25/02/2026
Layer 1: The bone, the foundation of facial ageing
The skull is not a fixed structure. It continues to change as we mature.
Bone resorption in the face begins earlier than most people realise and becomes more noticeable from our mid-30s onwards.
As facial bones slowly lose volume and structural integrity, the soft tissues they support begin to sink, shift and sag. This loss of foundation is a major driver of visible ageing, often before significant skin laxity even appears.
Key areas affected by bone resorption:
• Orbital rim → hollowing, tear troughs
The eye socket gradually enlarges, creating a deeper, more sunken appearance.
• Maxilla (midface) → flattening, reduced cheek projection
The midface slowly recedes backward, leading to loss of cheek support and a flatter profile.
• Mandible (jaw) → jowling, loss of jawline definition
The jawbone shrinks and remodels, reducing structural support and contributing to jowls and blurred jawline contours.
Understanding these deeper structural changes explains why facial ageing is not just about wrinkles, it’s about foundation loss.
This is why modern aesthetic treatments focus on support, balance, and subtle restoration after a thorough medical consultation.
