Hollow cheeks & volume loss
The cheekbones are no longer full, the temples and under-eye area sink in, and your face looks tired and thinner even though you're well.
Why does the face lose volume?
The fullness of the face comes from several layers: fat pads beneath the skin, the network of collagen and elastin, muscle, and even the bone structure beneath. From around the late twenties, all these layers begin to decline gradually.
Fat pads shrink and slide down, collagen thins, and facial bone loses density over the years. The result is flatter cheekbones, sunken temples and under-eye area, deeper smile lines, and a face that loses its youthful curves.
Learn more about causes and common types
What causes hollow cheeks and volume loss?
Natural ageing
- Declining collagenThinner, less elastic skin that's no longer as full as before.
- Shrinking, shifting fat padsFat in the cheeks and temples shrinks and slides downwards.
External factors
- SunlightUV rays speed up the breakdown of collagen.
- Rapid weight lossSudden fat loss makes the face visibly hollow.
Lifestyle & constitution
- Smoking, stress, lack of sleepReduce skin quality and the rate of collagen renewal.
- GeneticsSome people lose volume earlier and more noticeably.
Common types
The cheekbones lose height and the nasolabial folds deepen.
The temples sink in, making the face look thin and angular.
A hollow under the eye casts a shadow, making the eyes look tired and dark.
Where should I start?
Everyone has a different cause and degree, so the most important thing is to understand your condition correctly before choosing a solution.
During your Da Ký™, we look at your face from several angles and in different light, identifying which areas are losing volume, how lax the skin is and the quality of your collagen. Not every hollow face needs filling: in many cases, simply firmer, thicker skin makes the face look noticeably fresher.
Home care
Protecting the collagen you have is the best way to slow volume loss.
Consistent sunscreen, enough sleep, enough protein and avoiding very rapid weight loss help the face stay full for longer.
Recommendations we often give
- Wear sunscreen every day. UV rays are the leading cause of collagen breakdown, even on cloudy days.
- Retinoids and peptides. Actives that support collagen production help skin become thicker and firmer over time.
- Lose weight gradually. Losing weight too quickly makes the face hollow and the skin visibly lax.
- Eat enough protein, sleep enough. Collagen needs raw materials and recovery time to be renewed.
At Claire, we work with cosmeceutical lines such as SkinCeuticals, ZO Skin Health, Obagi, Dermalogica and Phytomer, and only suggest a product when it truly suits your skin.
In-clinic options
At Claire, we focus on restoring the skin's supporting framework: stimulating collagen in the deeper layers so skin becomes thicker and firmer, making the face look fuller and more youthful in a natural way.
Skin Tightening with Exilis Ultra 360 combines RF and ultrasound, warming the skin's layers deeply to stimulate collagen and elastin, so skin becomes firmer and fuller after each session without invasive procedures.
Focus360 acts on several layers: UltraLift focused ultrasound supports the SMAS muscle layer, RF microneedling renews the dermis, and Exosome aids recovery. It's the complete option when volume loss comes with sagging and wrinkles.
See how each treatment acts
| Treatments | Stimulates collagen | Firms skin | Supports structure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skin TighteningExilis Ultra 360 · RF & ultrasound · 70–75 minutes · VND 7,200,000 · Member VND 5,400,000 | |||
| Focus360Numbing & pain relief · UltraLift Tightening · VFRM 25-pin fractional RF · 130–135 minutes · VND 20,000,000 · Member VND 18,000,000 |
Main action Supporting
Depth of action
Illustrated according to each treatment's technology; actual action is adjusted to each skin.
Other options and advice
For deep hollows such as the tear trough or very sunken temples, filler or injectable collagen stimulators can restore volume more quickly. If that's the more suitable option for you, we'll say so clearly and refer you to the right specialist.
Claire always follows ethical medical aesthetic practice: we only recommend what truly suits you.
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