{"id":12675,"date":"2026-01-30T19:29:50","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T18:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drmarcoromeo.com\/?p=12675"},"modified":"2026-01-30T19:29:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T18:29:50","slug":"fast-weight-loss-facial-aging-ozempic-face","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drmarcoromeo.com\/en\/fast-weight-loss-facial-aging-ozempic-face\/","title":{"rendered":"Fast weight loss: Why does the face age and how to avoid it?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The pursuit of a healthy weight is a laudable goal<\/b>, but the speed at which it is achieved can have unexpected side effects on our calling card: the face<\/b>. Recently, Dr. Marco Romeo<\/b>, an expert plastic surgeon, collaborated with the prestigious journal ConSalud<\/b> to warn about the risks of sudden weight loss and how it can affect facial aesthetics if proper measures are not taken.<\/p>\n

You can read the full interview here (Spanish): Perder peso demasiado r\u00e1pido envejece y arruina el rostro<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

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“A weight loss of more than 10-15% of total body fat usually translates into visible and often unwanted changes in the face”<\/i>, explains Dr. Marco Romeo<\/b> in his recent press intervention.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”The “Ozempic Face“ phenomenon and loss of facial support” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23111111″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1769797586432{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]With the rise of new drugs and flash diets, the phenomenon known as “Ozempic Face”<\/b> has become a common consultation. By losing fat rapidly, the facial fat compartments<\/b>\u2014which act as the skin’s natural support\u2014empty out. The result is a tired appearance, with more pronounced dark circles, deep nasolabial folds, and a clear loss of jawline definition. This premature facial aging<\/b> is one of the biggest concerns following a radical physical transformation.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”How to regain facial youth after slimming?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23111111″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1769797621833{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

According to Dr. Romeo<\/b>, the secret is not to stop losing weight, but to do so gradually and with professional guidance<\/b>. However, when damage and sagging are already visible, medicine and plastic surgery offer cutting-edge solutions to restore harmony:<\/p>\n

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    Volume restoration with dermal fillers:<\/b> Hyaluronic acid restores lost support in cheeks and temples immediately and naturally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Facial or Neck Lift:<\/b> In cases where skin sagging is severe (especially after massive weight loss), facelift surgery is the definitive option<\/b> to remove excess tissue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Collagen biostimulators:<\/b> Treatments that help the skin regain its natural elasticity from within, combating cutaneous laxity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Dr. Marco Romeo’s tips for a healthy transition” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23111111″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1769797650035{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

    To prevent rapid weight loss from aging your face during your physical transformation, Dr. Romeo recommends:<\/p>\n

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      Abundant hydration:<\/b> Both internal and external to maintain the resilience of the dermis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Specific supplementation:<\/b> Nutrients and vitamins that promote natural collagen synthesis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Professional follow-up:<\/b> Consult with a plastic surgeon before completing the weight loss process to plan the recovery of the tissues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions about weight loss and the face)” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23111111″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1769797685005{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_toggle title=”Why does the face sag when losing weight quickly?” style=”round_outline” color=”black” open=”true” css=””]When losing weight suddenly, the skin does not have time to retract and the fat pads that support the face disappear, causing sagging and a “sunken”<\/b> or prematurely aged appearance.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can facial sagging be corrected without surgery?” style=”round_outline” color=”black” open=”true” css=””]Yes<\/b>, in moderate cases through the use of dermal fillers or collagen biostimulators. 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