Tightening Loose Skin After Liposuction

Step 1 – Depending on the area in which the treatment was performed, the skin will eventually tighten on its own. However, there are some areas which tend to be a bit more prone to loose skin than others. These include the upper arms, neck and stomach. If your treatment happens to be in one of these reasons, you can expect a more stubborn experience.

Step 2 – If your treatment area is in one of the regions mentioned above, you may want to schedule an additional surgery to address the issue before it even begins. Many patients opt to have multiple procedures performed at once in order to avoid multiple operations. The same rules can apply here.

Step 3 – Exercise. Regular amounts of healthy exercise will help to increase body circulation, and make for healthier skin and overall body fitness. Try to work yourself up to around 20 minutes of cardio fitness per day in order to firm your skin.

Step 4 – In addition, you may want to add weight lifting to you workout regimen. Weight lifting will not only help to fill the space between the muscles and the excess skin, but will also help in restoring elasticity. Set your workouts for 2-3 times weekly.

Step 5 – Make sure you’re drinking your daily dose of water. The more hydrated your skin is, the less likely it will sag. 64 ounces per day should do.

Step 6 – Head down to your local pharmacy, and purchase an over the counter skin-firming cream. Ask the pharmacist for basic recommendations and do some research at home for good measure. Apply as directed.

Step 7 - Take the time to massage your skin on a regular basis. These massages will encourage proper circulation, and aid in restoring the elasticity of the skin.

Added tips can be found through your plastic surgeon or general physician. Be sure to follow all recommendations and instructions properly.