Body Skin Laxity & Contouring
Addressing Body Skin Laxity and Contours Changes in body shape and skin quality are common concerns arising from factors like ageing, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and sun damage. These factors can lead to a decrease in collagen and elastin, resulting in loose, sagging, or crepey skin on areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, buttocks, and above the knees.
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Dr Mohamed Nafei
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Dr Reem Nouri
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Last reviewed: January 4, 2026
About Body Skin Laxity & Contouring
Addressing Body Skin Laxity and Contours
Changes in body shape and skin quality are common concerns arising from factors like ageing, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and sun damage. These factors can lead to a decrease in collagen and elastin, resulting in loose, sagging, or crepey skin on areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, buttocks, and above the knees. Additionally, concerns like cellulite and uneven skin texture can affect overall body confidence.Advanced Non-Surgical Tightening Technologies
PRP London Clinic offers cutting-edge, non-surgical solutions for body skin tightening and contour improvement. We utilise advanced radiofrequency (RF) microneedling technologies, such as Morpheus8 Body and other RF Microneedling systems specifically adapted for body treatments. These devices deliver controlled RF energy deep into the skin and subdermal tissue via micro-needles, creating a dual effect of collagen stimulation and tissue remodelling.Tailored Treatments for Smoother, Firmer Skin
The heat generated by the RF energy triggers the body's natural healing response, leading to the production of new collagen and elastin over time. This results in firmer, tighter, and smoother skin, improving laxity and textural irregularities like cellulite and stretch marks. Morpheus8 Body is particularly effective as it can target deeper tissue layers, allowing for simultaneous fat remodelling and skin tightening for enhanced contouring. Our experts tailor the treatment depth and intensity based on the specific area and concerns being addressed.Is This Treatment Right for You?
Ideal Candidates
- •Individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity on the body
- •Those concerned with crepey skin texture
- •People seeking improvement in the appearance of cellulite
- •Individuals looking to tighten skin after weight loss or pregnancy
- •Those wanting to improve skin firmness on arms, abdomen, thighs, or buttocks
- •People seeking non-surgical body contouring improvements
Clinical Contraindications
- •Individuals with severe skin sagging (may require surgery)
- •Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- •Patients with pacemakers or internal defibrillators
- •Active skin infections or inflammation in the treatment area
- •History of keloid scarring (relative contraindication)
- •Certain autoimmune conditions affecting the skin
- •Presence of metal implants in the direct treatment zone
Body Areas Suitable for RF Microneedling
These treatments are versatile and can effectively target laxity and texture concerns on various body areas, including:
- Abdomen (stomach)
- Arms (especially upper arms or 'bingo wings')
- Thighs (inner and outer)
- Buttocks
- Above the knees
- Décolletage (chest)
- Back
Benefits of Body Skin Tightening Treatments
Non-surgical RF microneedling for the body offers:
- Tightening of loose or sagging skin
- Improvement in skin firmness and elasticity
- Reduction in the appearance of cellulite
- Smoother skin texture
- Softening of stretch marks
- Enhanced body contours
- Minimal downtime compared to surgery
- Gradual, natural-looking results
Why Choose Us for Body Contouring?
PRP London Clinic is a premier choice for body treatments:
- Advanced Technology: Offering state-of-the-art devices like Morpheus8 Body.
- Experienced Practitioners: Skilled in performing body RF microneedling safely and effectively.
- Customised Protocols: Adjusting treatment depth and energy for specific body areas and concerns.
- Focus on Safety & Results: Prioritising patient comfort and achieving noticeable improvements.
- Combination Therapy Options: Ability to integrate treatments for comprehensive results.
- Consultative Approach: Ensuring realistic expectations and tailored plans.
Treatment Process
Treatment primarily involves RF Microneedling technologies:
1. Procedure: A specialised handpiece equipped with fine micro-needles is applied to the skin. As the needles penetrate to a controlled depth, they deliver radiofrequency energy directly into the dermis and potentially the subdermal fat layer.
2. Mechanism: The micro-injuries created by the needles stimulate a healing response, while the RF heat causes immediate collagen contraction and triggers long-term neocollagenesis (new collagen production) and elastin formation. Deeper treatments (like Morpheus8 Body) can also target and coagulate adipose tissue for fat remodelling.
3. Course: A series of treatments, typically 3 sessions spaced 4-8 weeks apart, is usually recommended for optimal results.
4. Comfort: Topical numbing cream is applied beforehand to minimise discomfort. Patients may feel heat and pressure during the treatment.
5. Combination: May be combined with fat dissolving injections if significant fat reduction is also needed.
Diagnosis & Assessment
Diagnosis involves a physical examination of the areas of concern during a consultation. Our practitioners will assess the degree of skin laxity, skin quality, texture, and the presence of cellulite or stretch marks. We will pinch and evaluate the skin's recoil (elasticity) and discuss your aesthetic goals and medical history to determine suitability for RF microneedling treatments like Morpheus8 Body and establish realistic expectations.
Prevention & Management
Lifestyle Tips
- •Maintain a stable, healthy weight
- •Regular exercise, including strength training, to support muscle tone
- •Protect body skin from sun exposure
- •Stay well-hydrated
- •Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet
- •Avoid smoking
Home Care
- •Use body moisturisers regularly, especially those with firming ingredients (retinoids, peptides)
- •Gentle body exfoliation
- •Dry body brushing (may improve circulation)
- •Follow post-treatment care instructions carefully
What Our Patients Say
Morpheus8 Body significantly tightened the loose skin on my abdomen after having children. I feel much more confident now.
The RF Microneedling treatments helped smooth out the crepey skin on my upper arms. The texture improvement is fantastic.