Ever wonder how celebrities like Beyoncé and Blake Lively snap back so quickly after having kids? They may lead lives of glitz and glamor, but at the end of the day, they’re mere humans like us, right?
Of course, having a personal trainer and private chef helps. But are there loose skin after pregnancy treatment options that our favorite starlets are gatekeeping?
For decades, Dr. Cat Plastic Surgery has been a haven for restoring the post-pregnancy confidence of everyday people like us to the famous faces you admire on the big screen.
So, how do celebrities get rid of loose skin after pregnancy? In this article, we spill their secrets and tell you how you, too, can have a comeback as iconic as the A-listers.
Surgical Body Contouring Procedures
Let’s start with our celeb’s go-to surgical post-pregnancy skin-tightening procedures:
Tummy Tuck
Many moms pursue a tummy tuck for loose skin after pregnancy. This surgery, known as an abdominoplasty, removes excess skin around the belly and tightens the abdominal muscles that tend to weaken post-pregnancy.
Recovery time: About three months or so.
In her 2020 memoir, singer Jessica Simpson revealed she’d had an initial tummy tuck and later a revision to correct lingering laxity and unsatisfactory results. Today, we think she looks as beautiful and confident as ever.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses thin tubes (cannulas) to target stubborn fat deposits and improve body contours. But lipo isn’t just limited to your stomach—it can help tone your waist, legs, arms, back, and even your face.
Recovery time: Up to six months, depending on how much fat is removed and from which areas.
Grammy winner Cardi B has been incredibly candid about her plastic surgeries, admitting to a breast revision and liposuction after pregnancy. Her reasoning? She claimed that birthing her daughter brought significant changes to her physique. Today, we’re happy to see the rapper rocking her gorgeous postpartum body!
Mommy Makeover
What better way to treat yourself after pregnancy than with a Mommy Makeover? This post-pregnancy body contouring surgery is tailored to undo and improve any unwanted changes after childbirth.
This can include:
- Breast augmentation
- Breast lift
- Liposuction
- Tummy Tuck
- Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
- Labiaplasty
A customized approach to resculpting your physique? Now, that’s the real secret to celebrity post-pregnancy body transformations.
Recovery time: Varies, according to the scope of procedures.
While she hasn’t confirmed it, there’s widespread speculation that Larsa Pippen, star of “Real Housewives of Miami,” may have had several cosmetic enhancements years after having children. Many surgeons, including us, believe she might have opted for a rhinoplasty, facial fillers, breast augmentation with a lift, and a BBL.
Rock it, Mama Pippen!
Surgical Body Contouring: Considerations
While surgery is likely the reason behind our favorite celebrity post-pregnancy body transformations, it’s important to remember the potential drawbacks:
- Surgical risks: infection, bleeding, torn stitches, or anesthesia reactions
- Scarring: your body’s natural healing and individual factors (like skin type and genetics) can affect how scars form and fade over time
- Recovery: expect discomfort, swelling, and limited mobility between several weeks to several months.
- Potential for revision surgery: you could require revision surgery if the initial outcome doesn’t meet your expectations or complications arise
- Cost: have a detailed discussion with your surgeon about surgical costs and financing options for a clear picture of the financial commitment
Not quite ready to commit to surgery? No worries! Some celebrities prefer the minimally invasive route, too.
Non-Surgical Non-Surgical Loose Skin Treatments
Although non-surgical loose skin treatments may not offer as dramatic results as surgical alternatives, they’re still promising options to make you feel more comfortable and confident in your post-pregnancy skin.
Let’s start with one of Dr. Cat’s favorite skin-tightening procedures post-pregnancy.
ThermiSmooth Body
ThermiSmooth Body is a soothing, noninvasive treatment that emits radiofrequency energy deep into your skin’s tissues. As this energy warms the skin, it triggers collagen production in the cells, contributing to a firmer, more youthful appearance.
Recovery time: None!
Our very own Dr. Cat not only recommends the Thermi skin-tightening devices but also uses them herself from head to toe. She’s living proof of their effectiveness, looking as radiant on the outside as she is on the inside!
Laser Skin Tightening
Also known as laser lipolysis, this minimally invasive treatment emits laser energy with a thin fiber optic table under the skin. This heats the tissue and (ideally) melts unwanted fat cells, which are then suctioned out via a thin cannula.
However, Dr. Cat doesn’t advocate for this treatment, as many patients aren’t happy with their final results. It’s also accompanied by potential complications, like burns, scars, uneven texture, discoloration, or skin necrosis.
Recovery time: Three to five days.
Actress and mother of three Jessica Alba is said to have undergone post-pregnancy laser liposuction. We’re happy to note she experienced no adverse complications and looks absolutely fabulous!
Ultrasound body contouring
Ultrasound lipolysis (or Ulttherapy) is a noninvasive treatment that uses ultrasound energy to eliminate fat cells under the skin. Once the fat cells break down, the body naturally eliminates them over time. The catch? This natural elimination process isn’t always guaranteed.
Recovery time: Little to none.
In addition to Botox and other noninvasive treatments, former Miss America winner Vanessa Williams swears by Ultherapy. While she admits the first time wasn’t the most comfortable experience, she decided to give it another go after coworkers praised her new look.
Wondering if there are loose skin remedies for new moms to try at home? You bet!
Post-Pregnancy Body Transformation Tips
Here are a few tips and at-home remedies to complement professional skin-tightening treatments for loose skin:
- Consider medical-grade skincare: Medical-grade formulations contain collagen-boosting ingredients that promote tighter, firmer skin.
- Try body-contouring devices: You can invest in handheld massagers, LED light therapy devices, and infrared devices to help tighten belly skin from the comfort of your home.
- Adopt healthy habits: A balanced diet, active lifestyle, and positive mindset not only enhance your skin-tightening treatments but also nourish your overall well-being, making you feel as good as you look.
Empowering Women for Post-Pregnancy Body Confidence
It’s easy to let celebrity post-pregnancy body transformations distort your sense of self. But the truth is, these high-profile comebacks set unrealistic expectations for mothers, making us feel even more pressured to bounce back quickly.
Just what moms need — more pressure.
Instead, we believe your health and well-being always come above meeting the standards set by others. If a little surgical help is what’s needed to reflect your inner strength on the outside, we see that as a bold affirmation of self-love and empowerment.
Find your ideal loose skin after pregnancy treatment with Dr. Cat today.
