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It's common after big weight loss, and it's a sign of real progress.
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Stretched skin loses snap. Age, genes and how fast you lost all matter.
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Skin often keeps tightening for a year or two after loss.
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Muscle under the skin makes arms and legs look firmer.
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They may smooth the surface, but extra skin stays.
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For a lot of loose skin, a plastic surgeon can remove it once weight is stable.
Loose skin after big weight loss is common. Here's what affects it, what may help a little, what doesn't work, and when surgery is an option.
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