GLP-1 & Your Skin: The Surprises, The Science, and What No One Told You
GLP-1 meds like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are turning the weight loss world into a highlight reel. Smaller numbers on the scale. Smaller pant sizes.
Smiles. Selfies. Victory laps.
But there’s a subplot your skin might want in on.
Because when fat leaves the building fast, sometimes collagen doesn’t get the memo. The result? A little less volume, a little less bounce, and a lot more Googling.
Here’s the skin story behind the scale story—and how to stay glow-first, no matter what your body’s doing.
THE PERKS:
✨ It’s Not Just Weight You’re Losing
💖 Hormonal Harmony = Happy Skin
GLP-1s stabilize insulin and glucagon levels, which means fewer flare-ups and less hormonal chaos. That translates to calmer skin and fewer surprise breakouts.
🔥 Less Inflammation = More Chill
These meds are known inflammation busters. Less redness. Less puff. Even some psoriasis wins. Science-backed glow-ups? Yes please.
THE TRADE-OFFS:
And Now, A Word From Your Skin’s PR Team
😶 "Ozempic Face"
Translation: your cheeks just ghosted you. Fast fat loss = volume loss. The structure that made you look “rested” might need a boost—fillers, collagen-stimulators, or just some time.
💧 Dry AF (As Face)
Some users notice their skin turns into a desert. Less oil production = parched pores. The glazed-donut look? Still on the menu, but hydration becomes a full-time job.
↘️ Skin Laxity (aka: The Hangover)
Weight drops. Skin doesn't. At least not as fast. That loose, slightly “deflated” look? Totally normal—and totally treatable.
SO WHAT DO YOU DO ABOUT IT?
✔ Hydrate Hard
Think ceramides, hyaluronic acid, barrier-repair creams. Apply generously and often.
✔ Boost Collagen, Stat
Retinoids, peptides, microneedling, RF treatments. Anything that says “bring the bounce back.”
✔ Go Slow, If You Can
Your skin likes a slow burn. A gradual loss gives collagen a fighting chance.
✔ Phone a Derm (Preferably Us)
At Shore Dermatology, we don’t just treat skin. We coach it through your body’s big changes.
Whether you’re shedding pounds or just planning to, we can help you keep your glow—and your facial structure—intact.
Shore Dermatology: The Anti-Sag Squad
Because GLP-1 is changing your body. Let’s make sure your face doesn’t get left behind.
📍 Serving Rockville, Bethesda, Potomac, Silver Spring and beyond.
💻 Book your consult. Let’s talk tight skin, smart skincare, and post-Ozempic bounce-backs.