Jowls

August 5, 2024

One of the many signs of ageing is the development of face jowls.

Eventually, everyone experiences them, and as we get older, they become more prominent.

These sagging areas along the jawline can make us look older and less vibrant.7

Understanding the causes and exploring effective treatments for face jowls is essential for those seeking to restore a firmer, more youthful appearance.

What’s face Jowls

Jowls are the sagging or drooping areas of skin along the lower jawline and chin.

As we age, the skin loses its elasticity and firmness, leading to the development of jowls.

This can result in a less defined jawline and a more aged appearance.

What Causes Jowls?

Several factors contribute to the development of jowls:

With age, skin loses its resilience and collagen, leading to sagging and the formation of jowls.
Your genetic makeup can determine how your skin ages and how likely you are to develop jowls.
Significant weight loss or gain can affect the skin’s elasticity and contribute to sagging.
Prolonged sun exposure can damage the skin’s collagen and elastin fibres, accelerating the ageing process.
Smoking, poor diet, and lack of exercise can negatively impact skin health, contributing to the formation of jowls.

The Impact of Jowls

Jowls can significantly influence both appearance and self-esteem.

Beyond aesthetic concerns, they can:

Make you look older. Jowls can make you look years older, giving you a perceived ageing effect that may not correspond to your actual age.
Impact your jawline definition. Sagging skin along the jawline can mask its shape and affect the overall harmony of your facial features.
Affect self-confidence. Many people are self-conscious about their jowls, which can damage their self-confidence in social and professional interactions.
Alter facial symmetry. Pronounced jowls can affect facial symmetry, which plays a crucial role in the appearance of attractiveness and balance.
Lead to misinterpretations. In some cases, pronounced jowls can unintentionally indicate fatigue or a lack of vitality, which can affect how others feel about your energy and enthusiasm.

Neck and Face Lift: The Ultimate Solution for Jowls

For those struggling with the effects of jowls, neck and facelift surgery provides a highly effective solution.

These procedures can enhance your natural beauty, restore your self-confidence and rejuvenate your appearance.

What’s a Face Lift?

A facelift is a surgical procedure performed to reduce the visible signs of ageing by removing excess skin, tightening underlying tissues and repositioning the skin of the face and neck.

The outcome is a smoother, more youthful appearance.

What’s a Neck Lift?

Neck lift aims to achieve an improved neck appearance by lifting excess skin and fat, tightening muscles and improving the overall contour of the neck and jawline.

Benefits of Neck and Face Lift Surgery

Neck and face lift surgery offer numerous benefits. These include:

Achieve a refreshed, youthful look with tighter skin and improved facial contours.
Restore the definition of your jawline by removing sagging skin and excess fat.
Feel more confident and self-assured in your appearance, whether in social settings or professional environments.

Long-Term Benefits of Neck and Face Lift Surgery

Neck and face lift surgery offers long-lasting benefits, including:

Enjoy a rejuvenated, youthful look for many years.
Feel more confident in social and professional settings.
Improved facial structure can enhance your overall appearance and boost your confidence.

How to Prevent Sagging Jowls

Preventing sagging jowls requires a combination of healthy lifestyle choices and proper skincare habits.

While it is impossible to completely avoid the natural ageing process, following these steps can help slow down the development of sagging jowls and maintain a more youthful appearance:

Avoid rapid weight gain or loss to prevent skin from stretching and losing elasticity.
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure to prevent loss of skin elasticity.
Drink plenty of water to keep your skin healthy and plump.
Eat a nutrient-rich diet with fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats to support collagen production and skin health.
Improve circulation and promote skin health through cardiovascular and strength training exercises.
Cleanse, moisturise, and exfoliate regularly; use products with retinol, peptides, and hyaluronic acid to support collagen production.
Smoking reduces collagen production and accelerates ageing.
Minimise facial skin compression by sleeping on your back.
Reduce stress through meditation, yoga, or deep breathing to maintain skin health.
Regular facials, chemical peels, or non-invasive treatments like radiofrequency or ultrasound therapy can help maintain skin elasticity.

By incorporating these preventative measures into your daily routine, you can help delay the onset of sagging jowls and maintain a more youthful appearance.

Get An Appointment

Jowls can be a source of frustration and loss of self-confidence, but neck and face surgery offers an efficient solution.

If you’re ready to transform your appearance and boost your confidence, contact Auralia Clinic and discover how their expert team can help you achieve your aesthetic goals. Schedule your FREE consultation today!