How to Address Facial Sagging and Laxity
Dec 18, 2021
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Facial laxity and sagging can be improved through treatments such as hydrafacial injections, facelifts, or physical modalities including laser therapy and intense pulsed light (IPL) skin rejuvenation. Since the severity of facial laxity and sagging varies among individuals, the appropriate treatment approach also differs accordingly. Facial laxity and sagging may also result from deficiencies in Qi and blood or from malnutrition.
Facial skin laxity and sagging are often caused by inadequate skin hydration or insufficient collagen in the facial skin. Therefore, when such laxity and sagging occur, the most effective approach is to supplement collagen and perform gentle facial massage to help relax the skin.
How to Address Facial Skin Laxity and Sagging
Facial skin laxity and sagging can be improved through various physical treatments, including hyaluronic acid (HA) injections (“water-light” needle therapy), facelift surgery, laser therapy, and intense pulsed light (IPL) photorejuvenation. Since the severity of facial laxity varies among individuals, treatment options must be tailored accordingly. Deficiencies in qi and blood—or malnutrition—can also contribute to facial laxity and sagging. Incorporating blood-nourishing foods into your daily diet and regularly performing facial massage can enhance local circulation and significantly improve this condition.
Additional Information: Causes of Facial Skin Laxity
1. Genetic factors;
2. Age-related natural aging;
3. Photoaging—prolonged ultraviolet (UV) exposure accelerates skin aging and contributes to facial laxity;
4. Emotional fluctuations—chronic stress or negative emotions may hasten aging;
5. Frequent or forceful contraction of facial expression muscles, which accelerates wrinkle formation;
6. Rapid weight loss or significant reduction in body fat in overweight individuals, leading to tissue laxity—including in the face.
The above outlines approaches to managing facial skin laxity and sagging. We hope this information is helpful to you.
