A common age-related change where skin becomes saggy and less supple, leading to wrinkles and loss of youthful bounce.
Loss of skin elasticity is a common sign of ageing that can affect your overall appearance and confidence. At our medical spa in Calgary, Arlo Medical Injections, we offer treatments that aim to improve your skin's firmness. Understanding the causes and available treatments for loss of skin elasticity can help you decide what suits your skincare needs.
Loss of skin elasticity, also known as elastosis, occurs when the skin becomes less firm and more saggy due to the breakdown of elastin and collagen fibers. This condition can result in wrinkles, sagging skin, and a lack of youthful resilience. It commonly affects areas like the face, neck, and hands.
At Arlo Medical Injections, we provide several treatments that may improve your skin's firmness:
If you are concerned about the loss of skin elasticity, Arlo Medical Injections is here to help. Our registered nurse injectors will create a personalised treatment plan to address your specific needs. Call us today at (825) 736-2756 or book an appointment online to learn more about our treatments for loss of skin elasticity. Book a consultation and we will talk through what is realistic for your skin. Results vary from person to person. Suitability, expected outcomes, and risks are reviewed at your consultation.
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Skin elasticity cannot be returned to what it was, because the elastin lost with age and sun damage is not fully replaced. Some approaches may improve how firm the skin looks. These include over-the-counter products with retinol, vitamin C, or peptides, and in-clinic options such as Plexr Plus and NeoGen PSR. Sun protection, hydration, a balanced diet, and not smoking all support skin health. Results vary from person to person.
Daily skincare is the usual foundation: over-the-counter products with retinol, vitamin C, or peptides, a good moisturiser, and daily broad-spectrum sunscreen. A balanced diet and good hydration support skin health more generally. In clinic, Plexr Plus, NeoGen PSR, and dermal fillers are options we offer. Which of these suits you depends on your skin and your goals, so the starting point is a consultation.
There is no single vitamin deficiency that explains reduced skin elasticity. Vitamin C is involved in collagen production, and severe deficiency does affect skin, but that is rare in people eating a normal diet. Vitamin A and vitamin E are also often discussed in relation to skin health. For most people, ageing and sun exposure are the main factors, not diet.
No. No vitamin tightens skin. Vitamin C is involved in collagen production and topical retinol (a form of vitamin A) has been studied for its effect on cell turnover and skin texture, so both are common in skincare products. Neither changes the underlying structure of loose skin. If firmness is your concern, a consultation is the best way to understand what is realistic.
The evidence for supplements is limited and mixed. Collagen peptides have been studied for skin hydration and elasticity with some positive but modest findings. Vitamin C is needed for collagen production, and omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E are often mentioned for general skin health, although supplementing them does not reliably change skin elasticity in people who are not deficient. A balanced diet is the more dependable approach. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting any supplement.
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