A Complete Guide to Skin Tightening in 2022

Sagging skin is one of the major skin problems that we all deal with, more so now when our lifestyle and routine have become so complex. Natural ageing is not something that you can stop, but there are things that you can do to slow down the process and prevent early skin sagging.

Presenting a no-nonsense guide to skin tightening in 2022 that is very easy to follow. 

1. Supplements

What goes inside our body plays a major role in how the skin appears on the outside. Nutritional supplements help the body to make up for the lack of nutrients that we are not able to get from the meals.  

Some effective supplements that are widely used for skin tightening are collagen hydroxylate and antioxidants. Collagen supplements increase the hyaluronic acid levels in the body that improve the skin’s hydration. It also improves the collagen network in the skin and facilitates quick skin replenishment.

On the other side, antioxidants help skin tightening with the help of ROS or Reactive Oxygen Species. It activates the ROS in the body that eventually degrade collagen. It also stimulates the growth of elastin that helps in tightening the skin tissues. 

2. Exercise

Another very important yet neglected way to prevent skin sagging is regular exercise. Workouts especially endurance exercise is scientifically proven to reduce natural skin ageing which is very important for maintaining younger-looking skin.

Endurance exercises stimulate the release of a hormone called interleukin-15 from skeletal muscle which works wonders for tissue metabolism. An active tissue metabolism reduces the appearance of loose skin. 

A constant muscle building with the help of resistance exercises helps to replace the layer of fat that you lose with a lean muscle that holds the skin upright. Experts suggest that “When your underlying muscle is toned and tight, it really helps give your skin a strong foundation to rest on”.

3. Radiofrequency

It is a non-surgical method of skin tightening that uses energy waves for skin lifting. In this procedure, energy waves are used to stimulate the production of collagen in the body. The waves heat the deep layer of the skin to a temperature between 122 and 167°F (50–75°C)and the heat leads to collagen production. 

Radiofrequency also helps to fight sun damage and the signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines. Due to the complexities of the procedure, it is only performed by experienced professionals. 

Several companies have started to market home-use RF devices. However, if not done under expert supervision, there is a chance of getting your skin burned. So you should always consult an expert to avoid the side effects. The possible side effects of radiofrequency are temporary swelling, redness, and tingling

4. Cosmetics

There are a plethora of cosmetic products available in the market that you can use for treating minor skin sagging issues. Most of these are topical and should be used externally. These products include gel, creams, patches etc. 

The peel offs remove the outlet layer of the skin taking off the dead cells which lessen the appearance of loose, sagging, or wrinkled skin on the face and neck. While buying a skin tightening product front the market, always look for products that contain retinoids. 

Retinoids are potent antioxidants that boost collagen production in the body. However, do not have very high expectations from these products. They might only be effective for mild skin sagging problems.

5. Massage

A study published by Plos One states that regular massaging with an anti-ageing skin cream did show positive effects on the skin. Massaging improves blood circulation and also stimulate the fibroblast cells that produce collagen and elastin.

It also solved the mitochondrial dysfunction that is deemed to be connected with skin ageing. Massage increases mitochondria production by increasing blood flow. 

For better results with minimum effort, you can utilise a hand-operated oscillating massage tool.  

Is that All?

The above-mentioned tips will work for you only if you are eating right and are happy within. It is rightly said the emotions you feel are clearly reflected on your face. Therefore, it is very important to be at peace with yourself and feel good within 🙂