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Is your jawline softer than it used to be, or your neck or cheeks starting to droop? It happens to all of us, and you're not alone. We'll help you understand why and give you an honest plan, including when an in-office treatment is enough and when it isn't.
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Medically reviewed by Stephany Reese, APRN, FNP-C, medical director · Updated October 2026
Marti Bove, RN
Lead injector
The short answer
It depends on why your skin is sagging. If the skin itself has loosened, SkinTyte uses infrared heat to tighten it and stimulate new collagen. If you've lost volume in your cheeks, temples or jawline, Sculptra and dermal fillers restore support from underneath. Most people do best with both, plus BBL with SkinSmooth for skin quality. Mild to moderate laxity responds best; heavy jowls or a lot of loose neck skin may need a surgical consult, and we'll tell you honestly.
Understanding your skin
Sagging happens in layers: the skin, the fat under it and even the bone underneath all change. Knowing which layers are involved tells us which treatments will help.
With age, changes in the skin's connective tissue reduce its strength and elasticity (MedlinePlus).
The fat layer under the skin thins with age, so there's less padding to hold skin up (MedlinePlus).
The midface, eye sockets and the jaw in front of the jowls lose bone in a predictable way with age (Aesthetic Plastic Surgery).
Loose skin is one of the main signs of sun-damaged skin (AAD). Utah's sun and altitude add up over the years.
Skin collagen may drop by as much as 30% in the first five years after menopause (Clinical Interventions in Aging).
Rapid weight loss can cause fat loss under the skin, sunken cheeks and loose skin on the face and neck (Cleveland Clinic).
Know your sagging
Sagging usually comes from two things. Loose skin happens when skin loses its strength and stretch. Volume loss happens when the fat and bone underneath shrink, so the skin has less to drape over (MedlinePlus, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery). Most people have some of both, which is why we usually combine treatments.
Loose skin (laxity)
Volume loss
What you notice
Crepey or lax skin, a softer jawline, loose neck skin
Hollow cheeks or temples, a flatter midface, deeper folds
Main cause
Collagen and elastin loss, sun damage, menopause
Fat and bone loss with age or weight loss
How results show up
Gradually, over about 2–6 months as new collagen forms (AAD)
Sculptra builds over 4–6 weeks (Cleveland Clinic); hyaluronic acid fillers last about 6–12 months (Cleveland Clinic)
Heavy jowls, deep folds or a lot of loose neck skin are where a facelift or neck lift can do more than any in-office treatment. If that's you, we'll say so.
Your options
We match the treatment to the layer that's changed. Here's what each option does best, with evidence from leading medical sources.
Best for: mild to moderate laxity on the jawline, neck and body
Infrared light heats the deeper skin to contract collagen and trigger new collagen growth. Infrared devices have improved skin laxity and face and neck contours, though results vary (Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics).
Best for: gradual lift and support in the cheeks, temples and jawline
A poly-L-lactic acid collagen stimulator, FDA-approved for facial wrinkles and folds (FDA). Results build over weeks and can last more than two years (Cleveland Clinic).
Best for: restoring lost volume and structure right where it's needed
Hyaluronic acid fillers can add volume to sagging skin and usually last six months to a year (Cleveland Clinic). Placed well, they support the face without looking overdone.
Best for: skin quality, sun damage and fine lines
Tighter skin looks best when it's also clear and even. BBL treats spots and redness, and the SkinSmooth step included with every BBL targets fine lines and texture.
Best for: early laxity, texture and fine lines
Microneedling can improve sagging skin, wrinkles and texture, with full results over several months (AAD). PDGF adds growth factors during healing.
Best for: supporting collagen between treatments
Retinoids can help increase collagen, but firming creams alone give subtle results at best (AAD). We'll pair a retinoid with Alastin and daily SPF.
Real results
Real Epiphany Clinic patients, shared with their permission. Individual results vary.
SkinTyte · Sciton clinical image · before (left) and after (right) · About SkinTyte
SkinTyte · Sciton clinical image · before (left) and after (right) · About SkinTyte
Full face balancing with filler · before (left) and after (right) · About fillers
The inside-out approach
Both can. Estrogen helps skin hold collagen and stay elastic, and in early postmenopausal women skin elasticity fell about 1.5% per year, a change not seen in women on hormone therapy (Clinical Interventions in Aging). Rapid weight loss, including with GLP-1 medications, can cause facial hollowing and loose skin, and a Cleveland Clinic endocrinologist recommends aiming for about 1–2 pounds per week (Cleveland Clinic).
Hormone therapy isn't FDA-approved to treat sagging skin, and it isn't right for everyone. But hormones, weight and skin are connected. If you're in perimenopause or losing weight, we'll look at the whole picture, because we start with how you feel.
Hormone therapy for women → · Medical weight loss → · Volume loss →
Protect your results
Sun protection is one of the habits linked to the best skin-tightening results (AAD), and daily sunscreen measurably slows skin aging (Annals of Internal Medicine).
Slower weight loss, enough protein and good skincare help protect your face and skin (Cleveland Clinic).
People who don't smoke and limit alcohol tend to get the best results from skin tightening (AAD).
Heat-based tightening works best for people who are just starting to show signs of aging (Cleveland Clinic). Building collagen early is easier than chasing it later.
Your care team
Lead injector
Marti uses Sculptra and fillers to restore lost structure so results look natural, never overdone.
Lead aesthetician
Rashelle performs SkinTyte tightening and BBL to firm and refresh the skin itself.
Medical director
Stephany looks at the hormone and weight side of skin changes and will tell you honestly if surgery is the better path.
Real reviews
★★★★★
“…SkinTyte on my lower face and neck, one Moxi, and a few BBL… Freckles and dark spots have gone away or diminished so much that I rarely wear make up…”
Heather W. · Google review
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“I had SkinTyte done by Rachelle today. I am surprised to already be seeing some mild results!”
Sherri H. · Google review
★★★★★
“I’ve been injected by multiple providers, and this was by far the most gentle… She thoroughly explained everything, went over future treatment options with zero pressure to do more or spend more…”
Janae B. · Google review
Your questions, answered
Can sagging skin be tightened without surgery?
Mild to moderate sagging often can. Nonsurgical tightening works best when sagging is minimal, and results are modest and build over months (AAD). For extensive sagging, surgery gives better results.
When do I need a facelift instead?
If you have significant jowls, deep folds or a lot of loose neck skin, a facelift or neck lift is usually the better answer. Minimally invasive treatments can't achieve the same results, but they may help delay the time a facelift becomes appropriate (ASPS). We'll tell you honestly which group you're in.
Should I get Sculptra or filler for sagging?
Hyaluronic acid fillers add volume where it's placed and usually last six months to a year (Cleveland Clinic). Sculptra works gradually by stimulating collagen and can last more than two years (Cleveland Clinic). Many people benefit from both.
How long do skin tightening results last?
With good skincare, heat-based tightening results may last one to three years, though your skin keeps aging naturally (Cleveland Clinic). Many patients plan maintenance sessions to keep their results.
Can you tighten loose skin after weight loss?
For mild to moderate loose skin, SkinTyte can help on the face, neck, around the eyes and all over the body, like the arms and abdomen. If there's a lot of hanging skin after major weight loss, surgery gives better results for extensive sagging (AAD), and we'll be upfront about that.
How much does sagging skin treatment cost in American Fork?
Consultations are complimentary. Cost depends on the treatment, the area and how many sessions or syringes you need, and Beauty Bank members save on many services. See our price guide for SkinTyte, Sculptra and fillers.
Where can I get skin tightening near American Fork?
Epiphany Clinic is at 119 S Pacific Dr, Suite 102, American Fork, UT 84003, a short drive from Lehi, Pleasant Grove, Highland, Alpine, Cedar Hills, Saratoga Springs and Orem. Call or text (801) 477-7294 to book.
This page was medically reviewed by Stephany Reese, APRN, FNP-C, medical director of Epiphany Clinic, in October 2026. It's for education and isn't a substitute for a personal consultation.
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