No the skin is not fully elastic. I can smile without pain but the inflamed skin is a bit tighter.
I dont really know how else I can explain it, I feel like Im saying the same thing over and over. The affected area of my lips is still inflamed and that inflamed skin feels just like yours does. Its tight/shiny/plastic. Just not AS inflamed as yours Im sure.
And you have made it clear that it wouldnt bother you, I dont really care. I explained many reasons why I dont want to just stop mid-treatment. If you want to get your lips to this point and give up then thats your choice. Thats not how I roll.