Comprehensive Rejuvenation: Targeting Lower-Face Contour and Skin Elasticity

With the increase in face-to-face interactions driven by more active outdoor lifestyles, interest in appearance management is also on the rise. In particular, aging-related changes such as the loss of lower-face contour and reduced skin elasticity can easily make one appear tired or less vibrant. As a result, comprehensive medical approaches that address not only facial contour but also skin elasticity are gaining growing attention.

At the 38th Minimally Invasive Plastic Surgery Symposium (MIPS) held on the 26th, the latest insights into such comprehensive medical approaches were discussed.

One notable presentation was given by Director Ju Young Go of Atelier Plastic Surgery, who delivered a lecture titled “Practical Lower-Face Structural Rejuvenation: Clinical Application of Loriant Filler and Element Skin Booster.”

Director Ju Young Go emphasized that aging of the lower face is not merely a skin issue, but rather stems from comprehensive changes in both the skeletal structure and soft tissues. She explained that for true rejuvenation, a dual approach targeting both the underlying structure and the skin is essential.

"Lower facial aging isn't simply a skin issue; it stems from changes across the entire skeletal structure and soft tissues, including mandibular bone resorption, maxillary retraction, and the descent of fat pads," She explained. "As the dermal layer thins and collagen decreases, skin elasticity also declines. For true rejuvenation, we need a dual-strategy approach that simultaneously targets both structure and skin, considering these complex patterns of aging."

In this lecture, actual clinical cases combining Lorient Filler and Element Skin Booster were also shared. "For a female patient in her 40s whose chin volume had diminished and jawline had sagged, we first secured structural support with Lorient Filler and then concurrently used Element to restore both skin elasticity and radiance," explained Director Ju Young Go. "Starting from two weeks after the procedure, not only did her facial contour improve, but her skin texture and tone also changed stably, leading to significantly high patient satisfaction."

Director Ju Young Go stated, “Loriant Filler provides strong structural support and has excellent longevity, making it especially reliable for areas where contours are immediately visible, such as the chin and jawline.” She added, “Its balanced design in terms of viscoelasticity and cohesiveness allows for a stable, voluminous effect right after the procedure, with results that remain natural over time.”

She further added, “Loriant Element contains high concentrations of key ingredients involved in brightening and elasticity—such as glutathione, vitamin C, tranexamic acid, and niacinamide—and all components are formulated with molecular weights under 500 Da, which allows them to effectively penetrate the skin barrier.” She emphasized, “Above all, it causes minimal swelling or skin reactions after the procedure, making it suitable even for sensitive areas like the lower face without causing undue burden.”

Director Ju Young Go emphasized, “For lower-face procedures, the most effective approach is to first reinforce the underlying structure and then improve the skin.” She added, “Both contour and surface need to be addressed simultaneously to achieve a higher level of visual completeness, which also enhances patient satisfaction and the longevity of results. Loriant filler and Element are each optimized for their respective roles, and when used together, they produce a clear synergistic effect.”

This lecture reportedly received an enthusiastic response from medical professionals in the field, as it presented a comprehensive rejuvenation strategy that addresses both structure and skin, based on clinical experience.