Expectations and experiences on appearance-related side effects of GLP–1s:
2026 GLP–1 Consumer Survey
Reported
Anticipated
18%
39%
Skin texture changes
20%
44%
Facial
volume loss
21%
23%
Reduced strength
and muscle loss
25%
39%
Altered taste
or smell
Expectations come from respondents considering a GLP–1; reported experiences come from people both formerly and currently taking a GLP–1.
2026 Healthline GLP–1 Consumer Survey – Sample size: 1,007 total
= 720 currently taking a GLP–1, 203 took a GLP–1 in the past, 84 currently considering a GLP–1. 53% female and 47% male.
