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How to Tighten Your Skin After Weight Loss
Losing weight is an incredible accomplishment, but when you shed a lot of weight, crossing the finish line often comes with an unexpected challenge: loose or sagging skin.
That excess skin hanging around (literally) is incredibly discouraging after all the effort you’ve put into reaching a healthier weight. The good news is that these days, dealing with loose skin after weight loss is easier than ever, especially when you team up with Divina Averilla, MD, and our team at Love Your Body Medical Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Join us as we take a closer look at why loose skin happens, what you can do on your own, and the medspa treatments that can help restore firmness and confidence.
Why does skin loosen after weight loss?
Your skin is remarkably elastic. It stretches as your body grows, and ideally, it tightens back when you lose weight. However, factors such as age, genetics, the amount of weight lost, and the rate of weight loss can all impact how well your skin recovers.
Collagen and elastin — two proteins that give skin strength and flexibility — also naturally decline with age, which makes it harder for skin to “snap” back after being stretched.
If you’ve lost a significant amount of weight or if your skin has been stretched for years, it’s more likely you’ll notice sagging. Areas like the stomach, thighs, upper arms, and neck tend to show it most.
Some natural approaches to take
While not every case of loose skin can be corrected without professional help, there are steps you can take at home that may improve elasticity and overall appearance.
We recommend focusing on maintaining muscle through strength training. Building lean muscle underneath the skin can improve tone and make skin look firmer.
Nutrition also plays a role. Eating enough protein, along with foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, supports collagen production.
Staying well-hydrated keeps skin supple, and protecting it from the sun prevents further collagen breakdown. The rule of thumb is 15.5 cups of fluids a day for men, and 11.5 for women.
These steps won’t transform skin overnight, but they can create a foundation for healthier, more resilient skin in the long run.
How our medspa treatments can help
If loose skin is affecting your confidence or comfort and the natural approach hasn’t worked, it’s time to make an appointment with Dr. Averilla.
Love Your Body Medical Spa offers nonsurgical options designed to stimulate collagen and elastin, which tighten skin over time.
Our most popular option for skin tightening and body contouring is Reaction™ by Viora CORE™.
This radiofrequency-based treatment system uses controlled energy to heat deeper layers of your skin, kickstarting collagen production (and melting away that last little bit of stubborn fat).
The result is a gradual tightening and a smoother texture, with no downtime.
It’s important to remember that skin tightening is a gradual process. Even with advanced treatments, results take time as your body produces new collagen. You should notice improvement over several months, and you may consider scheduling some maintenance sessions for lasting results.
Not everyone will achieve perfectly tight skin, but improvements in texture, tone, and comfort can make a big difference.
Our final thoughts
Loose skin after weight loss is common and completely normal, but it doesn’t have to be a permanent reminder of life before weight loss.
Supporting your skin with healthy habits and exploring professional treatments can help restore firmness and confidence.
If you’re ready to take the next step, schedule a consultation with Dr. Averilla. Together, we can create a personalized skin tightening plan to help you love the results of your weight loss journey even more. Contact Love Your Body Medical Spa online to request an appointment with Dr. Averilla, or call today.
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