A New Look for a New Year

Over time, it is natural for your skin to lose elasticity and develop fine lines and wrinkles. However, you still may feel self-conscious about it. Luckily, you have the option of getting a skin tightening treatment, which restores elasticity and helps you look younger. The treatment is non-invasive, so you don't have to worry about any serious side effects.

Here are a few common misconceptions about skin tightening treatments that you should not believe.

Skin Tightening Is Just for the Face

Although skin tightening is commonly used on the face, it is not limited to this area. It can effectively treat sagging in many areas of the body, including the legs, arms, stomach, and neck. If you have sagging skin in other parts of your body, there's a good chance that skin tightening can effectively treat it.

Skin Tightening Provides Permanent Results

While it would be nice if skin tightening provided permanent results, it is not the case. In most cases, skin tightening results last for about a year. If you like your results and wish to maintain them, you will need to schedule future treatments. Ask your dermatologist how often you will require treatments.

Skin Tightening Treatments Are Only Safe for Certain Skin Tones

This is another common misconception about skin tightening treatments. Some people assume that these treatments are only safe for lighter skin tones. However, skin tightening can actually treat all skin tones safely. If you have darker skin and want to reduce sagging, you can get this treatment. 

Skin Tightening Is Painful

Some people are reluctant to get a skin tightening treatment because they assume the procedure is painful. The good news is that this is not true. Although you may feel a little warmth on your skin, the discomfort is minimal. The treatment is certainly less painful than more invasive procedures.

Skin Tightening Requires Downtime

A skin tightening procedure can typically be completed in about 30 minutes and requires virtually no downtime. After the procedure, you can return to your normal routine immediately. However, you may experience mild redness and swelling on the treatment area.

As you can see, there are a lot of myths about skin tightening treatments. If you are interested in getting this procedure, you should schedule a consultation with a reputable dermatologist. They will evaluate your skin and determine if you are a good candidate for the skin tightening treatment or not.