The Aesthetic Angle: Navigating GLP-1s and Your Skin

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists — medications originally created for type 2 diabetes and now widely used for medical weight management — have transformed the health and wellness landscape. As patients experience significant weight loss, a new and important conversation is emerging in aesthetic dermatology:

How do GLP-1 medications affect your skin and overall appearance? At Z Dermatology, Dr. Ann Zedlitz and her weight-loss consultants, Jennifer Holley, FNP-C and Jerrica Kitto, PA-C, provide expert, personalized care to support your wellness, confidence, and skin health throughout your GLP-1 journey.

The Dual Impact: Weight Loss & Aesthetic Changes

GLP-1s are highly effective for weight reduction — but rapid weight loss can also highlight age-related changes in the skin. That’s where Z Dermatology comes in.

The “GLP-1 Face”: Facial Volume Loss

One of the most talked-about aesthetic effects of GLP-1 therapy is facial thinning, commonly called “GLP-1 Face.”

The Cause: Rapid weight loss can reduce subcutaneous facial fat — especially in the cheeks, temples, and under-eyes.

The Result: A more sunken or hollow appearance, with fine lines, wrinkles, and jowls appearing more pronounced.

The Z Plan: A customized combination of:

• Balanced nutrition guidance
• Heat-based collagen treatments like Morpheus8 Skin Tightening
• Bio-stimulatory fillers (e.g., Radiesse®)
• PRP or exosome-based rejuvenation (Plated™)

Increased Skin Laxity

Rapid bodyweight changes can create loose, “crepey” skin across the neck, arms, abdomen, and thighs.

The Cause: Skin stretched over time does not always retract quickly after fat volume decreases.

The Result: More visible sagging that may impact body contour and confidence.

The Z Plan: Customized, preventative treatments such as:

• Morpheus8 Body
• Ultherapy® Skin Tightening
• Laser resurfacing
• Collagen stimulation treatments 

Your plan is always based on your unique skin condition and rate of weight loss.

At Z Dermatology, Dr. Z and her team combine medical expertise with advanced aesthetic technology to help your appearance evolve beautifully along with your weight-loss journey.

Treatments may include:

• Dermal fillers
• Collagen stimulator
• Skin tightening procedures
• Laser resurfacing
• Exosome or PRP therapies
• Nutritional support & weight-management follow-ups with Jennifer, NP and Jerrica, PA.

Beyond Aesthetics: Dermatologic Benefits of GLP-1 Medications

Early research shows GLP-1 medications may offer benefits beyond weight control:

• Inflammatory Skin Conditions

GLP-1s may help regulate inflammatory pathways involved in:

• Psoriasis
• Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)

Let Z Dermatology ensure your outward appearance matches your inner vibrance and vitality.

Ready for Your Customized GLP-1 Aesthetic Plan?

Our weight-management and aesthetic team — including Jennifer Holley, FNP-C and Jerrica Kitto, PA-C — is now accepting consultations.

Call Z Dermatology: 225-778-7540

Locations: Baton Rouge & Prairieville

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