Flabby skin [loose] – why it becomes, what to do, how to get rid

Flabbiness of the skin is an aesthetic problem that occurs against the background of a decrease in skin turgor due to a decrease in the production of natural collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. The skin at the same time loses its elasticity, elasticity, becomes dry, thinner, stretched, sagging.

Flabbiness of the skin can appear for various reasons and at different ages. Most often, this condition can be corrected with the right cosmetic care. Let’s analyze the main signs of sagging skin:

• A noticeable decrease in firmness and elasticity of the skin;
• Loss of natural radiance and freshness of the skin, its color and relief becomes uneven;
• The epidermis becomes thinner, dehydrated, loses density;
• The oval of the face is deformed, manifestations of gravitational ptosis are noticeable in some areas;
• Bags and dark circles form under the eyes.

• Destruction of collagen and elastin fibers and a decrease in the volume of hyaluronic acid in the skin due to natural aging processes.
• In the neck and décolleté area, the skin is practically devoid of fatty tissue and sebaceous and sweat glands, therefore, it is more susceptible to a decrease in elasticity and sagging.
• The negative impact of external exposome factors provokes oxidative stress of skin cells and reduces its tone.
• A sharp and intense weight loss is often accompanied by sagging skin on the body.
• Excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays, which contributes to the destruction of proteins and hyaluronic acid.
• Some diseases of the nervous and endocrine systems.
• Wrong lifestyle (bad habits, stress and lack of sleep, frequent diets, lack of vitamins).
• Moisture deficiency in tissues: insufficient skin hydration and non-compliance with the drinking regimen.
• Hormonal disruptions of the body, for example, estrogen deficiency against the background of menopause in women over the age of 40.
• Inappropriate or insufficient care for the type and needs of the skin.

• Add to your usual menu more foods enriched with protein, vitamins B, A, E and polyunsaturated fatty acids. It is recommended to give up bad habits: smoking and excessive alcohol consumption do not affect the skin condition in the best way. Instead, get fit and take regular walks in the fresh air.
• Include anti-aging products in your care to improve skin tone and elasticity, which may include moisturizing agents, antioxidants, components that help accelerate the synthesis of collagen and elastin and restore skin barrier functions. Practice contrast showers or washing. Toning massages and facial exercises at home will help to achieve a pronounced lifting effect.
• For obvious signs of skin aging, in addition to corrective care, consult a beautician for appropriate aesthetic treatments.

1. Daily gentle cleansing twice a day;
2. Weekly intensive cleansing (gentle skin exfoliation);
3. Skin toning;
4. Intensive hydration with highly concentrated serum;
5. Restoring, nourishing and strengthening the protective barrier of the skin with day and night base creams according to skin type;
6. Daily use of sunscreen at least SPF 25 (even in the cold season).

• Hyaluronic acid helps prevent dehydration and dryness of the skin by preventing transepidermal moisture loss from cells.
• Formulas based on AHA or BHA acids help to accelerate the natural processes of renewal of the stratum corneum (be careful when using products with a high acid content for sensitive skin care).
• Peptides in anti-aging cosmetics also contribute to the restoration of skin cells, help accelerate collagen synthesis and correct visible signs of aging: wrinkles, reduced turgor and skin tone.
• Antioxidants (vitamin C, E, resveratrol, neohesperidin, etc.) protect the skin from the negative effects of free radicals, promote cell regeneration, and help to significantly improve skin quality.
• Caffeine has a good tonic effect, helps to significantly reduce swelling on the face.

What hardware rejuvenation techniques are recommended for flaccid and sagging skin of the face, neck and décolleté? If you have mature skin with obvious signs of aging, then in addition to home care, you can contact a specialist who will prescribe the appropriate set of procedures according to the type, needs and age of your skin.

Effective methods of “rejuvenation without injections” in the cosmetologist’s office are: laser resurfacing, fractional photothermolysis, mesotherapy, plasma therapy, biorevitalization, non-surgical facelift with ultrasound. Most of these procedures are aimed at accelerating the renewal of skin cells and improving their metabolism, significantly correct existing signs of aging and prevent the appearance of new ones.