How to Tighten Your Skin After Losing Weight

The only undesirable side effect of losing weight is loose skin. While dropping the kilos is great, one must ensure that the elasticity of the skin is maintained. Loose skin occurs when the elasticity of our skin diminishes.

Here are some things we can do to tighten our skin:

1 . Eat right

Choose a lean protein, soy and fresh fruit and vegetable heavy diet. Lean protein contains collagen which boosts the elasticity of the skin. Aloe Vera and Soy protein rejuvenate the skin cells and improve their growth. Add foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acid as it promotes skin growth.

2 . Increase hydration

Drink lots of water and juices to keep your skin moisturised. Electrolytes and minerals that are available in water and juices, replenish your skin and help increase elasticity.

3 . Add weight training exercises

Practice weight training or yoga to tighten the skin. Muscle training helps rebuild muscles that make the skin taut. Yoga increases oxygen intake and improves blood circulation which in turn aids in creating new skin cells.

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4 . Massage with skin tightening oils

Indulge in a full body massage that can tone our muscles and tighten our skin through improved blood circulation. Oils like olive oil, almond oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil and castor oil are excellent for improving skin tone and elasticity. Castor oil with lemon juice is specifically known to tighten skin as it is packed with anti-oxidants and Vitamin E.

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5 . Try scrubs and tightening creams

Dry scrubbing is the method of scrubbing the body use a dry brush. This helps exfoliate skin and boost elasticity. Varieties of scrubs are available in the market and can be homemade like lemon & sugar scrub, sea salt and minerals scrub, coffee scrub etc. You can also use skin tightening creams made from aloe vera, Vitamin A and E.

However you might have achieved the weight loss, regular practices of exercise, diet and massages will guarantee you look toned and ready to show off your new self!

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