Ozempic Face? The Truth About GLP 1 Skin and Hair Side Effects

In this video, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dray explains the skin and hair side effects associated with GLP 1 receptor agonist medications. If you are taking a GLP 1 for diabetes or weight management and want to understand facial volume loss, loose skin, injection site reactions, altered skin sensation, hair shedding, and what you can do to support skin and hair health, this video will help you navigate it all. For more support, check out the videos linked below on nutritional deficiency warning signs, Ozempic face, and hair loss with GLP 1 medications. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:50 Background on GLP 1 medications and why they matter 1:33 Facial volume loss and the term Ozempic face 3:35 Loose skin and reduced elasticity 5:06 Injection site reactions and altered skin sensation 6:16 Nutritional deficiencies to look for 7:02 Key risk factors and questions to ask yourself 8:22 Hair side effects and what to watch for 10:08 How to support hair health 11:27 Practical management strategies for skin and hair 16:15 Recap, final advice, and next steps About this video GLP 1 receptor agonists are highly effective for diabetes and weight loss, but they can also lead to dermatologic and hair related changes. Dr. Dray explains: • Facial hollows and volume loss • Loose or sagging skin • Thinning skin and reduced elasticity • Injection site redness, swelling, nodules, and altered sensations • Nutritional deficiencies that affect skin and hair • Hair shedding or telogen effluvium link