If you have experienced weight loss in the gym, you probably know that sagging skin is one of the most common side effects of weight loss. However, there are other causes for drooping and sagging skin as well. Skin issues are often associated with fat loss. Destruction or reduction in collagen and elastin in the dermis is another reason for sagging skin. While sagging skin can happen to anyone, it is more likely to occur as people get older.
What causes sagging skin?
Generally, the reasons for drooping and sagging facials are
- Ageing
- Genetics
- Inappropriate diet
- Smoking
- Heavy and unscientific weight loss
- Prolonged sun exposure
- Environmental factors such as working in specific situations or environments
Skin tightening with laser treatment
The use of invasive lasers that exfoliate and stimulate the skin surface to increase collagen production is the best way to treat sagging skin and rejuvenate the face. Non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments can improve the color and elasticity of sagging skin. These treatments will be more effective if combined with a healthy lifestyle such as quitting smoking. A dermatologist performs these procedures. There are several types of laser treatments that can help boost collagen production and improve overall skin tone. Most people experience the best results after a few treatments. Laser treatment can help tighten the skin of the arms, abdomen and other areas of the body.
In the laser method, using infrared light, collagen is heated and causes it to harden. Results of tightening of the facial skin with the help of a laser can be seen immediately after the procedure. Due to the absence of any reversal, laser treatment has become one of the most common treatments for skin tightening. The best results with the laser method are achieved when the treatment is done two or three times, each with an interval of one month.
Skin tightening with fractional RF treatment
In the fractional RF method, continuous heat is created in the tissues below the skin surface. As the dermis heats up, the collagen fibres shrink and thicken, and the tissue beneath the skin’s surface tightens. In the following days, new collagen is created, increasing the skin’s firmness and causes a facelift.
Skin tightening with the Vampire method
In the Vampire method, the patient’s blood is taken, and then the platelets are isolated and actively injected into the tissue. Since this treatment uses the person’s blood, it is entirely uncomplicated, and there is no risk of allergies. Collagen production accelerates after about a month and becomes visible within three months. Skin tightening using the Vampire method has become very popular over recent years.
Skin tightening with gel injection
Injecting gel tightens the skin. Among the gels used in the gel injection method, we could mention fat cells, hyaluronic acid and collagen. Depending on the type of gel used, you may need to re-inject later. Injecting gel under the skin is also called Biopuncture.
Skin tightening with microdermabrasion method
Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive treatment that aims to exfoliate and beautify the skin gently and is one of the most favored skin tightening methods. In the microdermabrasion method, collagen synthesis is stimulated by increasing blood flow to the skin and applying suction. The skin becomes smoother and clearer after completing the treatment period, and over time your face will lose any ageing sign. Microdermabrasion is an excellent alternative treatment to laser therapy for facial rejuvenation.
