Skin changes - The hidden side of rapid weight loss
GLP-1 Weight Loss and Skin Changes: How The Retreatery Can Help
Medications known as GLP-1 receptor agonists are transforming the weight loss landscape. By helping regulate appetite and blood sugar levels, these treatments can lead to significant, sustainable weight loss. For many, the results are life-changing, with increased energy, improved health, and renewed confidence.
However, rapid weight loss can lead to unexpected changes in the skin and facial appearance. At The Retreatery, our discreet, nurse-led medical aesthetics clinic in Sussex, we specialise in helping clients manage these changes so they feel as confident in their skin as they do about their health.
The Hidden Side of Rapid Weight Loss
While the health benefits of GLP-1 receptor medications are clear, losing weight quickly can affect the skin in several ways:
Loose skin – particularly around the jawline, neck, stomach and arms.
Facial volume loss – where cheeks, temples and under-eyes can appear more hollow.
Reduced skin tone and elasticity – as collagen and elastin fibres weaken, the skin may look thinner and less firm.
Case Study: Sarah’s Journey
Sarah’s weight loss Journey and how
The Retreatery were able to help
Sarah (name changed for privacy), a client in her early 50s, came to The Retreatery after losing over three stone while taking a GLP-1 receptor medication. She was delighted with her weight loss but noticed her face looked more tired, her jawline had softened, and her skin felt less firm.
During her consultation, we designed a tailored treatment plan to address her concerns:
Dermal Fillers were used to restore gentle volume in her cheeks and subtly lift her lower face.
Profhilo® was introduced to stimulate collagen and elastin, improving her skin’s firmness and hydration.
Morpheus8 sessions targeted skin laxity around her jawline and neck, tightening and refining her contours.
Within weeks, Sarah reported that she not only looked fresher and more youthful, but also felt that her appearance finally reflected the vitality she had gained through weight loss. Most importantly, she regained confidence in her reflection — something that had been missing despite her incredible health transformation.
Treatments we offer for Skin Rejuvenation
At The Retreatery, we create bespoke treatment plans that may include:
Wrinkle-Smoothing Injections to soften fine lines and refresh the complexion.
Dermal Fillers to restore natural volume and redefine facial contours.
Profhilo® to boost elasticity and hydration at a cellular level.
Morpheus8 combines microneedling and radiofrequency for deep tissue tightening.
Medical Microneedling stimulating collagen for smoother, brighter, more resilient skin.
Discreet Expertise, Natural Results
Weight loss achieved through GLP-1 receptor medications can be empowering, but unexpected changes in skin tone and texture are common. At The Retreatery, we provide private, professional care led by highly experienced nurses who understand how to restore balance and enhance confidence.
Our philosophy is built on subtlety and harmony rejuvenating your skin and contours while ensuring the results remain beautifully natural.
Your transformation doesn’t end with weight loss, it continues with how you feel in your own skin.
Talk to our team today and let The Retreatery help you take that next step with confidence.