Everything You Need to Know About Sagging Skin — And How We Treat It at Meraki
Sagging skin is one of the most common — and often most frustrating — concerns our clients share with us at Meraki.
What Causes Sagging Skin?
Sagging skin develops when collagen and elastin fibers in the skin begin to break down. This can happen naturally with age, but it’s often accelerated by factors like:
- Rapid weight loss (especially without muscle toning)
- Hormonal changes, particularly during menopause
- Sun exposure
- Poor nutrition or dehydration
- Smoking or oxidative stress
- Genetics
Whether you're noticing sagging facial skin, loose skin on your neck, or skin laxity in the arms or legs, the cause is often the same — and so is the solution: stimulate collagen, improve circulation, and support the underlying structure of the skin.
Common Areas of Concern
At Meraki, we treat sagging skin across all areas of the body. Some of the most common include:
1. Sagging Skin on Arms- Often called “bat wings,” sagging in the upper arms usually results from fat loss or muscle loss combined with age-related collagen decline.
2. Sagging Neck Skin- Also referred to as “turkey neck,” this area is particularly delicate and prone to early sagging. We offer specialized neck treatments for sagging skin that restore firmness without surgery.
3. Sagging Facial Skin- As facial fat pads shift and collagen breaks down, you may notice jowling, drooping cheeks, or a less defined jawline. We specialize in facial skin tightening in NYC using advanced regenerative lasers and non-invasive techniques.
4. Sagging Skin on the Stomach and Legs- Especially common after pregnancy or weight loss, these areas benefit from a blend of body contouring and collagen-boosting treatments.
How to Prevent Sagging Skin When Losing Weight
Preventing sagging skin during weight loss comes down to one key idea: lose fat, not muscle. Here’s how we help clients lose weight without sagging skin:
- Encourage gradual weight loss to give skin time to adjust
- Incorporate strength training to maintain underlying muscle tone
- Support the skin with collagen-rich nutrition and hydration
- Use early interventions like radiofrequency and lymphatic therapy
- Boost circulation and tissue health with Artemis T-Shape 2
Our approach is functional and regenerative, meaning we support your skin before, during, and after your weight loss journey.
Our Skin Tightening Treatments at Meraki
We’re proud to offer some of the most advanced skin tightening treatments in NYC, all non-invasive and thoughtfully selected for optimal results.
Artemis T-Shape 2
A powerful solution for sagging skin on the arms, legs, and stomach, this treatment combines radiofrequency energy, infrared, and vacuum therapy to stimulate collagen, enhance lymphatic flow, and firm loose skin.
Aerolase Laser Rejuvenation
Perfect for sagging skin on the face and neck, Aerolase delivers gentle yet effective laser energy to stimulate deep collagen remodeling. It’s safe for all skin tones and especially effective for crepey, delicate areas.
Cavi-Lipo + Cryolipolysis
When small pockets of fat contribute to a sagging appearance, we use targeted fat reduction to contour the area before combining it with skin-tightening treatments.
EMS Sculpt & Tone
To support muscle and skin structure, this treatment induces deep muscle contractions to firm and tone areas under loose skin, particularly the arms, abdomen, and thighs.
Can You Tighten Sagging Skin on the Face?
Absolutely. At Meraki, we take a layered, personalized approach to facial skin tightening that addresses both surface appearance and underlying causes. We use the Aerolase laser to stimulate deep collagen production and improve skin texture, while also supporting internal factors that influence skin quality. For many clients, this includes hormonal optimization to rebalance estrogen and testosterone levels that naturally decline with age. We also guide clients in functional nutrition and micronutrient support — ensuring the body has the raw materials it needs to produce healthy, firm skin.
Whether you’re concerned about sagging facial skin after weight loss, or simply want to tighten and refresh your appearance, our non-invasive treatments are designed to lift, firm, and restore radiance — all without downtime or injectables.
Why Choose Meraki for Skin Tightening in NYC?
You’ll find no one-size-fits-all solutions here. At Meraki, we blend cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of holistic skin health. Every treatment plan is customized to your skin’s current condition, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals.
Our skin-tightening services are ideal for clients who:
- Want to tighten sagging skin without surgery
- Are navigating skin changes after weight loss or menopause
- Are looking for natural, long-term skin rejuvenation
- Prefer a holistic, personalized approach to aging gracefully
Ready to Feel Firm, Sculpted, and Radiant Again?
Whether you're frustrated by sagging skin on your arms, a loose neck, or changes in your face after weight loss, Meraki is here to help you feel confident in your skin again — without extreme measures.
Based on the Upper East Side, we proudly offer the most advanced laser skin tightening treatments in NYC, delivered in a calming, luxurious environment.
Book your consultation here and let’s create a personalized plan to restore your skin's firmness, glow, and youthful resilience.
