Weight loss demands sacrifice. Consistency. Discipline. If you’ve pushed through the tough days to complete your weight loss journey successfully, congratulations on behalf of the team at Lume. We want to celebrate all your hard work—because putting your well-being first can often feel easier said than done.
But after achieving significant weight loss, many don’t anticipate the excess, sagging skin often left behind. This droopy skin can distract from your weight loss efforts, making it difficult to feel confident in the body you worked so hard for.
Our experts want to help you target post-weight loss skin laxity with treatments like Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago. Continue reading to learn how Exion’s revolutionary technology boosts collagen production and tightens loose skin. If you’re ready to schedule your consultation, use our treatment planner or give us a call to get started.
What causes skin laxity after weight loss?
Skin laxity, or sagging skin, occurs when the skin loses its ability to retract after being stretched significantly.
When a person gains weight, the skin expands to make room for increased fat growth. But when the skin remains stretched for a long time, collagen fibers, or the proteins that provide the skin with structure and support, become damaged. These damaged fibers can cause the skin to hang off the body after a person loses weight.
Other factors that influence skin elasticity include:
- Amount of weight lost – Rapid weight loss can create greater amounts of skin laxity.
- Age – Collagen production decreases as we get older.
- Genetics – Genes and a family history of skin laxity dictate how your skin responds to weight loss.
- Lifestyle habits – Smoking, sun exposure, and poor eating habits damage collagen.
What is Exion?
Our experts want to assure you that skin laxity after weight loss is perfectly normal. But if your loose skin causes physical discomfort or self-esteem issues, treatments like Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago can help you create a shape that matches your weight loss efforts.
Exion is a multi-platform skin rejuvenation treatment that targets everything from loose skin to unwanted texture. We primarily recommend the Exion Body, Face, and RF Microneedling handpieces to guests who want to sculpt their best body after losing weight.
Exion Face
By combining monopolar radiofrequency (RF) and targeted ultrasound, Exion Face firms the skin to create a sharper profile.
First, Exion Face uses monopolar RF to boost collagen and elastin production. This strengthens the skin at a cellular level to create a tighter appearance. At the same time, Exion Face’s targeted ultrasound boosts the body’s natural hyaluronic acid production. This substance provides superior hydration, plumping the skin to create a youthful glow.
As a gentle, noninvasive tightening treatment, we can use Exion Face to treat skin laxity in some of the body’s most delicate areas, including:
- Forehead
- Cheeks
- Around the eyes
- Nasolabial folds
- Jawline
- Chin
- Neck
Exion Body
Using the same technology as Exion Face, Exion Body increases collagen and hyaluronic acid production to sculpt stronger contours.
Unlike other handpieces, the body applicator for Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago utilizes a “temperature cooldown” feature. By cooling the surface of the treatment area to 10 degrees Celsius, Exion Body pushes heat deep into the subcutaneous fat layer. This melts unwanted pockets of fat and eliminates skin laxity at the same time.
Our experts recommend using the Exion Body applicator to contour the following areas:
- Abdomen
- Love handles
- Buttocks
- Thighs
- Arms
Exion RF Microneedling
As a deep skin remodeling treatment, Exion RF Microneedling combines RF energy and microneedling to tighten the skin from within.
By using small, fine needles to penetrate the skin, the Exion RF Microneedling device creates micro-injuries. These controlled injuries simulate the body’s natural healing response and boost collagen production. At the same time, these microneedles emit RF energy into the deepest layers of skin to enhance collagen remodeling.
Exion RF Microneedling targets skin laxity and texture issues with minimal downtime and less pain than traditional microneedling treatments. We can use this applicator to treat both the face and the body.
How to Know If Exion Is Right for You
We recommend scheduling a consultation with one of our wellness specialists to learn how Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago treats stubborn skin laxity after weight loss.
During your consultation, you discuss your aesthetic concerns and how you want to look after treatment. Your provider also examines your desired treatment area, determining how Exion can address these concerns.
Exion for skin tightening after weight loss works best for guests with minimal to moderate loose skin. We also recommend this treatment to guests who want non-invasive solutions as opposed to excess skin removal surgery.
We cannot use Exion on guests with significant sagging skin after weight loss. You must also be at a healthy weight that you can sustain after your Exion treatment plan. Maintaining a stable weight helps you avoid compromising your results.
What to Expect During Your Exion Treatment at Lume
You deserve lasting skin laxity solutions to help you feel confident in your new body. The experts at Lume want to help you create your best self, and for many, increased self-esteem after weight loss starts with Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago.
Here’s a brief overview of the preparations, treatment process, and recovery you can expect when you create your Exion plan at Lume.
Preparations
In the days leading up to your Exion treatment session, we recommend staying out of the sun and avoiding tanning beds. Be sure to wear sunscreen with a minimum 30 SPF to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
We also recommend avoiding harsh aesthetic treatments and skincare products in the days leading up to your treatment. These include retinoids, waxing, and chemical peels. Your provider can help you determine which treatments to take a break from during your initial consultation.
Finally, we recommend drinking plenty of water to prepare for your Exion treatment. Hydrated, supple skin responds better to treatment and can speed up the healing process.
Treatment Process
For Exion Face and Body, your provider first cleanses your treatment area and applies an ultrasound gel to help the device move more easily. They then glide the handpiece over your face or body, boosting collagen and hyaluronic acid production as they go. Many guests describe feeling a warming sensation during treatment, similar to a soothing massage.
For Exion RF Microneedling, your provider cleans your skin before applying a topical anesthetic. Once they’ve fully numbed your treatment area, they press the device’s handpiece into your skin. You may feel a slight prickling sensation as the microneedling device delivers RF heating into the deeper layers of your skin, but most guests describe having a comfortable experience.
Exion treatment timelines vary, depending on your level of skin laxity and the size of your treatment area. On average, Exion sessions take 20 to 75 minutes to complete.
Recovery
The best part about the Exion treatment process? There’s no recovery! Many of our busier guests squeeze regular treatment sessions into their schedules with ease.
After each Exion Face and Body session, your skin may be red or flushed. This side effect typically subsides in the hours following your appointment.
For Exion RF Microneedling, your newly treated skin may feel more sensitive or sore. We recommend taking acetaminophen to reduce these symptoms. Be sure to avoid NSAIDs like ibuprofen and Advil, as these medications may reduce Exion’s collagen-boosting effect.
Regardless of which Exion handpiece you choose, we recommend continuing to stay hydrated and apply sunscreen to enhance your treatment results.
Why Choose Lume for Your Exion Treatment
At Lume, our experts have dedicated their careers to making the most innovative treatments accessible to everyday individuals who want to prioritize their health. This includes guests who have achieved their weight loss goals and are searching for effective skin laxity solutions.
With so many treatment options for loose skin, we understand how difficult it can feel to find one that suits your unique needs. Fortunately, we serve as a guiding hand as you navigate through your wellness journey.
In short, after all the hard work you’ve put into losing weight, you shouldn’t have to accept loose, sagging skin. Whether it’s Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago or a different treatment option, we’ll help you create a plan tailored to your individual health needs.
Contour Your Best Body at Lume
Detailed nutrition plans. Intense workout regimens. Consistent healthy habits. For all the time and effort you put into losing weight, you deserve a body that reflects it. Treatments like Exion near Lincoln Park Chicago can help you overcome skin laxity and create a figure you feel confident in.
Your wellness is our life’s mission. Use our treatment planning tool to start scheduling your Exion consultation.
Want to learn more about medical weight loss? Head over to our wellness journal for all the details you need to make an informed treatment decision.
