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Flabby skin on the face

 
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Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
 
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Loose skin on the face is quite common these days, and it doesn't look attractive at all - it's usually saggy, pale, and wrinkles appear more quickly.

In this case, the pores are often enlarged, increased oiliness is observed, and the color of such skin has a gray or yellowish tint.

Causes loose skin

The main factor in the occurrence of flabbiness is aging. With age, the production of hyaluronic acid decreases, due to which the skin is moisturized much worse, and therefore dehydration of its cells occurs. Elastin and collagen fibers also slow down their growth, as a result of which the skin loses elasticity.

There are other reasons for flabbiness, such as express diets. Such extreme diets reduce weight sharply and quickly, and skin cells do not have time to adjust to this speed. This is why flabbiness appears, which is most noticeable on the face, because you can’t hide it under clothes. In addition, it is more often than other parts of the body exposed to aggressive external irritants.

Sagging skin can also occur as a result of using unsuitable cosmetics or more serious reasons - diseases. Among these may be dysfunction of the endocrine system, various chronic diseases, hormonal imbalance. Moreover, such a problem can arise even at a fairly young age. Sagging skin on the face at 30 years old often becomes a consequence of severe fatigue, some disease, sudden weight loss or smoking.

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Treatment loose skin

What to do and how to get rid of flabby skin on the face? If your face has flabby skin, you should improve the metabolic processes in it. To do this, you need to establish the process of its nutrition and hydration (external and internal).

The following manipulations help to remove flabbiness on the face:

  • Facial massage;
  • Performing gymnastics;
  • Carrying out water procedures;
  • Applying special masks to the face.

But you need to understand that external procedures alone will not be enough in this situation. You need to eat a balanced and complete diet to fully provide your skin with the elements it needs. It is also important to maintain a water regime, since good skin hydration is needed to eliminate flabbiness.

Vitamins

It is also necessary to saturate the skin with vitamins. Vitamin complexes A and E help to care for the skin. At the same time, vitamins of group A support the health of the skin, and vitamins of group E prevent its premature fading and aging. It should be noted that it is not necessary to buy such complexes in pharmacies, since the necessary vitamins are contained in many green fruits and vegetables, as well as spinach (vitamin A), and in addition in nuts, vegetable oil and wheat grains (vitamin E).

People with flabby skin are also recommended to take a course of vitamin B1 – this increases its tone.

Physiotherapy treatment

Sagging skin can be effectively removed by treatment with special devices. There are several different procedures.

Fractional mesotherapy. The procedure is carried out as follows: shallow (less than 1.5 mm) injections of mesopreparations are introduced into the skin of the face at small intervals, which help restore cellular tissues and create new ones. The collagen layer is formed within 2-8 weeks.

Although patients tolerate this procedure without problems, there are still some contraindications: mesotherapy is prohibited for epileptics, women during pregnancy, as well as those who have a cold or inflammatory skin diseases.

Fractional RF lifting procedure. This method quite effectively eliminates flabby skin on the face. The device, which helps to eliminate small defects, operates under the influence of RF energy. The applicator used during the procedure has a tip on which there are many electrodes. It is he who performs volumetric heating of the skin, penetrating into its deepest layers. This helps to restore elastin and collagen fibers and accelerates the process of fibroblast exchange.

The fractional photothermolysis method is a fairly popular and effective way to eliminate flabbiness on the skin. This procedure is performed in the following way - damaged areas of the skin are exposed to laser beams. Their properties increase the rate of collagen production in the skin dermis, which has a beneficial effect on the skin condition. This method is considered completely controlled and therefore safe - the risk of complications after its implementation is minimal. Experts also claim that the result of this procedure can be quite long-lasting.

Folk remedies

There are many homemade masks that help eliminate sagging facial skin. Below are the simplest and most effective.

Masks made from egg yolk are considered to be very effective in most cases – they are suitable for dry skin types. In this case, you need to grind the raw yolk, adding a little fruit peel (lemon or orange) ground into powder, and then leave it for half an hour. Add lemon juice (2-3 drops) to the tincture, as well as any vegetable oil (olive oil is possible) – 1 tbsp. The resulting mask must be applied to a clean face, held for 15-20 minutes, and then washed off using warm water.

A mask of fresh fruit juice and cottage cheese will help inflamed, flabby dry skin – it will make the skin soft and elastic. Take 2 teaspoons of fatty cottage cheese and grind it with some juice of your choice (it should be freshly squeezed), then add half a raw yolk to the mixture along with 1 teaspoon of camphor oil. Mix the resulting substance and apply to the skin – hold for 15 minutes. Then rinse with water and rinse your face with chamomile or green tea infusion, then apply a moisturizer.

Skin restoration is facilitated by nourishing masks, to which lemon juice is added. You need to take 6-7 g of fatty cream and add 0.5 teaspoon of sour cream and 1 teaspoon of juice. Next, mix the ingredients and apply the mixture to the skin. Keep the mask for 20 minutes and remove it using a spatula. After that, wipe your face with a toning lotion.

A mustard-based mask is best suited for oily skin. Mix 1 teaspoon of boiled water with the same amount of mustard, then add 2 teaspoons of sunflower oil to the mixture. Apply the resulting substance to the damaged areas and hold for 5 minutes. Remove the mask first with warm and then cold water, and then apply any nourishing cream to the skin.

Cucumber masks are best for eliminating sagging skin. They are most appropriate in the summer. You should grate 2 cucumbers (necessarily fresh), apply the resulting gruel to the skin and leave for 15 minutes. Then remove the mask using a damp swab, and then smear your face with any selected nourishing cream.

Masks for flabby skin

Lifting masks can be purchased in special stores (lifting creams or preparations), or made independently. Periodic use of these masks helps reduce sagging and prevents early skin aging.

A white clay mask with pepper and ginger added – it effectively removes swelling. Since the mask components have an irritating effect, this helps to normalize blood circulation. At the same time, clay removes excess water from the skin. The advantage of this method is the speed and effectiveness of the effect. Among the disadvantages is the risk of allergies to pepper or ginger.

Hydrogel masks are ready-made disposable plates. They are impregnated with moisturizing and thermal elements, thereby creating a sauna effect - this allows you to remove excess fluid and remove fine wrinkles. The advantage is that the mask does not cause allergies, because it is based on aloe juice. The disadvantage is that the body quickly gets used to the forced removal of fluid - therefore, the procedure for applying such a mask is allowed to be carried out only 1 time per month, in some cases the number can be increased to two.

Facial massage for loose skin

Facial massage for flabby skin helps to effectively affect the muscles and skin, thereby eliminating flabbiness and sagging. At the same time, the procedure does not necessarily have to be performed by a specialist - you can do the massage yourself. It must be done on clean skin.

The procedure improves the functioning of the lymphatic system and blood circulation, and in addition, removes the negative impact that occurs as a result of stagnant processes.

Most often, a massage course consists of 10-15 sessions. Noticeable improvements often appear after 5-6 procedures. The skin becomes more elastic, and pallor disappears. Due to increased muscle tone, the skin becomes denser and smoother. Since the skin is a participant in all metabolic processes in the body, the patient's well-being also improves after the procedures.

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Cream for flabby facial skin

A fairly effective and easy-to-make cream for flabby skin helps maintain the tone of aging tissues. It is prepared as follows: olive or almond oil and special cosmetic petroleum jelly with chamomile infusion (2 teaspoons each), honey (0.5 teaspoon), sea salt (1 teaspoon), and a fresh yolk (half) are used. All these components must be mixed and put in the refrigerator to harden. After that, mix again to obtain a homogeneous substance. This cream must be applied before bedtime.

Surgical treatment

If the sagging skin is particularly pronounced, you should consult a plastic surgeon and use a surgical plastic procedure. In these cases, the method is selected based on the condition of the skin, as well as the result required by the patient. Sometimes, to eliminate sagging, it is enough to perform only a chin and eyelid lift, as well as remove wrinkles from the forehead. But there are also cases when it is necessary to perform a circular facelift. The duration of the procedure in this case depends on the amount of work. This also determines how long the recovery period will last.

To speed up the rehabilitation period, increase the effectiveness of the procedure itself, and reduce negative effects (bruises and swelling, etc.), it is recommended to undergo a preliminary course of injections and hardware procedures before the operation.

Prevention

To maintain skin tone, you should constantly take care of your skin - both on your face and on the rest of your body. In addition, make sure that there are no sudden changes in weight. As a preventive measure, regular exercise, good rest and sleep, as well as water treatments will be appropriate (it should be noted that you should not use excessively hot water for washing - this reduces the elasticity of the skin). It is also necessary to often walk in the fresh air and adhere to a healthy diet.

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Forecast

You won't have loose skin on your face for a long time if you follow the correct diet, lead a healthy lifestyle, do special exercises and take vitamins.

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