Jan 06, 2026
Loose abdominal skin can be surprisingly stubborn.
You can be at a weight you feel great about. You can work out regularly. You can eat well. And yet — the lower abdomen still looks soft, crepey, or stretched.
For many people, it’s not about losing more weight. It’s about the skin itself.
At The Spiegel Center, this is one of the most common concerns we hear from patients across Boston, Newton, Wellesley, Needham, Brookline, and Cambridge. Some notice it after pregnancy. Others after weight changes (including GLP-1 medications). And many simply notice it as collagen naturally declines over time.
That’s exactly why we developed CoreTite — a smarter approach to abdominal skin tightening for patients who want visible improvement without automatically jumping to a tummy tuck.
Quick Answer: What Is CoreTite?
CoreTite is a minimally invasive abdominal skin tightening procedure developed at The Spiegel Center in Newton, Massachusetts. It combines Ellacor micro-coring with Morpheus radiofrequency microneedling to tighten loose abdominal skin without a tummy tuck.
By targeting both skin reduction and collagen stimulation, CoreTite helps create a firmer, smoother abdomen — especially for patients bothered by crepey skin, mild to moderate laxity, or stretch marks.
Important distinction:
• CoreTite = Ellacor + Morpheus
• CoreTite Contour = Ellacor + BodyTite (used when deeper tightening and contouring are needed)
Why Is My Stomach Skin Loose Even Though I Work Out?
If you’ve ever searched:
- How do I tighten loose skin on my stomach without surgery?
- Why is my belly skin crepey after pregnancy?
- What is the best treatment for loose abdominal skin after weight loss?
You’re not alone.
Loose abdominal skin is usually caused by a combination of:
- pregnancy-related stretching
- genetics
- collagen loss with age
- weight fluctuations (large or small)
- hormonal changes
- thinning skin over time
That’s why tightening the abdomen often requires more than exercise — and why CoreTite was designed to address skin quality, not just contour.
What Makes CoreTite Different?
CoreTite works because it targets the abdomen from two complementary angles.
Morpheus: Collagen Stimulation + Skin Firming
Morpheus is a radiofrequency microneedling treatment that delivers controlled energy into the skin to:
- stimulate collagen and elastin
- improve firmness
- strengthen thinning skin
- smooth crepey texture
This makes Morpheus especially effective for early laxity and skin that has lost resilience.
Ellacor: True Skin Reduction
Ellacor removes tiny micro-cores of skin using hollow needles. That controlled skin removal triggers:
- natural contraction
- long-term collagen remodeling
- improvement in texture and laxity
Ellacor is particularly helpful for:
- mild to moderate loose abdominal skin
- crepey lower belly skin
- areas where skin has stretched and doesn’t bounce back
Together, Ellacor and Morpheus create tightening that looks natural — not overdone.
What Is CoreTite Contour?
Some patients need tightening below the surface, not just in the skin.
That’s where CoreTite Contour comes in.
CoreTite Contour combines Ellacor with BodyTite, a radiofrequency technology that tightens deeper tissue and improves abdominal contour. It’s typically recommended when laxity exists beneath the skin or when additional sculpting is needed.
Your surgeon will determine whether CoreTite or CoreTite Contour is the right fit during your consultation.
Can CoreTite Improve Stretch Marks?
This is one of the most common questions we hear — and the honest answer matters.
CoreTite may improve the appearance of stretch marks by improving skin texture, firmness, and collagen quality. Stretch marks associated with loose or crepey abdominal skin often appear smoother and less noticeable after treatment.
CoreTite tends to work best for stretch marks that are:
- associated with skin laxity
- concentrated in the lower abdomen
- lighter or older in color
Important note: CoreTite isn’t a stretch-mark eraser. But for many patients, the improvement in skin quality makes stretch marks far less noticeable — which is often the goal.
Who Is a Good Candidate for CoreTite?
CoreTite is ideal for patients who want tightening and smoothing — but don’t feel a tummy tuck is the right step.
You may be a good candidate if you:
- have mild to moderate loose abdominal skin
- notice crepey lower belly skin after pregnancy
- want to tighten stomach skin without a tummy tuck scar
- want improvement in skin texture or stretch marks
- are close to your goal weight
CoreTite is also commonly chosen by patients after weight loss — including those using GLP-1 medications — who want their skin to better match their results.
What to Expect: CoreTite Procedure + Recovery
CoreTite is minimally invasive, but it is still a real procedure.
Most patients experience:
- swelling and tenderness initially
- gradual tightening over several weeks
- continued improvement over 3–6 months as collagen remodels
Because results develop progressively, CoreTite improvements tend to look undetectable and natural — not sudden or “done.”
(Compression garments are more commonly associated with CoreTite Contour, when BodyTite is used.)
CoreTite vs. Tummy Tuck: How Do You Know Which You Need?
CoreTite is best for:
✅ mild to moderate skin laxity
✅ crepey texture
✅ stretch marks with thinning skin
✅ patients avoiding long incisions
A tummy tuck may be better for:
✅ significant skin overhang
✅ large amounts of excess skin
✅ major muscle separation (diastasis)
At The Spiegel Center, the goal is never to upsell surgery — it’s to match the treatment to the patient.
Why Choose The Spiegel Center for Abdominal Skin Tightening?
CoreTite was developed at The Spiegel Center for patients who didn’t fit neatly into one category. They wanted real tightening — just not a full tummy tuck.
Our team combines:
- advanced technology
- surgical judgment
- customized treatment planning
- natural-looking results
Providing the best results and the highest quality experience in the world.
Next Steps: Book Your CoreTite Consultation
If you’re in Boston, Newton, or surrounding Massachusetts communities and frustrated by loose abdominal skin, crepey texture, or stretch marks, CoreTite may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Book your private consultation
FAQ: CoreTite for Abdominal Skin Tightening
Does CoreTite remove loose skin on the abdomen?
CoreTite improves mild to moderate loose abdominal skin by combining Ellacor skin reduction with Morpheus collagen stimulation, creating a firmer, smoother abdomen without a tummy tuck.
What is the difference between CoreTite and CoreTite Contour?
CoreTite uses Ellacor and Morpheus to improve skin quality and tighten crepey skin. CoreTite Contour uses Ellacor and BodyTite when deeper tightening and contouring are needed.
Can CoreTite improve stretch marks?
CoreTite may improve the appearance of stretch marks by improving skin texture and firmness, especially when stretch marks are associated with loose or crepey skin.
Is CoreTite a tummy tuck alternative?
CoreTite can be an alternative for patients with mild to moderate laxity. Patients with significant skin overhang or muscle separation may still need a tummy tuck.
How long does CoreTite take to work?
Most patients see gradual improvement over several weeks, with continued tightening and texture improvement over 3–6 months.
