Sagging Skin: Why It Happens & How to Fix It (Without Surgery)

Gem Cooper
Feb 24
3 min read

At some point, we all look in the mirror and think, Was my face always this… low? If your skin is starting to head south, don’t panic - it’s not just you. Sagging skin is one of the most common (and most complained about) signs of ageing, and it happens to everyone eventually.

The good news is you don’t need a facelift to do something about it. At Aesthetically Refined, we specialise in subtle, injectable treatments that lift, firm, and restore structure, without making you look like you’ve been caught in a wind tunnel!

Let’s break down why it's happening and how to fix sagging skin.

Why Does Skin Start to Sag?

Sagging skin is basically your face deciding to take an early retirement. The culprits?

Collagen & Elastin Loss – These are the proteins that keep your skin bouncy and firm. You start losing them in your 20s (yes, TWENTIES), and by the time you hit 40, your skin’s natural support system has significantly weakened.
Fat Loss (In the Wrong Places) – You don’t lose fat evenly. The nice, plump fat that used to sit high in your cheeks? Gone. The bit you didn’t want under your chin? Somehow still there.
Gravity – A lifetime of facial expressions, talking, laughing, and, well… existing means your skin is constantly shifting. Over time, everything just starts to drift downward.
Bone Shrinkage – Yes, your skull literally shrinks with age. Your jawline, temples, and cheekbones lose support, which makes the skin look even looser.

If you’re looking in the mirror thinking, That’s depressing, don’t worry - we’re getting to the solutions.

How to Fix Sagging Skin Without Surgery

Luckily, you don’t need a scalpel to fight gravity. These injectable treatments can restore structure, support, and definition without making you look weird or overdone.

1. Dermal Fillers for Volume & Lift

Where? Cheeks, jawline, chin, marionette lines
Why? Sagging often happens because of volume loss. By carefully placing filler in the cheeks, jawline, and chin, we can lift and support the skin, restoring a fresher, more structured look.
The Result? A natural-looking lift - like your face just subtly remembered where it used to sit.

2. Profhilo for Skin Tightening

Where? Face, neck, décolletage
Why? Profhilo isn’t filler, it’s a super hydrator that stimulates collagen and elastin production to firm and tighten sagging skin. Think of it as giving your skin scaffolding so it doesn’t collapse.
The Result? Firmer, bouncier, more hydrated skin that actually holds itself up.

3. Polynucleotides for Repair & Strength

Where? Face, neck, under-eyes
Why? Polynucleotides work on a cellular level to repair and rebuild your skin’s foundation. If Profhilo is scaffolding, polynucleotides are the builders doing the real work. They improve skin strength, elasticity, and texture over time.
The Result? A more youthful, resilient face—without needing to overfill or over-tighten anything.

4. Jawline & Chin Filler for Definition

Where? Jawline, chin
Why? If your lower face is starting to blend into your neck, strategic filler placement can sharpen, contour, and support the jawline, restoring definition where it’s been lost.
The Result? A more snatched, structured look—without looking unnatural.

So, What’s the Best Treatment for You?

It depends on what’s causing the sagging. For most people, the best approach is a combination of these treatments—because volume loss, collagen breakdown, and skin laxity don’t happen in isolation.

At Aesthetically Refined, we don’t do cookie-cutter aesthetics. Every treatment is tailored to your face, your structure, and your goals. The result? A lifted, refreshed look that’s natural, not noticeable.

Ageing is Inevitable. Looking Tired is Optional.

If your skin is doing that thing where it looks lower than it used to, you don’t have to just accept it. The right injectable treatments can lift, firm, and restore structure—without looking fake or overdone.

Ready to put gravity back in its place? Book your consultation at Aesthetically Refined today and let’s get your skin back where it belongs.

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