Jowls: Understanding, Prevention & Treatment Options
What Are Jowls?
Jowls refer to sagging or drooping skin that appears along the lower cheeks and jawline — often softening once-sharp facial contours.
While common with age, jowls don’t have to be permanent. At Chloe Regan Cosmetic Clinic, we take a confident, compassionate approach to facial aging — helping you reclaim definition with subtle, natural-looking results using leading non-surgical treatments.
What Causes Jowls?
Ageing from Within
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Collagen & Elastin Decline: Skin loses structure and bounce.
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Volume Loss: Cheek fat pads shift downward with time.
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Bone Changes: Subtle jawbone resorption affects skin support.
Lifestyle Factors That Worsen Jowls
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UV damage, smoking, weight fluctuations, and tech neck contribute to skin sagging and softening of the jawline.
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Your genetics, posture, and facial movements also influence how jowls develop.
Can Jowls Be Prevented?
Jowls are influenced by natural ageing and genetics, so they cannot always be prevented. However, looking after your skin and reducing avoidable lifestyle factors may help support skin health as you age.
Daily sun protection, avoiding smoking, maintaining a relatively stable weight and following a consistent skincare routine can all form part of a sensible approach to jowl prevention. Avoiding repeated major weight fluctuations may also help minimise changes in facial volume and skin laxity over time.
Rather than thinking of jowl prevention as stopping the ageing process, it is more realistic to focus on protecting the skin, supporting its condition and addressing changes early if they begin to concern you.
Jowls vs a Double Chin: What’s the Difference?
Jowls and a double chin affect different areas of the lower face and can have different underlying causes.
Jowls refer to sagging or drooping tissue that develops along the sides of the jawline, often making the border of the jaw appear softer or less defined.
A double chin generally describes fullness beneath the chin.
It is possible to have jowls, under-chin fullness or both at the same time. Identifying what is contributing to the change in your lower face is an important part of choosing an appropriate treatment approach.
Your Personalised Jowls Treatment Journey
At Chloe Regan Cosmetic Clinic, we begin with a complimentary, no-obligation consultation:
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Comprehensive VISIA® skin analysis
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Personalised treatment planning by qualified clinicians
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Education on how and why facial aging occurs
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We listen carefully to your concerns and collaborate with you on achieving results you’ll love—naturally.
Jowl Treatment: What Works?
The most suitable jowl treatment depends on what is contributing to the change in your jawline. Skin laxity, loss of facial support, changes in skin quality and the degree of jowling can all influence which approach may be appropriate.
For skin laxity and reduced jawline definition, Ultraformer MPT HIFU may be considered to target deeper layers of tissue and support collagen remodelling.
Where skin quality, texture or collagen support are also concerns, treatments such as SkinPen microneedling or Secret RF microneedling may form part of a personalised treatment plan.
If you're looking for treatments for jowls, or wondering how to get rid of jowls, it helps to know that non-surgical options may improve their appearance but can't always remove them completely.
At our Noosa clinic, we see clients from across the Sunshine Coast and assess each face individually before recommending a treatment approach.
Non-Surgical Jowls Treatment Options in Noosa
Our latest-generation medical grade HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) treatment:
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Targets the deep dermal and SMAS layers to lift and sculpt
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Improves collagen and skin firmness from within
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Especially effective for jawline definition and under-chin tightening
⚡ Faster, better results and more comfortable than traditional HIFU systems—with zero downtime.
A TGA-approved, precision microneedling device ideal for firming and skin rejuvenation:
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Induces controlled micro-injuries to stimulate natural collagen production
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Improves skin strength, texture, and tone
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Particularly effective when skin laxity is mild to moderate
🌿 Minimal downtime, suitable for all skin types, and ideal for early jowl prevention and rejuvenation.
A powerful technology that combines radiofrequency with microneedling for deeper collagen renewal:
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Addresses more advanced laxity or ageing concerns
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Builds dermal thickness and lifts tissue from within
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Refines lower face contours and rejuvenates skin texture
📈 Ideal for clients ready to take a targeted, high-performance step toward tightening and revitalisation.
We offer a range of professional medical treatments designed to help improve the appearance of sagging in the lower face and soften visible signs of ageing along the jawline. These treatments are administered by our qualified cosmetic team, following a thorough consultation and assessment.
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Volume restoration and contour support: Certain advanced gel-based products can be used to restore structure and definition to areas affected by volume loss, including the jawline and chin.
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Skin hydration and collagen support: Treatments are available that work to improve overall skin quality, promote deep hydration, and support long-term collagen production—ideal for improving skin firmness and resilience.
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Muscle-relaxing techniques: Where appropriate, targeted approaches may be used to relax specific muscles contributing to downward pull in the lower face and neck. This can enhance jawline definition and create a more lifted, youthful appearance.
📋 All medical treatments are performed following a personalised consultation to determine suitability, and are only available by prescription from our on-site medical professionals.
Non-Surgical vs Surgical Treatment for Jowls
Non-surgical jowl treatments generally focus on improving skin firmness, supporting collagen or enhancing the appearance of the lower face and jawline without surgery. They may be suitable for people with mild to moderate changes, although the degree of improvement varies from person to person.
Surgical procedures can address excess or descended tissue more directly and may be considered when jowling is more advanced or when someone is seeking a greater structural change. Surgery involves different risks, recovery requirements and costs and should be discussed with an appropriately qualified medical practitioner.
Non-surgical treatments do not replicate the outcome of surgery. The right approach depends on the degree of jowling, your expectations and whether you prefer a non-surgical or surgical pathway.
Jowl Treatment Cost, Sessions and Results
The cost and number of sessions needed for jowl treatment depend on the treatment recommended, the treatment area and your individual concerns.
Ultraformer MPT treatment for jowls is generally considered a medium treatment area, with pricing typically ranging from $850–$1,400. The exact treatment area, treatment plan and final cost are confirmed during your consultation.
For Ultraformer MPT, one treatment may often be performed initially, with any further treatment considered according to your individual needs, response and treatment goals.
Some changes may become noticeable within the first few weeks following Ultraformer treatment, with the appearance continuing to develop as collagen remodelling occurs. Around 12 weeks can be a useful point to assess the developing result.
SkinPen and Secret RF treatment pricing depends on the treatment plan recommended and is confirmed during consultation. These treatments may also involve different treatment schedules and results timelines.
Results and longevity vary between individuals and can be influenced by factors such as age, skin condition, lifestyle and the treatment performed.
Supporting Your Results
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💎 Maintain with expert-led cosmeceutical skincare products: Crave Skin, Cosmedix Elite, Aspect Dr, Mesoestetic, SkinBetter Science
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🔍 Track progress digitally with VISIA® imaging
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🛍️ Enjoy flexibility with Zip Pay & After Pay is Available
Jowls: FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
At what age do jowls usually appear?
Most clients begin noticing jowl softening in their late 30s to mid-40s, with deeper descent in their 50s or beyond.
Can losing weight reduce the appearance of jowls?
In some cases, yes. However, rapid weight loss or major facial fat reduction may also exacerbate loose skin. Treatments like Ultraformer MPT and SkinPen® can help offset this by tightening skin from within.
Do non-surgical jowl treatments hurt?
Most non-surgical treatments are well tolerated. Numbing creams are often used to minimise discomfort. Our experienced clinicians ensure your treatment is as comfortable as possible.
What is the recovery time for jowl treatments?
Most treatments involve minimal downtime. You may experience slight swelling, redness, or bruising, which typically subsides within a few days. Our team will provide full aftercare instructions.
Am I a good candidate for jowl treatments?
Ideal candidates include those with mild to moderate skin laxity who are seeking a non-surgical solution. A thorough consultation is essential to assess your needs and determine the best approach.
How much does jowl treatment cost?
The cost of jowl treatment depends on the treatment recommended and your individual treatment plan. Ultraformer MPT treatment for jowls is generally considered a medium treatment area, with pricing typically ranging from $850–$1,400. Your exact treatment area and final cost are confirmed during consultation.
SkinPen and Secret RF pricing depends on the treatment plan recommended and is also confirmed during consultation.
Can you get rid of jowls without surgery?
Non-surgical treatments may improve the appearance of jowls by targeting concerns such as skin laxity, collagen loss or reduced jawline definition. How much improvement is possible depends on the individual and the degree of jowling.
Non-surgical treatments cannot always remove jowls completely and do not produce the same structural changes as surgery.
Do jowl exercises work?
There is currently limited evidence that facial exercises can reliably reduce or lift jowls. While facial exercises may affect facial muscles, jowls are also influenced by factors such as skin laxity, changes in facial volume, ageing and genetics.
If jowls are bothering you, an assessment can help identify what is contributing to them and which treatment options may be appropriate.
Are jowls genetic?
Genetics can influence how and when jowls develop, including characteristics such as facial structure, skin quality and how the face changes with age.
Genetics are only one factor, however, with natural ageing, sun exposure, smoking and weight fluctuations also potentially contributing to changes around the jawline.
Why Clients Choose Us
✓ 18+ years of expertise in cosmetic skin science
🏆 Award-winning care with a relaxed, educational approach
✓ Results-focused, ethical, and personalised aesthetic medicine
✓ Advanced medical treatment devices and leading clinical skincare
🏆 Awards & Achievements 🏆
Chloe and her team of highly skilled Dermal and Skin Therapists have been recognised nationally for their outstanding results. With multiple prestigious awards across Australia, you can feel confident knowing you’re in expert hands at Chloe Regan Cosmetic Clinic.
🏆 Winner - Best Dermal Therapist of the year Australia & NZ - ABIA Awards 2025
🏆 Winner - Best Skin Transformation, Australia - ABACTA Awards 2022
🏆 2nd Place - Beauty Queen, Australia - ABACTA Awards 2021
🏆 Winner - Best Face Results, Australia - Face & Body Awards 2019
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28 Eenie Creek Rd
Noosaville, Sunshine Coast QLD 4566