We will explain the causes and prevention methods for a double chin. The BTL Exilis Elite Face program gently tightens the skin and removes the subcutaneous fat layer. The results can last for months.
A double chin most often appears and becomes a concern for women after 25–30 – due to a decrease in collagen in the tissues, hormonal shifts, and poor posture. It can occur even at a normal weight, yet it spoils the facial contours, makes the face look older, and can lead to insecurities. Knowing the exact causes, early signs, and preventive measures can help stop the problem and correct it with non-invasive treatments.
What Causes a Double Chin
A double chin is often attributed to excess weight, although in reality, the problem can occur even in slender individuals. There are several predisposing factors:
- Genetics – determines local fat accumulation under the jaw.
- Aging – weakens the skin and muscles.
- Slouching from gadgets (“tech neck”) – stretches the neck tissues.
It’s worth considering that causes can combine – for example, genetics plus slouching accelerates the problem. Evidence shows that weight loss reduces the subcutaneous fat layer in the neck area, but the effect is only partial, therefore additional correction methods are necessary. Understanding the causes helps choose the right approach – from home exercises and diet to in-clinic device-based procedures.
Can Diet and Exercises Really Help
The effect of diets and exercise is limited. Certainly, a balanced diet reduces the volume of adipose tissue, but most often this is not the main cause of a double chin. Exercise tones the muscles but does not affect the skin and sagging tissues. Thus, weight loss reduces neck subcutaneous fat, while laxity (“turkey neck”) remains because the skin does not have time to tighten.
Therefore, these methods are good for prevention or mild cases. But with a genetic predisposition or ptosis, professional correction is still required. For example, device-based procedures or injections provide lasting results without surgery.
Non-Surgical Treatments at PRIVATE AESTHETIC CENTER by PUNIN
At PRIVATE AESTHETIC CENTER by PUNIN, a program for correcting a double chin has been developed. It includes the use of BTL Exilis Elite Face and personally selected care products from a cosmetologist for maximum effect. A course of 4–6 sessions helps remove fat deposits in the neck area, tighten the skin, and make the facial contour more defined and expressive.
The treatment is painless, requires no recovery period – you can continue with your usual lifestyle. Results are noticeable after the first session, and the effect lasts 1–2 years. The method is designed for those who want to achieve a lasting and noticeable result without incisions or surgery.
How Radiofrequency and Ultrasound Work Together
Let’s understand how radiofrequency (RF) energy and ultrasound work and why this combination delivers excellent results. During the treatment, the aesthetician applies an ultrasound gel to the skin – it cools the surface, so there is no discomfort. Then, they move a special handpiece over the chin and neck for 20–30 minutes, during which a pleasant warmth is felt.
The deep layers of the dermis are heated to 40–42°C. The collagen present in the skin contracts, and we get an RF lifting effect, i.e., tightening. Ultrasound penetrates deeper, destroys fat cells, and stimulates collagen production. As a result, the volume of fat deposits decreases, and facial contours become more defined.
Prevention: Posture and Skincare Habits
Achieving a sculpted jawline requires a comprehensive approach that goes beyond in-clinic procedures. Daily habits play a significant role in maintaining skin elasticity and preventing fluid retention or fat accumulation under the chin. By adopting a consistent routine, you can significantly enhance the longevity of your aesthetic results.
Integrating targeted skincare, mindful movement, and ergonomic adjustments into your daily life creates a strong foundation for neck and jawline health. These proactive measures help combat the effects of gravity and aging before they become pronounced.
In addition to using microcurrent for face and other professional uneven skin tone treatments, it’s important not to overlook prevention – both before and after your procedures. Taking daily steps to protect and nourish your skin will maximize the benefits of any clinic visit. Maintaining these habits ensures your facial contours remain sharp and well-defined over time. Let’s discuss in more detail:
Firming Creams
Look for products containing retinol, peptides (such as Matrixyl or Argireline) to improve skin density, hyaluronic acid for deep hydration and plumping fine lines, and vitamin C. It’s best to avoid thick, pore-clogging ingredients like coconut oil or petroleum jelly, as well as alcohol, which can be drying. Apply morning and night using gentle, upward patting motions.
Neck exercises
They strengthen the subcutaneous neck muscle (the platysma), reduce fat deposits, and help remove a double chin. To do this, tilt your head back, extend your lips toward the ceiling, and hold for 5 seconds. Slowly lower your chin until you feel a stretch at the back of your neck. Place a fist under your chin and press forward for 10 seconds, resisting with your hand. Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth, tuck your chin in, and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat each exercise up to 10 times.
Posture
Poor posture increases the load on the neck muscles. As a result, they lose tone, fat accumulates more quickly, and the skin stretches from constant tension, leading to the subtle appearance of a double chin. Therefore, it’s advisable to hold your phone at eye level, use an office chair with lumbar support to prevent slouching during sedentary work, and take breaks every 30 minutes.
Who Is the Ideal Candidate
BTL Exilis Elite Face is created for women aged 30–55 with mild to moderate laxity of the chin and neck skin. Specifically, when the facial contour is slightly blurred, fat deposits have appeared under the jaw, meaning the skin sags slightly when tilting the head, but elasticity is preserved and there are no deep folds. The double chin is noticeable in profile photos, but excess weight is absent. This is a fairly common problem that can arise after childbirth, gaining 5–7 kg, long hours at a computer, or with the first signs of aging that require skin rejuvenation. In such cases, the program provides an excellent effect, noticeable after the first treatment, and the result will last for 2 years.
Key Takeaways
Restoring defined facial contours and removing a double chin without surgery, bruising, or lengthy recovery is possible. The BTL Exilis Elite Face program is designed with your health and beauty in mind, taking into account the age-related changes occurring in your skin. It delivers long-lasting results after just 4–6 sessions. Moreover, there is no need to alter your daily routine – you can return to your everyday activities immediately after the procedure.
Book a consultation at PRIVATE AESTHETIC CENTER by PUNIN to learn more about the possibilities of BTL Exilis Elite Face and select an individual double chin correction program.
