Ozempic Neck: What It Is and How to Treat It Without Surgery

As weight loss medications like Ozempic (semaglutide) become more common, patients are seeing dramatic changes in body composition—but also some unintended cosmetic side effects. One of the most frequently reported concerns? Loose or sagging skin around the neck, often referred to as "Ozempic Neck."

Ozempic Neck isn’t a clinical diagnosis—it’s a popular term used to describe neck skin laxity following rapid weight loss, especially when facial and submental (under-chin) fat diminishes faster than the skin can adjust.

Some contributing factors include:

1. Rapid fat loss around the jawline, chin, and neck
2. Loss of skin elasticity with age
3. Pre-existing volume loss that becomes more visible after weight loss
4. Genetic predisposition to looser neck skin or a weaker chin/jawline structure

While the aesthetic results of weight loss are often positive, many patients find that their new slimmer silhouette comes with unexpected signs of aging—especially in delicate areas like the neck.

While some skin changes are inevitable during weight loss, these steps may help:

• Hydrate and follow a collagen-supportive diet (vitamin C, protein, omega-3s)
• Use topical retinoids or peptides to encourage cell turnover
• Avoid rapid weight loss when possible
• Begin non-invasive skin tightening treatments early to support collagen

At The Centre for Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine, we offer several effective treatments for loose neck skin, depending on your goals and comfort level. These range from non-surgical procedures to minimally invasive tightening technologies.

A top choice for tightening the neck and jawline, Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate deep collagen remodeling. It improves firmness, elasticity, and skin texture without downtime.

This minimally invasive procedure uses radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis (RFAL) to both melt fat and tighten skin. It’s ideal for patients experiencing moderate sagging beneath the chin and around the neck.

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Renuvion uses a combination of helium plasma and radiofrequency energy to contract tissue beneath the skin, offering noticeable tightening in a single treatment.

Forma is a gentle, non-invasive RF treatment that gradually firms the skin through heat-based collagen stimulation. Great for early laxity or maintenance after other procedures.

A laser facelift is a minimally invasive procedure that uses targeted laser energy to tighten the skin, stimulate collagen production, and reduce fine lines and laxity—especially in delicate areas like the neck and jawline. It offers a refined, natural-looking lift without the extended downtime of traditional surgery. For patients noticing early signs of Ozempic neck, a laser facelift can deliver meaningful rejuvenation with a faster recovery and less scarring than more invasive options.

In more advanced cases of sagging, especially when skin redundancy is severe, a surgical neck lift may provide the most comprehensive and lasting improvement.

Choosing the best approach depends on the severity of the skin laxity, your age, and how dramatic a result you want. Most patients benefit from non-surgical treatments when changes are caught early, while minimally invasive options like FaceTite are ideal for more visible sagging that doesn’t require full surgery.

A personalized consultation will help determine which option (or combination) will provide the best results.

If you’re proud of your weight loss but discouraged by unexpected changes in your neck or jawline, you're not alone. Treatments for Ozempic Neck are more effective than ever—and many require little to no downtime.

Schedule your consultation today at The Centre for Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine to learn how we can help you look as vibrant as you feel.