If you’re on a major weight loss journey, then you know it’s not easy. It can be emotionally, mentally, and physically challenging. And what people don’t tell you is that it can change your body in ways you don’t expect, including the way you see your face.
The Effects of Weight Loss
Weight loss affects the whole body, not just the areas you’re targeting. A common area to see change, especially after intense weight loss, is in the face. Weight loss reduces fat throughout the body, including the soft tissue in the face, especially around the cheeks. Reduced fat and excess skin result in skin laxity, or sagging, and can also increase the look of pre-existing wrinkles.
On this journey, you’re going through a significant physical change, and it takes time for your mind to catch up with your body. Your face, the thing you see every day, may not be what you’re used to, which is both disorienting and rarely talked about.
Countering the Effects
These changes and the emotions stirred up by them are complex, but they don’t have to be forever. The skincare treatments we offer at Introspect Wellness are designed specifically to firm and tighten, improve texture, and support your skin from the inside out.
We believe in offering surgery-free ways to help you look and feel like you. And our providers work with you to find the right treatments for your particular skin. These are some of the options we’ve found helpful for people who have lost significant weight.
Collagen Stimulators (Sculptra & Radiesse)
Collagen stimulators are injectables that work to naturally increase your body’s collagen, the protein that helps keep skin firm and elastic. These are different from fillers, which add immediate volume, or injectables like Botox, which temporarily relax targeted muscles to soften wrinkles. Collagen-stimulating treatments like Sculptra and Radiesse work with your body’s natural processes to gradually restore volume and support smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
Sculptra and Radiesse especially target the deep wrinkles around the mouth, jaw, and chin. If this sounds like a possible match for your skin, you can find more in this blog.
Pixie Treatment (RF Microneedling / Erbium Yag)
The Pixie Treatment takes a different approach, using RF (radio frequency) microneedling to tighten the skin. The process involves tiny microneedles that create micro-damage to the skin, which is then heated through the radiofrequency. The goal is to increase keratin and collagen production, which can lead to skin that appears tighter and firmer.
The Pixie Treatment is used to decrease skin laxity, making it a popular treatment for those who have been on a weight loss journey. It’s typically a package of three treatments with a session every four to six weeks, and people often share that they continue to see results even after treatment.
Estrogen/GHK-CU Cream
GHK-CU is a copper-binding peptide found in the human body, most notably in plasma. The levels of this peptide that we have decrease as we age. GHK-CU helps the body heal, and is widely used in the cosmetics industry for its anti-aging and anti-inflammatory abilities. That’s why it’s one we often incorporate into our personalized client treatment plans.
As part of life, our bodies are constantly changing, and it can be hard for our minds to make sense of that change sometimes. After a weight loss journey, seeing your face in the mirror is a way to help bridge that gap. When you explore a custom program with Introspect, your health and wellness always come first, and our providers work with you to safely achieve your goals.
Book a free consultation to take the next step in your journey or email us at hello@introspect-wellness.com with any questions you might have. We look forward to talking.
All aesthetic treatments are individualized based on your unique needs and medical history. Results may vary between individuals. Please consult with our licensed provider.