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How to Avoid ‘Ozempic Face’ When Using a Semaglutide/GLP-1

December 16, 2025 Tags: , , , , , , ,

woman having facial injections to prevent Ozempic face

With rising use and access to GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide, more and more people are experiencing the side effects of the sometimes rapid weight loss. One of the common cosmetic effects of these injections is what’s being referred to as ‘Ozempic face’. What is ‘Ozempic face’ you may be wondering? It’s when the face has lost some of its skin elasticity, volume, and overall looks more hollow. While this side effect of losing weight quickly is not unique to Ozempic or GLP-1 usage, the term is now regularly used to describe it. Learn about how to avoid ‘Ozempic face’ through the use of dermal filler and where you can find a trusted med spa near you with Semaglutide.

What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a synthetic version of the hormone GLP-1 that is designed to last longer in the body than the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone. Similar medications include Liraglutide, Dulaglutide, and Tirzepatide, all utilized for managing blood sugar levels, lowering appetite, and slowing digestion, and typically resulting in weight loss. Name brands like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy have risen in popularity over the past few years, leading to Semaglutide compounds being created and offered. Interested in learning more about Semaglutides and seeing if you’re eligible to receive injections? Come to SKINHAUS Beauty, a trusted provider for Semaglutide near you in Nashville.

How to Avoid ‘Ozempic Face’ When Using a Semaglutide

Thanks to increased research in this increasingly popular sector, doctors are now more aware of what can help prevent ‘Ozempic face’ for patients using Semaglutide. The main way found to be effective in preventing facial deflation is through dermal fillers. Specifically, one study used a diluted version of Radiesse, an FDA-approved filler for the lower face and jaw, and saw that the typical pattern of hollowing was not there for patients who received the filler. Patients who were given hyperdilute Radiesse injections had better maintained facial support and skin texture while on a GLP-1. 

What Is Radiesse?

Radiesse, even when diluted, works to promote collagen production and skin elasticity while calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) fills the areas for immediate and long-lasting results. It’s injected like any other filler into the lower face, jaw area, and even hands to restore volume, smooth fine lines, and lift. Out of all the dermal fillers for ‘Ozempic face’, this is one of the few that has a study showing its proven results. 

Nashville Med Spa With Semaglutide Near You!

If you were holding off on Semaglutide treatments because you were worried about looking “sunken” in the face, now you know how to avoid it! Consider scheduling a consultation with SKINHAUS Beauty, a Nashville med spa created by award-winning plastic surgeon Dr. J.J. Wendel. See our Semglutide before and after photos to check out some of our patient’s results for yourself. 

 

As well as providing Semaglutide injections, we can work with you to avoid ‘Ozempic face’ through a custom cosmetic treatment plan including regenerative fillers like Radiesse. Contact us today for more information and take the first step toward feeling your best!

 

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