Loss of skin elasticity is a natural effect of body ageing. However, certain factors such as sudden and rapid weight changes, hormonal disorders, or dietary deficiencies can cause collagen and elastin fibres (responsible for maintaining skin firmness) to become unstructured, accelerating the appearance of flaccidity.

The areas most prone to it are the inner arms, chest, abdomen and the inner and back of the thighs. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent and combat it. Here are the points to take into account in order to achieve this:

• Avoid miracle diets: Sudden weight loss contributes to the destruction of skin fibres. It is best to eat a balanced diet, increasing your intake of fruit, vegetables and lean protein, and reducing your intake of saturated fats and sugars.
• Exercise daily: in addition to aerobic activities such as walking, swimming, jogging or cycling, specific exercises for the areas most prone to losing firmness, such as squats, push-ups and sit-ups, should be incorporated.
• Drink plenty of water: hydrated skin equals more elastic and firmer skin.
• Use firming creams: both in the morning and before going to bed, massaging problem areas using Vitamin A creams will help to strengthen the skin’s elastic fibres.

By following these tips, our skin will look smoother and healthier for much longer.