Flabbiness of the skin. Causes, symptoms and treatment of sagging skin

Causes of dry and sagging skin

Skin laxity is a loss of firmness and elasticity in the skin, and its appearance is not always associated with natural aging.

Causes of sagging skin:

• Poor nutrition – frequent adherence to diets with strict restrictions, or, on the contrary, abuse of sweets and light carbohydrates, leading to the process of glycation in the skin.
• Disturbance in sleep patterns - lack of sleep leads to disturbances in circadian rhythms and lack of full recovery of both the entire body and the skin in particular. It is at night that most of the synthetic processes take place, i.e. cellular renewal and formation of young chains of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.
• Poor environment, stress, smoking lead to the destruction of vitamin C and the skin’s protective system. The aggression of free radicals leads to the destruction of collagen fibers, and the lack of vitamin C slows down the formation of new ones.
• Passion for tanning - even active tanning 2 times a year during vacation. Exposure to ultraviolet rays reduces the activity of fibroblasts, they synthesize less collagen and hyaluronic acid, and more metalloproteinase enzymes are produced that destroy their own collagen.
• Cosmetics: incorrectly selected, poor quality, lack of regular and properly selected care - violates skin barriers, making it more sensitive and susceptible to other negative factors.

The presence of dry and sagging skin indicates a combination of several provoking factors, when premature aging of the skin occurs against the background of impaired barrier function.

Is it possible to restore elasticity to facial skin?

Is your face already starting to look like a slowly deflating balloon? Is your skin loose and uneven? Are the contours blurry? Does gravity pull flaccid and stretched tissue down?

Flabby skin is not a death sentence. You can increase the elasticity and tighten the skin of your face. Moreover, only self-massage and gymnastics techniques will be effective. Only they will eliminate the causes of skin aging and launch the mechanisms of natural rejuvenation. They are safe, and the result will be visible after 2-3 weeks of regular exercise.

It's never too late to start doing exercises. Natural rejuvenation techniques can improve skin elasticity at any age.

The sooner you start taking care of your face, the easier it will be to restore elasticity to your skin and prolong youth.

The result will be even after menopause, when the problem has already been fixed at the hormonal level. You can tighten sagging skin, make the oval of your face clear, get rid of a double chin, bulldog cheeks, ptosis (drooping) of the upper eyelids.

What happens inside the skin

Information for specialists

The appearance of sagging skin is associated with disturbances in the structure of the dermal layer of the skin:

• Changes in the structure and functioning of fibroblasts - they become more rigid and flat, their synthetic activity decreases, which leads to a decrease in the viscoelastic properties of collagen.
• An insufficient amount of collagen and a violation of its structure leads to impaired contact between fibers and fibroblasts, which for normal functioning must be in a stretched, spindle-shaped state.
• This is how a “vicious circle” arises : lack of collagen synthesis <=> dysfunction of fibroblasts.

Such changes most affect the fibroblasts of the papillary dermis, which primarily affects the normal structure of the papilla of the epidermal-dermal junction.

There is a smoothing of the papillae, which manifests itself in the initial stages as sagging skin. There is a feeling of insufficient tension and elasticity, subsequently ptosis and wrinkles form .

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Home care, which includes advanced Ultraceuticals products for the treatment of enlarged pores, will complete the process.

Reduced pore size, fuller and more hydrated skin texture, overall improvement and revitalization of complexion after treatment.

How to deal with sagging and dry skin

Seeing dry, flabby skin with reduced turgor, cosmetologists often recommend a biorevitalization - i.e. injection of hyaluronic acid into the dermal layer of the skin. Which, by the way, comes out very quickly (from 2 to 5 days).

There is no need to rush into replacement therapy because:

• This does not solve the problem of dry skin and impaired barrier function.
• Why introduce a foreign product when the skin itself is able to compensate for the resulting deficiency by eliminating the causes of its formation.

Scheme 1. Treatment of enlarged pores after acne

If we have very wide pores as a legacy of youthful acne, we cannot do without a laser.

Platinental uses fractional laser photothermolysis. Gentle, but very effective laser perforation of the skin Asclepion Dermablade allows you to remove the top layer of skin, even out its tone and achieve porcelain smoothness.

A week after laser resurfacing, the result is strengthened with the help of 5-6 mesotherapy procedures with the Japanese drug SAKURA. The cocktail is compiled individually by a cosmetologist - in a special proportion to improve blood flow and narrow pores.

Patient, 35 years old.

The problem of acne and post-acne: active inflammation, scars, uneven skin, enlarged pores.

Home care: Ultra Milk Cleanser, Even Skintone Serum, Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream, Ultra A Smoothing Complex (Ultra A Treatment Serum), Ultra Hydrating Gel, Protective Moisturizer Cream SPF 30+. All – Ultraceuticals

Procedures in the clinic: fractional laser peeling + 8 Vitapeel Ultraceuticals

Correction plan for dry skin with sagging

Eliminate exposure to all provoking factors

Normalization of nutrition, intake of vitamins and active supplements, normalization of sleep and rest patterns.

Protects skin from UV and blue light rays

Flabby skin, atonicity, dyspigmentation of the facial skin, eye fatigue and general fatigue, problems with falling asleep - these are all manifestations of the negative effects of blue light. Its sources: computer, tablet, smartphones and fluorescent lamps.

According to research, blue light is 15 times more dangerous than the rest of the visible light range. Causes powerful oxidative stress, provokes degradation of collagen fibers, the appearance of age spots, dryness and increased sensitivity of the skin.

CBD "Blue Light" face cream SPF 30 DermaQuest is a complete daytime skin care for moisturizing, protecting and preventing sagging skin.

• Contains a physical photo filter – Zinc Oxide – a mineral screen from all types of UV rays;
• Moisturizes, nourishes and restores the skin - contains Shea butter and Aloe extract ;
• Absorbs well, can be used as a base for makeup - a complete day cream;
• Contains BlueLight filter - InfraGard - blue light protection;
• Vitamin C – prevention of pigmentation and premature aging;
• A unique ingredient - cannabidiol - heals the skin, normalizes the functioning of skin cells;

Restore skin barrier function

First of all, it is necessary to recommend not rejuvenating procedures, but those that restore the integrity of skin barriers - the lipid substance of the epidermis to prevent dehydration and restore the protective function of the skin.

Use a cream that contains representatives of 2-3 main groups:

• Hydrants are substances that attract and retain water molecules in the skin: urea, lactic acid, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin.
• Emollients are substances that create a protective film on the surface of the skin (it is they that determine the density of the cream) - these are vegetable and mineral oils, fats, waxes, dimethicone.
• Ingredients that restore hydration of skin cells by increasing aquaporins - cell channels through which moisture penetrates inside. These are AquaCell, Aquasens, Diffuporin.

CBD "Blue Light" face moisturizer DermaQuest - a powerful face moisturizer with Cannabidiol (CBD) and Blue Light protection - actively moisturizes dehydrated skin, revitalizes, and conducts moisture into the cells. Instantly gives peace and comfort. 80% natural composition.

It contains a unique AquaCell complex - a double blow against dehydrated skin: it supplies moisture inside the cell and retains it in the deep layers of the skin. Smoothes wrinkles within 2 hours of application, maintaining hydration levels for 24 hours.

The most popular methods of facelift without surgery

After 25 years, the metabolic process slows down, the level of collagen production decreases, and the aging process of the skin begins. And if at this age you can limit yourself to using skincare cosmetics, then after 35 it is advisable to add more radical methods. Experts recommend adhering to certain rules even before the first signs of aging appear, which will help delay the onset of destructive processes as much as possible:

• adhere to proper nutrition, because we are what we eat. More vegetables and fruits in the diet supply the skin and the body as a whole with vitamins, and the effect of toxins from fatty and fried foods over time weakens cell tone and disrupts skin metabolic processes;
• exercise. If you keep your body in good shape, your skin will look young and toned;
• less exposure of the skin to negative environmental factors;
• regularly cleanse, nourish and moisturize the skin;
• drink enough clean water daily. For every kilogram of weight, 30 ml of water should enter the body;
• do not sleep with your face in the pillow;
• do not abuse bad habits;
• avoid sudden weight loss. After rapid fat loss, the skin does not have time to tighten due to weakened muscle fibers.

Important: you should touch your face less with your hands to avoid bacteria getting on the epidermis. And also do not stretch the skin, for example, by resting your chin on your hand.

Watch your hands when working at the computer: frequent touching of your face can harm your skin

A facelift using traditional methods without surgery is a fairly effective, convenient and inexpensive way to restore your facial skin to its former youth. The list of useful tips in this case is far from small, and if you do everything together, you can very quickly achieve the desired result and slightly slow down the aging process. So, cosmetologists suggest not to neglect the following actions:

• tightening face masks;
• massage;
• gymnastics to improve skin tone;
• hardware procedures;
• injections (mesotherapy, hyaluronic acid).

Important: it will be better if a course of restoration for facial skin is prescribed by a cosmetologist, taking into account age characteristics, as well as the general condition of the dermis.

It is, of course, better to start carrying out preventive procedures in advance, because it is easier to prevent changes than to correct them. However, better late than never. Therefore, after 35 years, it is worth adding massage, gymnastics and injections to basic care, after 45, focus on rejuvenating procedures using special devices, and after 50, carry out a full range of measures.

Folk recipes for tightening masks

There are many different ready-made cosmetic masks aimed at tightening the oval of the face. They contain substances necessary for skin rejuvenation such as hyaluronic acid, collagen, stem cells, etc. Their effect cannot be disputed. It is recommended to make such masks regularly, 2-3 times a week. But drugs that actually have the expected effect are not cheap.

However, you can always prepare a more budget-friendly alternative right at home. It is convenient, affordable, and you will always be confident in the quality and freshness of the prepared cosmetics. There are a number of products that have a tightening effect on the skin, thereby providing a lifting effect:

• gelatin;
• protein;
• starch;
• honey;
• paraffin specifically intended for cosmetic procedures;
• cosmetic clay.

But any of these products must be used in combination with other ingredients that will provide the additional desired effect, depending on your skin type. If you need to moisturize dry skin, heavy cream, sour cream, essential oils, and fruit additives are perfect. Those with oily skin will benefit from low-fat dairy and fermented milk products, freshly squeezed apple or grape juice.

Gelatin contains a large amount of collagen, which has a beneficial effect on skin condition.

Gelatin mask with a moisturizing effect

Naturally, you will not look several years younger after a one-time application of a gelatin mask, but some improvement will be noticeable immediately. But still, arm yourself with patience and do this rejuvenating and toning procedure at least 2 times a week. In just a month you will be able to enjoy the results of the work done. The dermis will become more elastic, the oval of the face will be tightened, small wrinkles will be smoothed out.

To prepare the product, take ordinary food gelatin, which is easy to buy in any store. The tremendous effect of a gelatin mask is that this product contains a large amount of collagen, which is vital for maintaining skin elasticity and youth . It's easy to prepare:

1. Dilute 1 tsp. gelatin in cool water.
2. After the crystals swell, heat the liquid in a water bath.
3. Carefully add 1 tbsp. l. milk and talc, stir until a homogeneous consistency is achieved.
4. Cool.

Apply the mask after thoroughly cleaning the face and applying nourishing cream. When the mask dries and a feeling of tightness appears, apply a damp, warm towel to your face for a couple of minutes, after which you can wash your face.

Mask with gelatin for sagging skin

Try a mask with linden and gelatin for the appearance of a double chin:

1. Dissolve gelatin (3 tsp) in linden decoction (7 tbsp).
2. Then gradually, stirring constantly, add 2 tsp. honey, 4 tbsp. l. glycerin and 5 drops of tea tree oil.
3. Stir until the consistency of a homogeneous paste is achieved.
4. Cut 5 strips of bandage: one 35 cm, two 25 cm and two 20 cm.
5. Moisten a long strip with the mixture, apply from temple to temple along the contour of the face through the chin.
6. Apply the middle bandages to the forehead and the middle of the face from ear to ear.
7. Use short ones for the neck.
8. Apply the remaining pulp over the bandages.

The procedure takes 30 minutes. The effect will be noticeable immediately. The facial contour will become clearer, the skin will look tightened and fresh.

Protein masks that tighten the oval of the face

Protein masks have a moisturizing effect, so they are suitable for dry skin. Beat the egg white well, add softened avocado pulp and lemon juice to it. Apply to face and wait until completely dry, then apply a second layer of mask. After 15 minutes, rinse with water.

If you mix protein with a spoon of olive oil and hold the mixture on your face for 15–20 minutes, the skin will not only become more toned, but will also be saturated with beneficial substances from the oil.

For oily skin, a toning mask is suitable with adding a spoon of liquid honey and 50 g of barley flour to the whipped egg white. You can add a drop of mint and juniper essential oils. The whipped mixture is applied for 15–20 minutes.

The essential amino acids, enzymes, minerals and vitamins contained in eggs allow you to obtain a high cosmetological and aesthetic effect.

Starch mask instead of Botox

Many women claim that a starch mask can have a huge tightening effect, as well as make the skin elastic and moisturized. Mode of application:

1. First, we prepare the base of their starch. To do this, you need to dilute 30 g of potato starch in 100 ml of warm water.
2. After this, add another 400 ml of water and put it on the stove.
3. Heat, stirring constantly, without bringing to a boil.
4. After thickening, add 75 ml of freshly squeezed carrot juice and 25 g of homemade sour cream to the solution.
5. The mask is applied in several layers after the previous one has dried.
6. After half an hour, wash off the mask with warm water.

It is ideal to make this mask in the morning, every other day for a month. The action of the product is aimed at:

• smoothing wrinkles with starch;
• nutrition with sour cream;
• toning thanks to carrot juice.

It turns out to be practically a recipe for Botox made from starch - an excellent remedy for youthful skin.

Paraffin rejuvenating mask

First of all, you should make sure that you have prepared cosmetic paraffin that has undergone special cleaning, and not the paraffin from which candles are made. Why are paraffin masks so useful? The fact is that when it hardens, a kind of film is formed. This helps the substances underneath penetrate the skin more thoroughly. And when it hardens, the pores become narrower, the facial muscles are toned, due to which wrinkles are smoothed out.

Purified paraffin of the highest quality, without harmful impurities, is considered cosmetic.

You should use a paraffin mask with caution if you have spider veins on your face, dermatological diseases, or increased hairiness. When carrying out such a procedure at home, you should be careful and try to correctly calculate the heating temperature so as not to get burned . Try to involve an assistant in this matter so that you can relax during the procedure.

So, having prepared all the necessary materials in advance, let’s start preparing the mask:

1. First you need to melt 100 g of paraffin in a plastic bag in a water bath.
2. Add a few drops of an oil solution of vitamins A and E and mix.
3. Remove from heat and cool if it gets too hot. Before applying, check the temperature again.
4. If desired, you can first apply the serum to your face, and then quickly apply warm paraffin using a spatula.
5. Then dip the pre-prepared pieces of bandage into paraffin and also apply to the face.
6. Leave the mask on for 30 minutes, without talking, so as not to strain your facial muscles.
7. Carefully remove the mask with your hands or water.

Important: additional ingredients in paraffin are selected based on skin type: citrus essential oils are suitable for oily skin, olive or avocado oil for dry skin, tea tree oil or aloe juice for acne.

Video: paraffin face mask at home

Face massage

Facial massage is an indispensable method of lifting. During it, a load is placed on the facial muscles, which leads to their tone, as a result of which the epidermis is tightened. When the muscles weaken, the skin also becomes weaker, it sags and folds form. Therefore, it is worth learning how to do self-massage of the face to restore youth and freshness to the skin.

If you do the procedure regularly, you can achieve positive results:

• partial or complete smoothing of shallow wrinkles;
• improving complexion;
• increasing skin elasticity;
• disappearance of dark circles under the eyes;
• relieving swelling on the face.

Just 10 minutes of self-massage every other day will help you forget about the formation of a double chin and jowls.

Such an easy way to improve the appearance of your face is quite tempting to start doing right now. However, first, study the contraindications to its implementation, so as not to cause even more harm:

• inflammatory processes on the skin;
• the presence of large pimples, ulcers, boils;
• herpes, warts, large moles;
• bleeding wounds;
• hemophilia;
• carrying out salon procedures in the last 3 weeks;

Cosmetologists advise following important rules, as well as preparing for the procedure:

• learn the basic rules of self-massage, watch a video of it being performed by professionals;
• study the location of facial massage lines in order to perform all movements strictly according to them;
• Before each session, be sure to wash your hands and remove decorative cosmetics from your face;
• perform a massage only in a good, peaceful mood with relaxed facial muscles - negative emotions strain the muscles and all efforts will be pointless;
• The best time for a massage is the evening; you should not drink a lot of liquid before it to avoid swelling;
• repeat each movement 7–8 times;
• massage every other day for a month, after which a two-week break is necessary.

Facial massage lines are the lines of least stretch of the skin

Immediately before starting the procedure, apply cosmetic oil, such as refined coconut or massage cream, to your face (or lubricate your hands). The massage technique is simple:

1. Gently smooth the trajectories of the massage lines from the lips to the temples with your fingers.
2. In the direction from the brow ridge, move your fingers from bottom to top to the scalp.
3. From the center of the chin to the earlobes, use 5 fingers simultaneously.
4. The chin is worked with all fingers on both sides, starting from the center.
5. Tap this area with your palm for 3-5 minutes to prevent the formation of a double chin.

After the massage, slight redness is allowed, indicating blood flow.

Video: self-massage

Darsonvalization at home

Darsonvalization is a facial massage using the Darsonval apparatus, which, using a weak current, has a rejuvenating and tightening effect. The action of microcurrent improves the flow of arterial blood, which provokes an increase in the availability of oxygen and nutrients. Thanks to this process, the removal of decay products is accelerated and swelling of the skin is reduced. A course of massage sessions with the Darsonval apparatus allows you to rejuvenate the skin, make it more elastic, tighten the lower part of the face, gradually reducing the double chin. Nowadays, devices are produced that are small in size and affordable in price, which are convenient to use independently at home. Darsonvalization significantly increases the chances of quick results in restoring the contour of the oval of the face.

By doing a massage using the Darsonval apparatus, the chances of restoring youth and elasticity to your skin increase