Our treatments for loss of volume are designed to restore facial fullness and support, bringing back the natural plumpness and youthful structure of your skin.
As we age, our faces naturally lose volume. This occurs as the levels of hyaluronic acid and collagen in our skin deplete, and the underlying fat pads slip down the face. Bone structure changes through a process called bone resorption, contributing to this loss of volume.
Lifestyle factors like alcohol consumption, stress, smoking, and sun damage can accelerate this process. Volume loss can also be exacerbated by weight loss due to illness or medication, and recently, vigorous or prolonged exercise has been implicated in creating a more drawn look to the face.
Volume loss in the face can also be due to lifestyle factors that prematurely age us, such as alcohol consumption, stress, smoking, and sun damage. Weight loss as we age, illness, drugs, and medication can further exacerbate this issue.
Recently, exercise has been cited as a cause of volume loss, with terms like “runner’s face” or “gym face” describing the hollow look of those who engage in high-impact training. Continuous high-impact training can lead to volume loss and sagging of the skin, as well as increased oxidative stress and the production of free radicals, which break down collagen and elastin.
Explore our advanced treatments at Skin Medical, designed to sculpt and redefine your facial contours with the latest techniques and personalised care.
To restore volume to your face, consider treatments like injectable dermal fillers, collagen-stimulating fillers, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy, fat transfer, and High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). These treatments can rebuild facial structure, support the skin, and restore plumpness and lift.
Volume loss in the face typically starts in the late 20s to early 30s as the levels of hyaluronic acid and collagen in the skin begin to decrease. This process accelerates with age, leading to more noticeable changes in facial volume and structure.
Loss of volume in the face refers to the reduction of facial fullness due to the depletion of hyaluronic acid and collagen, the shifting of underlying fat pads, and changes in bone structure. This can result in a hollow or sunken appearance, particularly in areas like the cheeks, lips, and under-eye regions.
The best treatments for loss of volume in the face include:
– Dermal Fillers: To rebuild structure and restore plumpness.
– Collagen-Stimulating Fillers: Such as Ellansé, to promote new collagen formation.
– Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): To rejuvenate the skin by injecting plasma from your own blood.
– Fat Transfer: Using your own fat cells to restore volume.
– High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU): To stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin.
To naturally restore volume to your face, focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, stay hydrated, and avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Regularly practising stress management techniques and protecting your skin from sun damage can also help. Natural remedies like facial exercises, using moisturisers with hyaluronic acid, and taking collagen supplements may also support skin health and maintain facial volume.
