How to tighten skin under the chin

The area under the chin may look heavy because of loose skin, a small amount of fat, reduced tissue recoil, or a combination of these. A soft fold that changes with posture differs from a firm, fixed, painful, or enlarging lump. Sun exposure can also affect neck texture and lines. Read about [Sagging Skin](/symptoms/sagging-skin/) and [Sun-Damaged Skin](/conditions/photoaging/).

Protect the jaw and neck from ultraviolet light, moisturise dry skin, and aim for steady weight rather than repeated cycles of loss and regain. [HIFU Skin Lifting](/treatments/laser-and-energy/hifu-treatment/) and [Radiofrequency Skin Tightening](/treatments/laser-and-energy/radiofrequency-skin-tightening/) may be considered for selected laxity. A [Thread Lift](/treatments/aesthetic-procedures/thread-lift/) involves placed threads and requires a discussion of swelling, infection, asymmetry, and recovery. If fullness beneath the chin is the main issue, tightening alone may not address the contour.

Have a clinician examine a new or growing lump, persistent pain, redness, warmth, ulceration, unexplained bruising, or swollen glands. Seek urgent help for trouble breathing or swallowing, sudden severe swelling, or rapidly worsening facial or neck weakness. These symptoms should be assessed before any aesthetic procedure.

Ask whether the visible change is skin laxity, fat, muscle, or a separate lump. Discuss whether an examination or imaging is needed, which treatment reaches the relevant tissue, skin-tone risks, recovery, and how a future change in weight could alter the jawline.