I am getting the gastric sleeve soon. 5'3" 240 pounds at age 26 (also very fair skin if that means anything). I'm a total type A personality and don't mind doing extra work/steps/anything if anyone thinks that it might have a slight chance of success. Loose skin is not my biggest worry but I was wondering if anyone had advice or successful tips they had post op. Thanks.

I don't have an answer to this, but I share your question. I know retinol and vitamin C serum have been shown to stimulate collagen growth and reduce wrinkles etc. on peoples' faces - has anyone tried using them on other skin likely to be problematic during weight loss, like tummy and arms?

Speaking of loose skin, I don't believe in any of the alternative treatments for it (vitamin lotion etc) I think that's all gimmicky stuff without much evidence and impact. But what are the treatment options short of a full fledged tummy tuck (which doesn't look pleasurable)? Are there less involved surgical options for people who haven't lost incredible amounts of weight (ie 60-100 pounds) as these are less severe instances?

My plan is to work out while I am losing. I have worried about this as well. I am a lower BMI so i am going to do weights while losing to help with muscle mass. I worry about my face, upper arms and tummy.