11/17/2025
Weight loss can bring incredible health benefits — better energy, better labs, better mobility — but it’s also okay to admit the other side of the journey:
Sometimes, as we lose weight, we lose volume in places we want to keep it… like the cheeks.
Many people feel surprised when they look in the mirror and notice:
- a slightly hollowed look
- more visible jowls
- deepened smile or marionette lines
- a general “tired” appearance, even if they feel great
This isn’t “aging overnight” — it’s often fat redistribution + collagen loss, which naturally happens during and after weight loss.
The good news?
We can support the skin from the inside and outside.
Your skin is collagen-hungry, and we can feed it.
Collagen-supporting strategies:
• Increase vitamin C–rich foods (key cofactor for collagen synthesis)
• Add zinc, silica, and antioxidants through whole foods
• Incorporate strength training for facial and body tone
• Use topical retinoids, peptides, and microneedling for collagen remodeling
• Consider treatments like microneedling, RF microneedling, or biostimulators
• Prioritize protein — your skin is literally made of it
And because food is the most accessible starting point, here’s the collagen-boosting smoothie we love sharing with our patients!