A clinical trial may help improve your jawline and neck appearance.
We’re enrolling participants for the AURA Study, which focuses on improving the appearance of the jawline and neck.
You may qualify if you:
Are 22-65 years old
Have a noticeable loss of jawline definition 
Have noticeable horizontal lines across your neck 
Have a weak or recessed chin
Have vertical neck bands 
Are in good general health
Sign Up
What happens if I sign up?
If you think you might like to participate in the AURA Study, or would like more information, please fill out the questionnaire below so we can see if you qualify and can contact you about the study. Keep in mind that participation is entirely voluntary.
If you pass the initial screener, we will match you to an Aura Study location in your area or notify you when one becomes available. If there is not a current study for the improvement of the jawline and neck appearance in your area, we may reach out to you in the future via email, phone, or text to share information about new study opportunities that may be a good fit.
About Lower Face and Neck Appearance Cosmetic Treatments
Certain cosmetic treatments can help shape your facial profile (how your face looks from the side) and improve the appearance of your neck without surgery.
The best treatment depends on how loose the skin is, or how severe wrinkles are, or how much correction is required to shape your face as desired. Doctors like dermatologists and plastic surgeons use special scales, such as the Allergan Transverse Neck Lines Scale and the Allergan Loss of Jawline Definition Scale, to measure neck lines and the loss of jawline definition.3,4
Some common non-surgical options include:
- Skin fillers to add volume and reduce the look of sagging areas like jowls
- Fat-dissolving injections to target unwanted fat
- Ultrasound therapy to reach deep skin layers and boost collagen (a protein that keeps skin firm)
- RF microneedling which uses heat to tighten the deeper layers of skin
- Neuromodulators to prevent visible bands from forming
- PDO threads which are placed under the skin to lift it and increase collagen production
- Laser skin tightening to improve mild sagging and reduce wrinkles
- Skin boosters to hydrate the skin from within and improve smoothness and glow
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a clinical research study?
A clinical research study is a controlled scientific investigation conducted in humans to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a medical product or procedure, including aesthetic treatments such as dermal fillers.
Why are clinical research studies important?
A clinical research study is the process by which new and innovative medications, interventions, and treatments are reviewed and analyzed.
What is the purpose of the AURA Study?
The AURA Study is evaluating the overall satisfaction of injectable treatments for individuals looking to improve the overall appearance of their jawline and neck.
Will I be reimbursed/compensated?
Compensation may be available for time, travel, and/or participation for those who qualify to take part in the study. You can discuss this further with the study team. There is no cost to participate in the study. Study-related care and treatments will be provided to you at no cost by a specialized medical team. Insurance is not required to participate.
What else do I need to consider?
The research team will be able to explain more about what the AURA Study involve, and it is up to you to decide if you want to take part. Participation in the study is voluntary. Whether or not you decide to participate in the study will not affect your current or future relationships with your doctors.
How far is the research study site?
If you qualify, we will match you to a study site closest to your home. If we are not currently running the study in your area, with your permission, we will keep you in our database and reach out once a study in your area becomes available. If, at any time, you decide you no longer want your information stored, you can opt out, and we will delete your details.
About the AURA Study
The AURA Study is looking to enroll healthy adults who want to improve their jawline and neck appearance.
Who can participate?
You may be able to take part if you:
- Are 22-65 years old
- Have noticeable horizontal lines across your neck
- Have vertical neck bands
- Have a noticeable loss of jawline definition
- Have a weak or recessed chin
- Are in good general health
Participants will have treatments applied to the appropriate area(s), determined by a qualified medical professional and per the approved product labels. During this time, a dedicated and specialized medical team will provide participants with aesthetic care at no cost. Volunteers who qualify to take part in the study may be compensated for time and travel.