Skin laxity
Loose or crepey skin reflects changes in collagen and elastin. Non-surgical treatment can improve firmness, within honest limits.
About skin laxity
Laxity often appears along the jawline, under the chin, on the neck and around the eyes. Genetics, sun exposure, smoking and weight change all play a part.
Energy-based devices and collagen stimulators can tighten and thicken skin gradually. They do not replace surgery for significant sagging, and a physician will tell you if that is where you are.
- Softening of the jawline
- Crepey texture on the neck or under the eyes
- Skin that looks thinner or less springy
- Early jowling
We assess how much laxity is present and what is driving it. Options may include Morpheus8™ or RF microneedling, Sculptra®, or resurfacing, often in combination.
Consultation, treatment and follow-up
Assessment
A physician examines the skin, asks about history and triggers, and confirms what the concern actually is before any treatment is suggested.
A plan and a cost
Options are explained with realistic expectations and limits. Where treatment is cosmetic, the full cost is quoted before anything is booked.
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed at an interval suited to the condition, and the plan is adjusted if the skin does not respond as expected.
Where treatment is cosmetic, cost depends on the treatment, the area and the number of sessions, so it is quoted at consultation once a plan exists. Results vary between individuals.
Related treatments and conditions
Morpheus8™
Morpheus8™ combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to remodel collagen beneath the surface.
Read moreSculptra®
Sculptra® is a collagen biostimulator.
Read moreRF microneedling
Radiofrequency microneedling uses fine needles to deliver heat into the skin, stimulating collagen to improve texture, scarring and firmness.
Read moreSkin laxity: frequently asked questions
How long does skin tightening take to show?
Collagen builds gradually, so improvement typically develops over several weeks to months.
Is non-surgical tightening the same as a facelift?
No. It can improve mild to moderate laxity, but it does not lift tissue in the way surgery does.
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A physician examines the area you're concerned about, explains which treatments can help and what they cost, and tells you when treatment isn't worth it.