Dr Joanna Christou

Losing definition around our jawlines is a common issue as we age. The supportive compounds that keep our faces looking sculpted, like elastin and collagen, start to diminish and we can lose fat in the cheeks and temples, causing our chin and neck to lose its form. Our skin also tends to become drier and thinner, making it less resilient and more vulnerable to the effects of gravity. Sagging skin can therefore develop around the chin and jawline, creating a jowl-like appearance that ages our overall look. Thankfully, The Cosmetic Skin Clinic has a range of treatment options available that work to specifically target sagging skin on the jowls.

In the not too distant past, Gym face was a much talked about trend in the cosmetic and beauty industry, but with the latest lockdowns and many of us now in the boardroom on Zoom conference calls or at home catching up with friends and relatives via Zoom and other house party Apps, we are witnessing a brand new dilemma; the ‘Zoom Face’ phenomenon. Many of us have had to spend the last few lockdown months attempting to manoeuvre through a rather surreal experience of looking at one’s own face on daily video calls. This reality of seeing yourself in harsh lighting and from new angles has prompted many of us to notice our facial flaws more closely, from laughter lines or wrinkles to complexion issues. While it’s clear that Zoom itself isn't the cause, the overall experience has put our faces right under harsh spotlights for everyone to see.