A double chin is a small area that can quickly become a real insecurity. Many of you want to take care of this area, your jawline and the look of your chin. Good news: by understanding its causes, you can choose the steps that suit you best. Below, we look at why it appears and how to care for the area with facial exercises, massage, Gua Sha and at-home devices.
Why do we get a double chin?
A double chin can appear for several reasons:
Localised fat storage: When fat accumulates under the chin, often due to weight gain or a genetic predisposition.
Skin laxity: With age, the skin loses elasticity and begins to sag, particularly around the chin and neck.
Posture: Poor posture — such as spending long periods with your head tilted down — can weaken the neck muscles and accentuate the appearance of a double chin.
Even when it is linked to genetics or skin laxity, you can still work on your double chin. The secret lies in a combined approach: exercises, skincare, massage and technology.
Ways to care for the double chin area
1-Facial exercises
Targeted double chin exercises focus on the neck and lower-face area. Simple movements like the “sky kiss” or chin resistance are easy to practise at home. A few minutes a day can help make them part of your routine.
2- Massage: an often underrated ritual
Massage is an often underrated way to care for the double chin area. It can be a relaxing addition to your skincare routine. It is a simple and enjoyable way to include the jawline and neck in your daily care.
3- The Cellublue Gua Sha: a tool designed for your face
To complement your massage, we designed the Cellublue Metal Face Gua Sha. This stainless steel accessory, with its ergonomic design, is specially crafted for the double chin area. Its shape follows the contours of the chin and neck, for a pleasant massage of this area.
By combining the Gua Sha with our Cellublue Bi-Phase Serum, you pair the application of the serum with a pleasant massage. For an even more refreshing effect, place your Gua Sha in the fridge for a few minutes before use. This simple, quick step brings a pleasant cooling sensation to the face.
4- Devices for the double chin: high-tech solutions
For those looking for more targeted solutions, there are several types of devices designed for the double chin area. Among the most popular are electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) and radiofrequency.
Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS): this technology delivers small electrical impulses.
Radiofrequency: this technology uses electromagnetic waves and provides a warming sensation on the skin.
These devices are easy to use at home as part of a regular routine. They can complement massage and skincare.
Can you get rid of a double chin overnight or in a few days?
It is a common question, but no method transforms the lower face overnight. Everyone is different: the key is to find a routine that suits you and to follow it regularly.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get rid of a double chin?
One approach is to combine several steps. Do facial exercises for a few minutes a day and massage the area with a Gua Sha and a serum. You can add a device such as EMS or radiofrequency, and keep an eye on your posture (see the section “Ways to care for the double chin area”).
Why do we get a double chin?
It can come from localised fat storage under the chin, linked to weight gain or a genetic predisposition. It can also be due to skin laxity with age or poor posture, for example spending long periods with your head tilted down. These causes often combine.
How do I use the Cellublue Gua Sha for a double chin?
Use it on the chin and neck area, ideally with the Cellublue Bi-Phase Serum. You will find all our tips in the section “The Cellublue Gua Sha”.