Jowls are sagging, loose skin below the jawline that most people develop with age. They are characterized by loose skin and fat deposits that droop below the jaw and create a poorly defined jawline or even a double chin-like appearance. The lower cheek muscles lose strength and volume, and the skin gravitates down, which gives the jawline an undefined, loose appearance. Jowls may be less pronounced in people who have thicker skin, more fat, or more collagen in the area below the cheeks and chin.
Jowls can be treated with surgical or non-surgical procedures. Surgical procedures include facelifts, neck lifts, and liposuction. Non-surgical treatments include injections of Botox across the platysma muscles and jawline, dermal fillers, and non-invasive skin tightening treatments. Maintaining a healthy weight without significant fluctuations can also help prevent further jowl formation. Makeup and clothing may also help conceal jowls.
