Aesthetics for Men: Why It’s Different, What to Know, and Where to Start

From skin structure to hormones, here’s why the male face ages differently and how we treat it at Core.

Regardless of gender, aesthetics isn’t about looking different, it’s about feeling like yourself again. Clearer. More rested. More aligned with how you show up. Subtle work, when done right, lets you walk into a room with quiet confidence (and that’s exactly the point).

The Rise of Male Aesthetic Patients (And Why It Took So Long)

Until recently, aesthetics was considered a female space. Injectables, lasers, skincare… it was all labeled as “cosmetic” or “anti-aging,” with marketing that rarely spoke to men directly. But now that’s changed.

Men now account for up to 15–20% of aesthetic patients, and growing. And at Core, we’ve seen a consistent rise in male clients looking for clarity, not cosmetic change—solutions that improve how they feel, perform, and present.

What’s fueling the shift:

• Zoom fatigue and digital presence

• Mid-career shifts or leadership roles where presence matters

• Post-weight loss clients wanting to refine or maintain

• High-functioning men who manage everything else but feel like their face is aging faster than they expected

• The realization that you can look sharper and more energized without looking “done”

But male aesthetics isn’t just about marketing… it’s about anatomy, aging, and strategy.

How Male Faces Age Differently

Bone Structure

• Men start with larger facial bones, stronger mandibles, and more pronounced brow ridges

• This gives natural projection, support, and angularity

• But bone loss still happens especially in the temples, midface, and jaw

• As bone resorbs, men experience:

  • Flattened cheeks

  • Hollowness under the eyes

  • Softer jawlines

  • Volume deflation without obvious sagging

Bottom line: Facial structure changes slowly, then suddenly—and the shift in support impacts how rested or strong the face appears.

Fat Distribution

• Men have less superficial fat in the face than women

• Fat pads are deeper, smaller, and more compartmentalized

• This means volume loss doesn’t create roundness or heaviness; instead, it causes deflation and hard edges

In the lower face:

• Fat descends or disappears, making the jawline look soft

• Skin sags without the “buffer” women often have in their cheeks or nasolabial area

• Under-chin volume increases (even at a normal weight)

Men tend to lose structure not fullness. That’s why a tired or aged male face often looks flat or bottom-heavy, not puffy.

Skin Behavior

Male skin:

• Is 20–25% thicker than female skin

• Produces more sebum (oil), especially around the T-zone

• Has more active collagen, but loses it gradually

The challenge:

• Skin takes longer to show fine lines but once it does, they’re deeper

• Texture issues (pores, scarring, roughness) are more visible

• Neck laxity and under-chin sagging show up suddenly and dramatically in men in their 40s–50s

Hormonal Aging

Testosterone plays a major role in:

• Skin thickness and hair growth

• Fat storage patterns (central belly + lower face)

• Muscle tone and metabolic rate

• Libido and energy levels

As testosterone levels decline with age (typically after 35–40):

• Skin thins

• Muscle mass declines

• Visceral fat increases

• Recovery slows

• Jawline and body shape soften, even with diet and exercise

That’s why many men come in saying:

“I feel the same—but my face doesn’t look like mine anymore.”

Why Men Hesitate (And How They Finally Decide)

Men typically:

• Wait longer to start treatment

• Do months of private research before reaching out

• Book only when the changes affect confidence, leadership, or performance

• Value privacy, professionalism, and clear strategy

They’re not looking for a medspa with TikTok fame. They’re looking for:

• Fast, clear answers

• A plan that makes sense

• Results that work in real life (not just photos)

• A provider who respects masculine anatomy and knows how to preserve it

What Men Want from Aesthetic Treatment

What we hear most:

“I just want to look less tired.”
“I hate how my jawline has disappeared.”
“My skin looks rough or worn out.”
“I’ve lost weight, but my face looks flat now.”
“I don’t want anyone to notice. I just want to look sharper.”

The goal is almost never to look younger. It’s to look more awake, more defined, more like themselves.

That’s what male aesthetics is really about.

Our Most Effective Treatments for Men at Core

Neurotoxins

• Smooths deep frown lines, forehead heaviness, and crows feet

• Reduces tension and “angry” resting face

• Helps control sweating in the scalp and underarms

• Can be used preventively to avoid static lines

Why men love it:

• Subtle, effective, zero downtime

• Starts working in 5–7 days

• Leaves you looking more relaxed not frozen

We adjust dosage and placement specifically for male muscle mass and expression patterns.

Deka isn’t just a laser, it’s one of the most precise tools we use to rebuild skin quality from the inside out. Whether it’s texture, acne scarring, or sun damage, it targets what topical products can’t reach: collagen, structure, and the architecture beneath your skin’s surface.

CoolPeel (Fractional CO2 Resurfacing)

• Improves skin texture, scarring, pore size, and dullness

• Builds collagen without downtime

• Great for sun damage, post-acne roughness, and early fine lines

Why men love it:

• 20-minute treatment

• Mild redness, no crusting or peeling

• Visible results without it looking like “a procedure”

Perfect for first-time patients or anyone with texture concerns.

Tetra CO2 (Deka) for Acne Scarring

Acne scarring is one of the most common skin concerns we see in male clients—especially those who had moderate to severe breakouts in their teens or early adulthood and never treated the aftermath.

• Improves ice pick and boxcar scarring

• Reduces enlarged pores and post-inflammatory texture

• Great for overall skin roughness or dullness from acne history

Why men love it:

• Fast, visible improvement

• Doesn’t require frequent maintenance

• Improves both skin clarity and skin strength

• It treats a common source of insecurity without looking like cosmetic work

Tetra CO2 is a no-nonsense, high-performance laser, and for many men, it’s the turning point that makes their skin look as clean and confident as the rest of them.

Morpheus8 (RF Microneedling)

• Tightens jawline and neck skin

• Reduces under-chin laxity and softening

• Stimulates collagen from deeper layers

• Pairs well with weight loss or age-related skin shifts

Why men love it:

• No surgery or downtime

• Results build slowly and naturally

• Keeps skin strong and firm

Ideal for men who’ve lost fat or muscle in the face—and want to restore definition.

Weight Optimization Program

Includes:

• GLP-1 medication for appetite and fat loss

• InBody scan to track fat vs muscle

• Lipo-Mino injections for metabolism

• Coaching and strategy

Why men love it:

• Data-driven

• No guesswork or fad diets

• Targets belly fat, improves energy, sharpens face and body

• Pairs with skin and muscle treatments for full-body aesthetic improvement

EvolveX works below the surface: melting stubborn fat, tightening skin, and building real muscle tone in one treatment. No surgery, no downtime, just structure and strength where your body needs it most. Designed for clients who want visible results without interrupting their life.

EvolveX (RF + EMS Body Contouring)

• Builds muscle in the core, arms, or flanks

• Reduces stubborn fat pockets

• Firms skin after fat loss or weight shifts

Why men love it:

• 60-minute sessions, no gym required

• Painless but effective

• Helps rebuild structure post-GLP-1 or after years of no exercise

Results are visible within 3–6 sessions and improve for weeks after.

What Full-Face Treatment Looks Like for Men

A typical male aesthetic plan at Core might include:

• Tox to soften tension

• Morpheus8 to tighten skin under the chin

• Filler to support midface or temple deflation (not to add volume)

• CoolPeel to resurface texture or Deka to reduce acne scarring

• Weight optimization or EvolveX to complete the picture

All of it designed to be:

• Subtle

• Structure-first

• Zero trend-chasing

• Completely tailored to male aging patterns

Aesthetic Medicine for Men Isn’t About Changing. It’s About Reclaiming Control

Your face is your presence. Your skin is your interface with the world. If it’s not reflecting how you feel inside you’re allowed to do something about it.

At Core, our approach to male aesthetics is:

• Strategic

• Respectful of structure

• Results-focused

• Completely personal

We don’t overfill. We don’t oversell. We help you look like yourself: sharper, clearer, more aligned with how you want to be seen.