Skin laxity and lost firmness

Losing firmness and resilience is a natural part of ageing. Collagen and elastin, the proteins that keep the skin firm and elastic, decrease over the years, and the process is sped up by sun, smoking and rapid weight loss. The result is skin that feels looser and thinner, with less defined contour in the face and neck.

Microneedling and PRP work to stimulate the body's own production of collagen and elastin. The micro-channels from microneedling trigger a healing process where new, firmer tissue is built, and PRP's growth factors enhance the effect. Over time the skin becomes thicker, firmer and regains some of its resilience. It is a natural tightening that works with the skin rather than filling out or pulling mechanically.

It is important to be honest about the limits: with mild to moderate skin laxity these treatments give a nice effect, while significant excess skin (for example after very large weight loss) often requires surgical methods that are outside what we offer. We will say so if we think you would benefit more from another route.

At a free consultation we assess your skin and what is realistic to achieve.