Treatments for Skin Laxity in Amersham
Changes in firmness can soften facial definition or leave skin looking looser around the face, neck and body. At Skin Techniques in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, we offer selected skin-tightening and skin-quality treatments, with clear guidance on the degree of improvement that may be achievable.
About your concern
Understanding skin laxity
Skin laxity means the skin has become less firm and does not hold its shape as well as it once did. You may notice looseness around the cheeks, jawline, neck or selected body areas.
Age-related changes in collagen and elastin contribute, while sun exposure, weight changes and shifts in underlying support can also play a part. Sometimes the concern involves both loose skin and facial volume loss.
The degree of laxity and the tissues beneath it help distinguish a skin-quality concern from one requiring greater support or a surgical opinion.
Recommendations
Recommended treatments for skin laxity
Endopulse
Endopulse uses laser energy delivered beneath the skin to support tissue remodelling. It may be considered for suitable laxity affecting the face, neck or selected body areas.
Ponytail Lift
The Ponytail Lift uses dissolvable cog sutures to support and reposition selected facial tissues. It is a different approach from improving hydration alone and requires an assessment of the amount and position of tissue laxity.
Profhilo Structura
Profhilo Structura targets age-related changes in facial fat, helping improve support and contour in suitable areas. It may be an option where skin laxity is accompanied by facial volume loss, rather than loose skin alone.
Your questions
Skin laxity FAQs
Is loose skin always caused by ageing?
No. Ageing is one factor, but weight changes, sun exposure and individual skin characteristics also contribute. The underlying cause influences which options may be appropriate.
Can skin laxity improve without surgery?
Some people may see improvement with skin tightening treatments. However, substantial excess skin cannot be removed by these approaches, and the changes are generally more limited than surgery.
Are jowls a type of skin laxity?
Skin laxity can contribute to jowls, but changes in fat, facial support and muscle pull may also be involved. Treating the skin alone does not address every cause.
Is loose skin the same as crepey skin?
No. Loose skin describes reduced firmness or hanging tissue, while crepey skin describes a fine, crinkled texture. They may occur together and benefit from different parts of a treatment plan.
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Book a no-pressure consultation with our friendly team and we’ll talk through your concerns, goals and the treatment options that may be right for you.