28, two kids. I have fine lines and textured skin - would microneedling be a good option for resurfacing? (Photos)

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I'm 28 years old and I have two kids both of which I gained 75 pounds with I was just wondering if me laying down flat on my back can cause sagging of my face on the side I've heard where it's normal but I just wanna make sure what I have is considered normalnormaland also I have some fine lines and some texture issues. I want to get resurfaced. I've had a chemical peel before, but never micro needling.

Behnoush Zarrini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for sharing your photo and questions. As a practitioner at Beverly Wilshire Aesthetics, I can assure you that sleeping flat on your back is actually the absolute best position for preventing facial wrinkles and preserving symmetry. Lying down does not cause your face to sag permanently. What you are noticing in your photo is entirely normal because gravity simply pulls the loose facial tissues backward when you are supine. Furthermore, gaining and losing seventy five pounds during two pregnancies significantly stretches the skin and the supportive ligaments underneath. When the weight is lost, the skin sometimes lacks the full elasticity to snap back completely, which perfectly explains the mild laxity you observe. This natural change is very common and completely expected after such major physical milestones.
Regarding your fine lines and texture concerns, microneedling is an excellent next step since you have already experienced a chemical peel. The microneedling device creates tiny micro injuries in the dermis, which powerfully stimulates your body to produce fresh collagen and elastin. This process works beautifully to smooth out surface texture, diminish fine lines, and even provide a subtle tightening effect for mild skin laxity. For an even more robust result, we often combine traditional microneedling with radiofrequency energy to remodel the deeper layers of tissue and gently tighten the skin. I highly recommend scheduling an in person consultation so an experienced provider can evaluate your face and design a customized resurfacing plan for your unique goals. Have you noticed any specific areas where the fine lines or texture issues bother you the most, such as around your mouth or on your cheeks?

28, two kids. I have fine lines and textured skin - would microneedling be a good option for resurfacing? (Photos)

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