Weight loss can sometimes have unwanted side effects, and sagging skin is one of them. Sagging skin also becomes more of a threat with age, and this can compound the unwanted effects of weight loss on your skin.
Skin Elasticity
Your skin is made to be elastic and grow or shrink as needed to fit the form of your body. Skin is adaptable through several factors. Collagen and elastin are key to the skin's elasticity. Both are compounds that help the skin stretch and pull it tight when body mass shrinks. Water is also needed to keep the skin lubricated and healthy.
Weight-Loss Effects
When you lose weight, your body loses mass. As the total volume of your body grows smaller, the skin is also charged with shrinking in size to fit around your body. The older you are and the faster you lose weight, the harder it is for your skin to keep up. If you notice your skin is getting looser as you get thinner, curb your weight loss and let the skin catch up. Otherwise, you'll be dealing with very saggy skin that could become scar tissue.
Hydration Needs
One of the most important aspects of treating sagging skin is keeping it hydrated. The most important way to do this is by drinking plenty of water -- at least eight glasses every day. In addition, you should also apply a moisturizer on your skin twice daily. Infuse your diet with fruits and vegetables that are high in water content as well as vitamins and minerals -- particularly vitamin C, which promotes healthy skin.
Exercise
When you work out to try and build muscle mass, you can improve your skin's condition. The movement of exercise helps stimulate your skin and encourage it to tighten up around your body, and the new muscle fibers synthesized through exercise create more area for the skin to attach itself to. Over time, this can help reel in your skin and eliminate sagging.
Potential
Through careful weight-loss practices and careful attention to your skin, you should be able to minimize loose skin developing through weight loss. Even if you already have sagging skin, taking a proactive approach to your skin's health can help minimize damage and help the skin heal. If skin is left untreated and ignored, you could find yourself developing stretch marks and requiring medical attention to treat your skin.
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