Can I do laser resurfacing on face and neck while in process of losing 100 lbs. w/exercise & diet?

Thank you for sharing your question. Laser skin resurfacing is great for improving skin texture, elasticity, irregular pigmentation and fine lines. Weight loss will have no baring on resorts. Make sure your treatments are performed by experienced facial experts to avoid complications. Good luck,

It’s not uncommon for men and women to re-think a weight loss once they lose facial volume, too. Fat in your face does indeed make you look younger because it provides volume and smooths out lines and wrinkles. However, its not healthy for your body to be fat, even if your face looks better.  Your plan to use Fraxel to tighten your collagen and rebuild your skin while losing weight should help your skin adjust to the loss of fat volume. However, if it’s a quick weight loss, your skin may take some time to catch up. Either be patient or help it along with collagen-building dermal fillers such as Sculptra, or even a thread lift. Be sure to consult a board-certified dermatologist who can help you look as healthy as you feel as you reach your goal weight. 

Resurfacing and toning your face with Fraxel or another laser is a great way to reward yourself for having a goal of losing weight. It’s actually a great choice, because the increased tone and collagen can help compensate for the loss of fat volume that will occur as you shed pounds. Consulting a board-certified dermatologist will help you come you come up with a resurfacing schedule that works with your weight-loss routine. 

It's best to get evaluated once you get down to a consistent weight. Then, the specialist that you see can recommend treatments knowing that there won't be  weight fluctuations that affect the treatment plan. It's common that patients with weight loss lose fat in their cheeks as well. You can be benefit from fillers to replace the volume that you've lost. Good Luck!

Thanks for the question although it is somewhat complicated.  It is true that significant weight loss frequently can cause more folds and sagging of the face.  It doesn't generally cause an increase in fine lines.  Volume is generally used to correct the effects of weight loss in the face with the use of fillers and occasionally even surgery (eg face lift) is needed.  Laser resurfacing doesn't really correct sagging caused by weight loss.  It is much better at improving the tone of the skin and reducing fine wrinkling.  Find your happy weight, be healthy, and find a provider that can address your concerns at that point!

Congratulations on your successful weight loss and life changes!  Laser resurfacing should be fine during and after weight loss. Make sure you are well hydrated and nourished before your treatment and during your recovery from resurfacing. As you lose weight, your pores may appear larger and your skin may have more laxity. After resurfacing, you may need some fillers injected. Fillers are used to restore volume in the face after loss of fat.