All skin tissue contains collagen and elastin fibers. The collagen is a fibrous protein that gives skin its specific structure and strength. That same collagen forms a series of fat-storing compartments (septae) within the skin which, when functioning normally, provide structural support and insulation. However, further to several hormonal processes occurring after puberty, if those compartments become over-full and rigid, the septae can’t contain the excess fat anymore. The septae bend or break, and the fat bulges out towards the surface of the skin, developing non- esthetic lumps on the skin. Rapid weight loss and gain, poor hydration are also contributing factors, while genetics are probably the most significant factor of all.
70th AAEP Annual Convention
October 30, 2024
