, this can feel like aging in fast forward. That’s especially true for people in their 40s or older, when collagen production is already slowing down.
Absolutely. That’s where RF microneedling and laser treatments like PicoWay come in. These non-invasive treatments improve skin health by jumpstarting collagen production, improving texture, and helping the face look refreshed.
These services are especially helpful for
RF microneedling and PicoWay can be combined with treatments like chemical peels or dermal fillers to enhance results and support different layers of the skin. This allows for maximum effectiveness while tailoring each treatment to your specific concerns. These procedures support long-term skin health and help improve facial structure, elasticity, and tone.
RF microneedling (short for radiofrequency microneedling) is a powerful skin treatment that uses microneedles to create tiny channels in the skin while also delivering heat-based energy deep into the dermis. This combination stimulates collagen production, thickens the skin, and tightens the tissue over time.
At Glo & Sparkle, we offer both Genius RF Microneedling and Exion RF Microneedling, two of the most advanced systems available.
Patients who’ve lost weight quickly often experience a deflated or hollow appearance in the cheeks, tear troughs, or jawline. RF microneedling helps by encouraging the body to naturally rebuild these areas, giving subtle volume and structure back to the face.
It also helps smooth fine lines, tighten loose skin, and reduce wrinkles, especially in areas like the lower face and neck, where changes from weight loss can be more noticeable.
This is great for patients who want noticeable but natural results over time, with little downtime.
While RF microneedling focuses on the deeper structure of the skin, PicoWay laser is ideal for improving the surface layer. It uses ultra-short bursts of energy to target pigmentation, smooth texture, and promote collagen production, all without damaging surrounding tissue.
PicoWay is particularly effective for people dealing with
When we talk about “Ozempic Face,” we’re usually talking about more than just one thing. It’s not just volume loss, it’s also a change in the skin’s overall tone and glow. PicoWay and RF microneedling complement each other beautifully. One strengthens and firms from within, the other brightens and refines on the surface.
Together, they help support skin health holistically for optimal results.
These laser treatments are safe, effective, and gentle enough for people looking for a non-surgical option to maintain or restore a youthful complexion after weight loss.
Not everyone who takes weight loss medications will experience noticeable facial changes. But if you’ve lost a significant amount of body fat, especially in a short period of time, you might be a good candidate for RF microneedling, PicoWay, or a combination of both.
These procedures are great for
As with any weight loss treatment, outcomes vary. Some patients may see only minor facial changes, while others experience more significant shifts. Working with experienced medical professionals ensures the treatments are tailored for maximum effectiveness with the lowest risk of unwanted effects.
Because these services stimulate your own collagen and elastin, they support not just how your skin looks, but also how it functions, which makes them an important part of your overall well-being and self-care.
As more people turn to weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, we’re learning that the effects go beyond just the number on the scale. While they can be incredibly effective tools for improving overall health, they can also bring unexpected changes to the face, especially after rapid weight loss. For many, these changes can feel at odds with the excitement of reaching their weight goals. Fortunately, there are options that support your skin’s natural ability to recover. Treatments like RF microneedling and PicoWay laser offer a way to rebuild collagen, tighten and firm the skin, and improve tone and texture over time.
Everyone’s experience with weight loss is different, and the changes that occur during that process can affect more than just the body. Taking care of your skin during and after you lose weight isn’t just about appearance; it’s part of supporting your overall well-being. Whether you’re working toward aesthetic goals or just want to feel more like yourself, treatments that promote collagen and improve elasticity can help you achieve healthy, glowing skin that matches how you feel on the inside.
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We are a one-of-a-kind top-tier MedSpa in Lubbock with the latest, widely studied, scientifically proven, and FDA cleared technology, including the Emsculpt NEO, Emsella, Stellar M22 Laser, Genius Radiofrequency Microneedling, SkinPen Microneedling, OxyGeneo, Advanced PDO thread Lifts and 3D photography.. So you can be comfortable knowing that at Glo and Spa-rkle, you will get a thorough and detailed consultation, with an optional but recommended low-cost, state-of-the-art 3D photography evaluation of the face and body.
This thorough consultation will give you accurate information and “before-photos” to develop your aesthetic plan and follow-up “after-photos” to help you get precise information and visual data to track your progress along your aesthetic journey!
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