As you age, your skin loses its natural elasticity causing your skin to sag and wrinkle. Sagging skin can be blamed on the effects of gravity, according to CareFair.com, putting your age out there for all to see. With the eternal quest to discover everlasting youth, many products are being sold over the counter and through prescriptions, while cosmetic methods are offered by many dermatologists. All methods are known to offer skin firming results within different time frames. Some treatments provide results in as little as six weeks, while others may take longer.
Step 1
Cleanse your skin daily with a gentle glycolic acid exfoliating wash. According to Derma Doctor, glycolic acid is one of the most important skin care ingredients in over-the-counter anti-aging products.
Step 2
Opt for laser skin tightening therapy at your dermatologist's office. According to CareFair.com, there are no major risks associated with laser skin tightening therapy. However, temporary skin discoloration, reddening and slight scarring may occur with laser skin tightening.
There are several different lasers to treat sagging skin; therefore your dermatologist will provide a thorough examination to determine which laser treatment course to use.
Step 3
Apply a copper peptide serum to your face daily, suggests Derma Doctor. Copper peptide serums are available over the counter at your local pharmacy for at-home use.
Step 4
Apply an over-the-counter firming cream to your skin daily. Firming creams contain ingredients that build up collagen and elastin in the skin, according to Derma Doctor. With regular use, firming creams, such as those formulated for the neck, can lift and tone sagging skin.
Step 5
Relax at your dermatologist's office with LED, or light-emitting diode therapy. This treatment uses infrared light emitted by LED bulbs to stimulate skin cell, elastin and collagen production, states Derma Doctor. LED light therapy is also sold at beauty supply stores for at-home use.
Things You'll Need
- Glycolic acid exfoliating wash
- Copper peptides
- Firming cream
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