Loose skin and skin tightening after liposuction

My skin is loose after lipo. Why is that, and what can I do about it?
What causes skin laxity after liposuction?
How to tighten loose skin after lipo
Is there anything I can do myself to help with skin tightening after liposuction?
Skin tightening treatments in London after liposuction, with the skin tightening specialists
Book from day 56 after lipo (or a consultation from day 42 after lipo)

Advanced Skin Tightening and Cellulite Treatments in London - LipoTherapeia®

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My skin is loose after lipo. Why is that, and what can I do about it?

After any ‘lipo’ procedure skin is left looser.

This applies to all liposuction-related types of surgery, collectively referred to as ‘lipo’ in this article:

Normal liposuction
Liposculpture (liposuction with fat transfer)
Vaser/ultrasound assisted liposuction
Smart lipo/laser-assisted liposuction
Bodytite / radiofrequency-assisted liposuction

As more and more people have liposuction, in last few years we see at the clinic more and more people with skin laxity after lipo.

In fact, perhaps 50% of our clients these days had lipo before.

What causes loose skin after liposuction?

When putting on weight, skin stretches to accommodate the extra adipose tissue volume. After adipose tissue is removed with lipo, the excess skin appears loose and saggy.

Vaser lipo, smart lipo and bodytite lipo use an ultrasound, laser or radiofrequency cannula tip, respectively, to coagulate (i.e. burn) the hypodermis (deep skin layer) which results in inflammation and consequent controlled fibrosis formation, in order to artificially harden the skin.

However, this is only temporary and when the fibrosis is dissolved gradually after about a year, skin is left loose and needs some proper skin tightening (sometimes fibrosis is excessive and results in scar tissue lumps, but this is material for another article).

How to tighten loose skin after lipo

The most effective SAFE technology known today for skin tightening after liposuction (or in general) is deep-acting, high-power radiofrequency.

Any other technology is either less effective or can often lead to adverse reactions, in addition to not being very effective either (e.g. RF microneedling).

Deep-acting, high-power radiofrequency works by stimulating:

New collagen synthesis in fibroblasts (‘collagen cells’), for skin tightening
New elastin synthesis in fibroblasts, for skin elasticity
Existing collagen contraction, for skin tightening

The result is tighter, more lifted skin with improved elasticity.

For good results with skin tightening after lipo most people need a course of 6-12 weekly deep-acting, high-power radiofrequency sessions. Severe skin looseness may require up to 20 sessions, while extreme skin laxity may require surgical removal of skin (thigh lift, tummy tuck, arm lift etc).

Contrary to what some clinics misleadingly claim, you cannot safely and effectively tighten your skin with 1-4 miracle treatments - do not fall for such hype. Your body does need strong, regular, repeated stimulation to change and this does not happen overnight with miracle treatments.

Is there anything I can do myself to help with skin tightening after lipo?

Vibration plate training and any exercise that involves some vibration (running, fast walking, most sports) can help with fibroblast function with collagen synthesis, via a process called mechanotransduction.

On the other hand, static types of exercise, such as yoga and pilates do not help with firming, as they do not provide any vibration to fibroblasts.

Consuming enough lean protein (most women don’t), polyphenols (berries, herbs, spices, citrus fruits etc) and vitamin C are essential for collagen production.

You can also have a daily shake with collagen power or “vegan collagen” powder.

Do not bother with home radiofrequency machines: they are a waste of time and money. Find a reputable clinic instead, even if you have to travel a bit to them.

You may also also use a real cellulite cream, i.e. one with multiple high-purity actives in high concentrations, relevant to skin firming. As most skin firming body creams are very diluted, do your due diligence first before wasting your money on nothing more than a moisturiser.

Have a skin tightening treatment in London after liposuction with the skin tightening specialists

At LipoTherapeia we have specialised 100% in skin tightening (and cellulite reduction) for more than two decades and 20,000+ sessions.

This is all we study and practise every day and we know inside-out all the important skin tightening equipment and their manufacturers. As strong, deep acting radiofrequency is the technology of choice for skin tightening, we have invested in the best RF equipment in the world.

Furthermore, over the last two decades we have developed advanced treatment protocols in order to make the most of our technologies, for maximum results, naturally and safely.

Our radiofrequency treatments are comfortable, pain-free, downtime-free, injection-free, microneedling-free, 99.5%+ safe and always non-invasive.

And our focus is on honest, realistic, science-based treatment and caring, professional service with a smile.

Book from day 56 after lipo (or a consultation from day 42 after lipo)

As tissues are always sensitive and inflamed after lipo, we only provide our treatments from day 56 (8 weeks) after surgery, when tissues are generally healed - never before.

In the first 56 days you can initially do lymphatic massage reduce swelling and then strong massage to prevent fibrosis and adhesions.

If, for some reason, you still have inflammation, complications or other sensitivity after lipo, we may have to start treatment later to ensure safety and effectiveness.

However, we will be pleased to see you, assess you, listen to your story and discuss your case from day 42 (6 weeks). And, of course, offer you the best treatment possible from day 56 (8 weeks).

There are five ways to start treatment with us: