The What, How, And Solutions to Jowling Skin

Aside from wrinkles and age spots, sagging jowls also make one look and feel older. Sagging cheeks and jaw occur due to the loss of elasticity, and with gravity pulling down and affecting the shape of the skin since there’s less protein to keep the skin firm. Here’s what you need to know.

What happens when my skin jowls? 

Jowling occurs when the skin loses its firmness and elasticity, resulting in a sagging or drooping appearance along the jawline. It is a natural part of aging and often starts to become more noticeable in one’s 40s and 50s, although genetics and lifestyle choices can speed this up. 

The main causes? These range from quick weight loss, environmental and lifestyle choices, as well as sun damage and exposure.

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My skin is jowling already. How can I address it?

A combination of effective treatments that promote facial contouring can help with that! Here’s what we can offer:

• Contouring Facial: Firm and tone up your skin with this facial! Proven to reduce puffiness, improve skin elasticity and enhance facial contour, this treatment can also help slow down skin from aging or sagging.
• Onda Coolwaves™ Plus: This treatment goes beyond standard radiofrequency by utilizing special Coolwaves™ technology to target fat deposits and tighten the skin! This effectively helps redefine the jawline and minimize jowls. 
• Dermal Fillers: Using JUVÉDERM® fillers, these injectables are used to lift and provide volume to sagging skin around the lower face, creating a more contoured and youthful appearance. It also helps hydrate the area.
• Thread Lift. A minimally invasive solution for those looking to avoid surgery, thread lifting involves inserting dissolvable threads under the skin that pull the tissue upwards and stimulate collagen production.
• Ulthera, Thermage FLX or SofWave. Our most revered non-invasive, skin tightening treatments, all three procedures penetrate deep into the skin. This occurs to trigger the body’s regenerative response to lift and tighten skin over time. These are safe and effective solutions for mild to moderate jowling. Find out the difference between the three treatments here. 
• Exion: Available in Belo NEXA, Exion’s unique combination of fractional radiofrequency technology delivers thermal energy to the dermis, encouraging collagen renewal and firming up the skin. This treatment is perfect for those who want significant tightening without the downtime of surgical options.

What you may not know about jowling skin

Did you know that jowling skin can give away your age? As a matter of fact, it can also affect your facial expressions! Don’t worry, your Belo doctor will be able to give you recommendations on how to prevent jowling skin – trust the process!

We have clinics located around Metro Manila, Pampanga, Cebu and Davao! Belo’s newest and flagship branch, NEXA, is NOW open, located in One Ayala, Makati City! To set an appointment, give us a call at 8819-BELO (2356) or book your appointment here.