Neck & Jawline Laxity

Neck and jawline laxity happens as ageing reduces collagen and elastin, soft tissues descend, and muscles pull downward. The result can be a softer jawline, early jowls and visible neck bands.

What causes laxity here?

  • Skin quality changes: Reduced collagen/elastin and sun damage

  • Muscle pull: Overactive platysma draws the lower face and neck down

  • Volume/bony support loss: Chin, jaw and mid-face changes blunt definition

  • Genetics, weight change & posture (“tech neck”) can all contribute

Best suited for

  • Mild to moderate laxity, soft jawline or early jowls

  • Vertical neck bands or subtle “pull-down” around the lower face

  • Patients seeking natural, non-surgical improvement

  • Not suitable if pregnant/breastfeeding, with certain neuromuscular conditions, or active skin infection.

Your treatment journey

  1. Medical consultation: Full assessment of skin, muscle activity and facial support.

  2. Personalised plan: Clear options, pros/cons and expected outcomes.

  3. Treatment: Gentle, anatomy-led techniques for natural results.

  4. Review: Routine check at 4 weeks


Aftercare (quick guide)

  • Stay upright for 4 hours post anti-wrinkle; avoid rubbing/massaging treated areas.

  • Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and hot baths for 24 hours.

  • Avoid alcohol and heavy makeup on the day of treatment.

  • For filler: expect mild swelling/bruising; use cool compresses and avoid pressure on the jaw/neck.

Results & expectations

  • Aim is a subtle lift, crisper jawline definition and smoother neck texture while keeping your natural character.

  • Maintenance is typically 3–4 months for anti-wrinkle; 9–12 months for filler; skin-quality treatments are done as a course with periodic top-ups.

  • Good skincare and sun protection help maintain results.

 

Treatment options at our clinic

How it works: Precise micro-doses relax the platysma along the jawline and neck to reduce downward pull, allowing a subtler lift and a neater jaw outline.

At a glance:

  • Procedure time: 15–20 minutes

  • Onset: 2–4 weeks; peak: 4 weeks

  • Longevity: ~3–4 months (varies)

  • Downtime: Minimal; day-to-day activities are fine

Dermal filler — jawline, chin & prejowl support (if suitable)

How it works: Hyaluronic acid filler restores structure at the chin, prejowl sulcus and along the mandibular line, sharpening definition and supporting tissues that tend to drop forward.

At a glance:

  • Procedure time: 20–40 minutes

  • Results: Immediate; refine over 1–2 weeks

  • Longevity: Typically 9–12 months (area/product dependent)

  • Downtime: Mild swelling/bruising 1–3 days

Skin quality boosters — Profhilo / Skin boosters / PRF / Polynucleotides

How it works: Improve hydration, elasticity and fine crepiness on the neck and lower face.

  • Profhilo: Usually 2 sessions 4 weeks apart; bio-remodelling for laxity and glow

  • Skin boosters: Hydration and fine-line smoothing

  • PRF / Polynucleotides: Biostimulation to support collagen and tissue repair

At a glance:

  • Procedure time: 20–30 minutes

  • Course: Typically 2–3 sessions, then maintenance

  • Downtime: Mild redness or swelling that settles quickly

Microneedling (optional)

How it works: Controlled micro-injury stimulates collagen to improve texture and fine lines on the neck.

  • Course: Often 3–6 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart

Combination approach: For many patients, the most natural improvement comes from combining platysma relaxation with structural filler support and skin-quality treatments.

Ready to refine your neck and jawline?

Book a £30 consultation (credited against treatment) to create a tailored plan for Nefertiti lift, jawline support and skin quality improvement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Non-surgical options help mild to moderate laxity. Significant excess skin may need surgical advice; we’ll be honest at consultation.

Yes—doses and placement are conservative and tailored to your features.

 

 

Anti-wrinkle effects develop over 2-3 weeks; filler is immediate; skin-quality treatments improve progressively over several weeks.

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