Ozempic Face: What It Is and How to Prevent It

This phenomenon can occur with any rapid and intense weight loss — regardless of whether it is:

• drug therapy (Ozempic®, Mounjaro®, Wegovy®, Retatrutide)
• strict diets
• drastic calorie restriction
• bariatric surgery

The name has appeared in the media, but the process itself has long been known in medicine.

When facial changes occur

Changes occur when:

• Weight is lost quickly
• Significant volume is lost
• There is a lack of proper tissue support

The reduction of facial fat pads plays a leading role.

Secondarily, the following occurs:

• a decrease in muscle volume
• a decrease in tissue tone
• a decrease in skin density

As a result, the following may occur:

• sunken cheeks
• deepening of nasolabial folds
• pronounced nasolacrimal groove
• change in facial contours
• a “tired” appearance

Why this is not a problem with the drug

GLP-1 drugs (Ozempic®, Mounjaro®, Wegovy®) effectively reduce appetite and help control weight.

But they do not “ruin your face.”

The problem arises when weight loss occurs without comprehensive medical supervision.

More about the medication stage Medication support for weight loss

How to prevent Ozempic face

Prevention should begin at the same time as weight loss.

1️⃣ Injection support

• polynucleotides
• amino acid complexes
• peptide preparations
• exosomes
• collagen stimulators
• plasma therapy

2️⃣ Hardware techniques

• microneedle radiofrequency lifting (Morpheus)
• SMAS lifting
• Non-ablative laser rejuvenation
• Laser lifting

3️⃣ Internal support

• Protein control
• Metabolic support
• Peptide complexes (NAD+, MOTS-c, Skin Glow)

More details Skin protection during weight loss

A systematic approach instead of fear

Ozempic face is not a new or unique phenomenon.

It is a natural reaction of tissues to rapid volume reduction.

A comprehensive medical approach allows you to:

• preserve muscle volume
• maintain skin density
• reduce the risk of sagging
• preserve harmonious facial proportions

The program is implemented within the framework of Medical Weight Loss

To ensure that weight loss is not accompanied by unwanted changes in the face, it is important to plan the process correctly.