Can weight gain help sagging skin if underweight?

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I'm 19 years old, and my BMI is around 15.8 - the lowest it's ever been. I've noticed that over the past year or so, my skin is not as tight as it once was, and it's sort of sagging in a way. It's noticeable in the eye/forehead and cheek area. I'm wondering if this can be reversed if I gain weight and work towards a healthier BMI. Or would surgery/fillers be my only option at this point? Thank you.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Weight may cause skin laxity as well. I recommend a combination approach to get the most improvement with skin tightening for the face. I recommend J Plasma, lasers (Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, Co2), microneedling/prp, ultherapy and rf treatments to get the best outcomes. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Can weight gain help sagging skin if underweight?

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