If you’re taking a GLP-1 or thinking about it, you’ve probably heard about the dreaded “GLP-1 face.”
It describes the gaunt, sagging appearance of the face and neck that frequently accompanies rapid weight loss.
Losing fat? Great.
A sunken face with loose skin and more wrinkles? Not what we want.
At The Look, our team of experts guide our clients through medically-supervised GLP-1 wellness programs.
We know how to prioritize the benefits of these medications and help you avoid some of the unwanted side effects, like developing Ozempic face, losing muscle mass, feeling fatigued, losing hair, and more.
Why does GLP-1 face happen?
We all have fat in our faces that cushions and supports the skin.
When we rapidly lose fat, the skin doesn’t have time to bounce back or shrink. This can lead to a loss of skin elasticity, more prominent fine lines and wrinkles, sunken cheeks, hollow eyes, and jowls along the jawline.
We can’t target where our body loses fat. Some people will lose more fat in their faces than others, and that is out of our control.
But we can minimize, prevent, and treat “GLP-1 face” with the right diet, exercise, and aesthetic treatments.
How can I avoid Ozempic face if I’m taking a GLP-1?
Our GLP-1 Wellness Programs are designed to give you the medical supervision, nutrition, exercise, and supplements you need to consistently lose fat and achieve your desired look.
There are some key steps you can take to avoid Ozempic face in the first place.
Eat enough protein
GLP-1 medications suppress your appetite, so it’s important to prioritize the macro nutrients you need.
We highly recommend starting your day with at least 30 grams of protein. It will help you avoid some of the stomach upset that can come with GLP-1s and set you up to hit your protein goal for the day.
High-protein foods our clients love include:
- Cottage cheese
- Chicken breast
- Edamame
- Chickpeas
- Greek yogurt
Take GLP-1 supplements
Not all supplements are created equal.
At The Look, we exclusively recommend Thorne because they take a scientific approach to wellness and offer high-quality supplements we trust.
For anyone looking to maintain muscle mass, reduce sagging skin, and protect their hormones while taking a GLP-1, these are the best supplements:
- Creatine
- Amino Complex
- Complete Biotic
- Berberine
- Collagen Plus
You can click here to see all of our recommended GLP-1 supplements.
Strength training
After 40, women lose a significant amount of muscle every year. Add rapid weight loss from a GLP-1, and you can end up losing even more.
Losing fat and muscle can result in what is often referred to as looking “skinny fat.”
The goal isn’t to lose as much weight as quickly as possible. We want to help you maintain muscle while losing fat, which means you need to add 2-3 days of strength training into your schedule.
If you’re new to lifting weights, don’t be intimidated! Everyone is capable of building and protecting muscle. It just takes consistency and the willingness to show up.
How can I treat GLP-1 face?
Proactive measures, like eating enough protein, proper supplementation, and strength training can help you avoid a lot of the undesired effects from GLP-1 weight loss.
But sometimes the weight falls off faster than your face can adjust.
When you partner with The Look for your GLP-1 journey, we’ll assess your facial structure and fat loss every 6 weeks.
This consistent oversight helps us step in and make small adjustments where needed to keep your face and skin looking healthy and refreshed.
There are a few key treatments we use with our GLP-1 clients:
- A syringe or two of filler, strategically placed as hollowness or sagging appear
- Biostimulators to rebuild structure over time
- Sofwave to tighten skin as it reshapes
We help our clients proactively avoid problem areas and actively treat facial issues if they do arise.
Support for your GLP-1 journey
If you’re in the Nashville area, we would love to support you through our GLP-1 Wellness Programs.
Our wellness program is built around three things:
- Clinical oversight
- Real education
- A plan that adapts as your body changes
We don’t do guesswork, one-size-fits-all dosing, or clicking through an app just hoping it works.
We’ll guide you every step of the way, with customized support to help you meet your goals.
And if you’re not near Franklin, TN, the Thorne supplements we recommend are available online.
Ozempic face doesn’t have to be part of your GLP-1 experience. With the right nutrition, exercise, supplements, and aesthetic treatments, you can achieve your weight loss goals and keep your skin looking firm, refreshed, and glowing.