Introduction
Ageing, an inescapable reality, marks its presence with the emergence of fine lines and wrinkles on your face. Oceanaconte Spa & Clinic recognizes that as we age, the vital protein collagen, which imparts elasticity and plumpness to our skin, dwindles progressively. Alongside the diminishing collagen, the loss of subcutaneous fat and soft tissues beneath the skin commences, contributing to the sagging of the skin. Enhanced by the persistent tug of gravity, these factors culminate in sagging skin.
Symptoms
Sagging skin manifests as the next phase in the natural ageing process. Recognizing sagging skin is crucial for addressing the issue. Watch for the following signs: a widening jawline leading to an apparent double chin, the deepening of nasolabial folds, cheekbones or frontal cheek areas losing their youthful elevation, upper eyelids veiling the once-prominent double eyelid creases, and more. These indicators are clear signals that your skin is beginning to sag.
Weight Loss
Dramatic weight loss over a short span causes skin sagging, as the skin's fibres, stretched during the weight gain period, cannot rapidly regain their original elasticity. This results in skin laxity and sagging.
Natural Ageing and UV-Induced Collagen Depletion
Collagen, a key element in maintaining skin's firmness and suppleness, gradually decreases as skin ages naturally. UV radiation not only damages skin cells but also breaks down collagen and elastic fibres, impeding the normal retraction and elasticity of skin fibres. This process is known as photoaging, and it results from UV exposure. The combined effects of natural ageing and photoaging lead to sagging skin.
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Loss of Subcutaneous Fat
Prolonged malnutrition, illnesses, and ageing lead to the depletion of subcutaneous fat. What was once plump and vibrant skin begins to appear deflated and saggy.
Gravity
Gravity's relentless force, which keeps all objects anchored to the Earth, also exerts a downward pull on the skin. While sagging skin might not be an issue in outer space, on Earth, skin that lacks support succumbs to gravity, causing it to sag.
Muscle Atrophy
As we age, muscle atrophy sets in, with muscles diminishing at a rate of 8% every decade. When combined with the natural loss of subcutaneous fat, the skin lacks the support it once had, contributing to sagging skin.
Treatments
3D Non-Surgical Facelift
Oceanaconte Spa & Clinic offers an immediate remedy for sagging skin with the 3D Non-Surgical Facelift. This minimally invasive treatment employs soluble and absorbable PDO protein-lifting threads, expertly inserted into the skin's fascia layers. These threads elevate and restore sagging skin, producing instant, visible results. This treatment is effective in addressing issues like nasolabial folds, double chins, blurred facial contours, and sagging apple cheeks or cheekbones. While the implanted protein-lifting threads are gradually metabolized by the skin over a period of around six months, they continue to stimulate the dermis, aiding the skin's recovery in terms of firmness and elasticity. This treatment is designed to combat the sagging skin associated with the natural ageing process. At Oceanaconte Spa & Clinic, we ensure you have access to a range of cutting-edge solutions for sagging skin.
