Skin Concerns
Jowls
Jowls is the sagging, loose skin below the jawline, sometimes referred to as ‘turkey neck’ or facial sagging. Treatments for jowls can be broadly put in two categories. You can choose to add structure and definition through medical volume restoration . Alternatively you can access rejuvenation treatments that will improve your skin for an overall firmer look.
The term “jowls” describes sagging, loose skin below the jawline, which most people develop with age.
Facial sagging
As we age, it is natural for facial sagging to occur around the chin and jawline. Jowls give the appearance that the normal jawline position has dropped and definition of the face is lost. It is not necessarily a sign of being overweight and does not indicate underlying health problems.
Turkey neck
People with jowls may experience creepy, wrinkled skin, sometimes referred to as ‘turkey neck’; or they may have another layer of skin that drops below their jaw, more like a double chin.
Aside from ageing, a number of other factors can also contribute to having jowls.
Both sun-damage and smoking can accelerate the ageing process, resulting in a loss of the skin’s elasticity and collagen.
Genetics can also play a part in the development of jowls; those with a genetic predisposition will be more likely to develop them. It has also been suggested that sleeping on your front or side consistently may cause jowls to form over time.
Dermal fillers
Dermal fillers can help to restore volume, lift, redefine and tighten the jaw area. There are many types of dermal fillers which may be more effective in treating different skin concerns.
This treatment has mostly plumping, volume restoring properties and can work effectively alongside other treatments to lift and restore structure and definition to the jawline.
Dermal Needling
Dermal needling treatment is also known as a collagen induction therapy which punctures fine, tiny holes in the skin to encourage skin cell renewal and stimulate the body’s natural healing response.
When this response is activated, collagen and elastin (two proteins that are fundamental in warding off wrinkles) are produced to create an immediate brighter, younger look. This treatment is also effective in reducing scarring, evening any pigmentation and UV ray exposure. This would be a good option to treat multiple concerns in one treatment.
Plasma Pen
Plasma Pen is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment that can enhance the appearance and firmness of your skin.
The plasma gas produced by the pen encourages the production of new cells and collagen to create rejuvenation, plump skin. Superficial wounds will be apparent on the skin,but will flake off in the days following the treatment to reveal gorgeous results.
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Skin Tightening
HIFU uses concentrated ultrasound energy to the face, neck and body by a handheld device. It is a non-invasive treatment that helps stimulates the cells, resulting in tissue rejuvenation and collagen production. The overall effect of the treatment is to promote tightening and lifting of the skin in these areas.
A HIFU treatment can help stimulate tissue rejuvenation and collagen production – resulting in the tightening and lifting of saggy skin. In the hands of a skilled practitioner, this can produce results akin to facial sculpting (but without the need for surgery)
The term “jowls” describes sagging, loose skin below the jawline, which most people develop with age.
Facial sagging
As we age, it is natural for facial sagging to occur around the chin and jawline. Jowls give the appearance that the normal jawline position has dropped and definition of the face is lost. It is not necessarily a sign of being overweight and does not indicate underlying health problems.
Turkey neck
People with jowls may experience creepy, wrinkled skin, sometimes referred to as ‘turkey neck’; or they may have another layer of skin that drops below their jaw, more like a double chin.
Jowls develop as part of the natural ageing process due to a combination of anatomical and environmental factors. Here’s why they appear:
Loss of Skin Elasticity
As we age, the production of collagen and elastin (proteins that keep the skin firm and elastic) slows down. This results in looser, more sag-prone skin, especially along the jawline where gravity takes a toll.
Decreased Fat Volume and Redistribution
The fat pads in the face shrink and shift downward over time. This leads to volume loss in the cheeks and increased heaviness around the jaw, creating a sagging appearance.
Bone Resorption
Ageing leads to gradual bone loss in the jaw and mid-face, reducing the structural support for the skin and soft tissues. This collapse in framework contributes to jowl formation.
Muscle Laxity
Facial muscles, especially the platysma in the neck and lower face, weaken and lose tone. This lack of support can worsen the appearance of sagging.
Gravity
Over decades, the pull of gravity stretches facial ligaments and causes downward migration of tissues, exacerbating jowl formation.
Skin Thinning
The dermis becomes thinner with age, making sagging more visible and pronounced.
Environmental and Lifestyle Factors
Sun damage, smoking, poor diet, and lack of skincare accelerate collagen breakdown and skin ageing, making jowls form earlier or appear more pronounced.
Volume Restoration Treatments
Volume restoration treatments may be considered for clients seeking to address changes in facial structure, including loss of volume or the appearance of fine or deeper lines across the forehead.
At The London Skin Clinic, all injectable treatments are performed by qualified professionals using products that are approved for use in Australia. The substances used are based on hyaluronic acid, a compound naturally found in the body. When administered correctly, they integrate with the surrounding tissues to support a natural-looking result.
All treatments involving prescription medicines are only offered after a comprehensive consultation and are subject to individual suitability.
Dermal Needling
Dermal needling treatment is also known as a collagen induction therapy which punctures fine, tiny holes in the skin to encourage skin cell renewal and stimulate the body’s natural healing response.
When this response is activated, collagen and elastin (two proteins that are fundamental in warding off wrinkles) are produced to create an immediate brighter, younger look. This treatment is also effective in reducing scarring, evening any pigmentation and UV ray exposure. This would be a good option to treat multiple concerns in one treatment.
Plasma Pen
Plasma Pen is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment that can enhance the appearance and firmness of your skin.
The plasma gas produced by the pen encourages the production of new cells and collagen to create rejuvenation, plump skin. Superficial wounds will be apparent on the skin,but will flake off in the days following the treatment to reveal gorgeous results.
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Skin Tightening
HIFU uses concentrated ultrasound energy to the face, neck and body by a handheld device. It is a non-invasive treatment that helps stimulates the cells, resulting in tissue rejuvenation and collagen production. The overall effect of the treatment is to promote tightening and lifting of the skin in these areas.
A HIFU treatment can help stimulate tissue rejuvenation and collagen production – resulting in the tightening and lifting of saggy skin. In the hands of a skilled practitioner, this can produce results akin to facial sculpting (but without the need for surgery)
