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Insufficient· Insufficient EvidenceNarrative Review

Autologous Fat Grafting of the Face in Men.

Nagappan L., Liao D., Bloom JD.

Narrative Review on Skin Aging, Facial Rejuvenation, published in Facial Plast Surg (2026) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Study type
Narrative Review
Journal
Facial Plast Surg (2026)
Country
United States
Reported sample size
—
PMID
40972865
DOI
10.1055/a-2705-3478

Abstract (original English)

Men have distinct facial anatomy and facial patterns. Autologous fat grafting techniques can be tailored to maintain masculine features.Interest in male facial rejuvenation has grown in recent decades. Autologous fat grafting is favored for its natural, durable results and regenerative benefits.Men have angular facial structures with prominent brows, wider jaws, and thinner fat layers. Aging leads to forehead rhytids, midface hollowing, nasal lengthening, jawline blunting, and a more rectangular profile due to bone loss and skin laxity.Thorough preoperative evaluation and facial analysis are important for successful planning and outcomes.There are various commercially available tools for fat harvesting and processing. The Tulip cannula and PureGraft systems are described in this article. Microfat (1,000-1,500 microns) is preferred in facial grafting for its balance of volume restoration and low nodularity risk. The brow, infraorbital region, midface, jawline, and chin can be targeted to restore a youthful, masculine contour.Research on male-specific outcomes, including hormonal and weight effects on graft longevity and patient-reported outcomes, is limited and is an area ripe for future investigation.As interest in male aesthetics increases, tailoring facial rejuvenation techniques to their anatomy and aging is essential for successful outcomes.

What this study does not prove

  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.
  • • This is a narrative review: it collects no new patient data and does not systematically appraise evidence quality.

Evidence level

There is currently not enough data to draw conclusions about benefit or risk for this topic.

How we grade evidence
HumansMaleAdipose TissueFaceRejuvenationTransplantation, AutologousTissue and Organ HarvestingRhytidoplastyCannulaEsthetics
Face & SkinSkin AgingFacial Rejuvenation
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