How to Firm Sagging Skin After Major Weight Loss

If you've experienced major weight loss, you may also be dealing with sagging skin. Sure, you have more energy and look great in clothes, but I know that excess skin can take a major toll on your self-esteem. And, after all your hard work to lose the weight, it's a shame to let anything keep you from feeling great about your body.

Fortunately, there are ways to firm sagging skin after major weight loss without surgery.

Instructions

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  Add in time with weights. If you didn't already use weights as part of your weight loss system, now's the time to start using them to firm sagging skin. By tightening up your muscles, the skin over your muscles will also look firmer. Meet with a personal trainer and ask about which exercises will firm your particular problem areas.

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  Dry brush your skin daily before each shower. Dry brushing is great for improving circulation and helping keep your lymph system healthy. But, beyond that, it's also very helpful to firm sagging skin.

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  Massage the skin daily after each shower with Apricot Kernel Oil (which is great for mature or sensitive skin) or Emu Oil (which can also help fight wrinkles). Take your time with this process instead of rushing through it--it has health benefits beyond helping firm sagging skin (like increasing circulation and overall skin condition).

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  Apply a weekly body mask to your skin that includes Rhassoul Clay which has skin firming properties. Many spas offer this service, or you can mix your own.

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  Consider using Patchouli Essential Oil which can also help firm sagging skin. You can mix a little in with the Apricot oil, or you can use the essential oil in other ways (always make sure to dilute it first).

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  Continue to celebrate and take good care of your body following your successful major weight loss.