How long does it take to not feel like your skin is ripping because it was pulled so tight from your body lift?

Thank you for your question.
You have not provided any photographs or history. Without these It is difficult to say what is going on but the feeling of pulling usually lasts for a couple of months. All The Best !

Thank you for your question regarding how long it takes until your skin stops feeling like it's ripping after your lower body lift. Every patient is different, and every patient heals differently. Most patients do not feel like their skin is ripping after a 360-body lift. However, if this is the case, it may take 2-3 weeks before the sensation decreases. I would suggest you explain the severity of your pain to your plastic surgeon, and maneuvers can be made to minimize this. This can entail pain killers, muscle relaxers, compression garments, and even a massage. All in all, this feeling will subside, but it is dependent entirely on the patient and their feeling. Thank you for your question regarding when this tearing or ripping sensation will subside.
I specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss. If you have any more questions regarding the lower body lift, 360 circumferential lower body lift, belt lipectomy, belt abdominoplasty, or belt dermolipectomy please contact my office. Since the body lift is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing the lower body lift. Do your research. Make sure they have performed at least 100 circumferential lower body lift surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it. Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.  If you cannot find an experienced, lower body lift surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and ​member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

It takes significant time for the skin and soft tissues to get strong again.  It is highly variable depending on the patient and some people take longer to heal than others.  Having adequate vitamins, minerals and protein intake is critical for wound healing.

First of all, congratulations on your body lift, Caterpillargirl!
It’s normal for your skin to feel tight right after a body lift. But the feeling will eventually subside over time as your body adjusts to your new skin tone. The amount of time is uncertain though, as some people lose this uncomfortable feeling in just a few weeks post-op, while others take months to do so.
If you have any other concerns, don’t hesitate to follow-up with your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon.
Best of luck!