6 Non-Invasive Methods to Tighten Loose Skin
Skin laxity, or loosening of the skin, usually occurs between the ages of 40-50. The cause of skin laxity associated with aging is a loss of collagen networks, elastin fibers, and hyaluronic acids, which are important components that help the skin retain moisture, elasticity, and firmness.
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Can Sagging Skin be Reversed?
As we age, collagen and elastin, which give skin its plump and youthful appearance, decrease in production, causing our skin to become saggy and loose. You may not be able to reverse the aging process, but you can tighten sagging skin with various procedures.
Some surgical methods that work to dramatically reduce the appearance of saggy skin include:
- Facelift
- Neck lift
- Tummy Tuck (for saggy or loose belly skin most common among women who had experienced pregnancy)
What Happens if I don’t want to Go Under the Knife?
In case you aren’t comfortable going under the knife or investing in surgery, there are less invasive treatment options that don’t require incisions, downtime, or recovery.
Most of these treatments are completed in one hour or less, and you may need more than one session in order to see satisfactory results. Here are 6 non-invasive methods that can tighten loose skin:
6 Non-Invasive Methods that can Tighten Loose Skin
1. Radio Frequency
In radio frequency skin tightening, the heat generated from the energy transfer method is another way to stimulate collagen production in the skin.
The treatment is usually delivered by placing an electrode onto the skin and applying an alternating current of the required frequency. As a result, the skin appears tighter and firmer.
2. Ultrasound
Heat energy stimulates collagen production with this procedure. By directing focused ultrasound energy deep within the dermal layers, collagen production is stimulated.
