Have you noticed your jawline looking a little softer or less defined?

You’re not alone as subtle changes in the lower face are a normal part of ageing, and many clients visit Transform Clinic Christchurch looking to gently rejuvenate and contour this area.

The great news is that today’s advanced, non-surgical cosmetic treatments in Christchurch offer natural-looking improvement, helping lift, tighten, and re-shape the jawline for a refreshed, more sculpted appearance. So, if jowling or sagging has become a concern to you, but you aren’t looking for surgery, read on to learn more about these treatments.

Let’s take a closer look at why jawline changes happen, and the most effective jawline treatments available in New Zealand, including popular options right here at our Christchurch clinic.

Why the Jawline Starts to Change Over Time

A softer jawline typically develops due to a combination of natural, gradual changes:

• Reduced collagen and elastin as we get older: Skin becomes less firm as collagen production slows and loses elasticity as elastin present decreases, causing sagging and fine lines in the lower face.
  
  
• Volume changes through the mid-face: Cheek volume can diminish, causing the lower face to appear heavier.
  
  
• Bone and fat pad changes: The jawbone and supporting structures subtly shift over time.
  
  
• Gravity and repetitive movement: These gently pull the tissues downwards.

These factors can lead to jowls, a less-defined jawline, and a change in facial contour. While good skincare helps maintain skin quality, deeper structural changes often benefit from appearance medicine treatments designed to restore lift and definition.

Treatments to help:

Dermal Fillers

Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are one of the most effective ways to restore definition and structure through the jawline and lower face.

By replacing lost volume and subtly contouring key areas, fillers can:

• Support the jawline for a sharper, more sculpted appearance.
• Reduce the look of jowls.
• Rebalance the proportions of the mid and lower face.
• Create a subtle lifting effect without surgery.

Results are immediate and natural-looking, and treatment plans are tailored to your unique facial structure.

Some dermal fillers such as Radiesse® or Sculptra® also stimulate collagen production for long-term strengthening and support.

EM Visage

EM Visage is a popular non-surgical treatment in Christchurch that uses advanced electromagnetic technology to strengthen and tone the facial muscles.

As we age, the facial muscles naturally weaken and elongate, contributing to sagging and a heavier-looking jawline. EM Visage stimulates the facial muscles to contract and tighten, improving the strength and tension of the muscle fibres and enhancing the support of facial tissues and facial posture. The result is a more lifted, sculpted, and youthful appearance.

EM Visage helps by:

• Firming and tightening the lower face.
• Lifting the jawline by improving underlying muscle tone.
• Enhancing facial contours for a more youthful look.
• Delivering a refreshed appearance without downtime.

Fotona Laser Treatments

Fotona skin rejuvenation treatments help to tighten, lift, and improve skin texture. Fotona is a great option for the face, lower face, and also the neck, to tighten and firm the skin and reduce sagging and fine lines in those areas.

Fotona laser can:

• Tighten and lift sagging skin
• Smooth texture and refine the skin’s surface
• Treat both face and neck for a more cohesive, lifted result

Fotona skin tightening can be customised to what results you're after, and how much downtime you are comfortable with. Choose from Fotona 1D, 2D, 3D, 4D, and we can target problem areas such as fine lines, smokers lines, the lower face, and neck. The best thing to do is book a complimentary consultation with one of our experienced nurses at one of our Transform Clinics in Christchurch (where we house our Fotona lasers).

Skin Quality Treatments

Sometimes the appearance of the jawline is affected not just by structure, but by skin quality itself. Treatments that strengthen, hydrate, boost collagen production, and improve elasticity can transform how the jawline looks — either on their own or alongside fillers and laser.

Treatments like microneedling, and collagen-stimulating injectables help to:

• Improve firmness and elasticity
• Strengthen the skin so it sits more smoothly along the jaw
• Boost hydration and radiance
• Complement filler or laser results for a holistic outcome
• Enhanced skin quality means the jawline looks smoother, tighter, and more refined.

At Transform Clinic, we offer a variety of results-driven skin quality treatments such as Procell Therapies Microchanneling, Profhilo®, Profhilo Structura®, Sunekos®, Radiesse®, or Sculptra®.