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Loose skin fear

its_whisper
its_whisper Posts: 112 Member
edited November 2024 in Motivation and Support
Hey everyone,

It's been awhile since I've been here and I decided to come back because I would like to lose maybe 10-15 pounds but what's been stopping me for months is..loose skin. I already have a handful of it on my belly that has not gone away. I am just terrified of getting more on different parts of my body. If I lose the weight very slowly is there a chance of getting loose skin?

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  • thatthingyoudoula
    thatthingyoudoula Posts: 30 Member
    Skin is remarkably elastic. I've gained and lost 60 pounds and loose skin is generally not that big of a deal if you exercise as well. Everyone is different, but I've seen huge weight losses with minimal skin sagging.
  • brb_2013
    brb_2013 Posts: 1,197 Member
    There is always a chance but with so little to lose you may find that it tightens with time. Some suggest two years to allow the skin time to adjust to a lack of body fat. Don't let the fear keep you from your goals.
  • amyk0202
    amyk0202 Posts: 666 Member
    A 10-15 lb loss is not going to increase loose skin. If you have that little to lose, it will probably come off pretty slow anyway.
  • missjessau
    missjessau Posts: 17 Member
    I'm starting to get it on my belly :( I'm worried I will start to look like Dr Zoidberg without his shell soon.
  • lindsayh87
    lindsayh87 Posts: 167 Member
    edited February 2016
    Water water water! That will help! Make sure that you are getting proper nutrition to keep your skin healthy. If you lose the weight at a good healthy pace it shouldn't get too bad.

    On a side note, I tried Arbonne's skin firming body cream on my tummy and butt/upper thighs when I lost weight the first time and I felt like it made a difference. I'm not a salesperson for Arbonne so I'm completely unbiased - it might be worth a try :)
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