If the eyes are the windows of the soul, then skin might be the window to our age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As we grow older, our skin can gradually become looser and more flaccid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But when skin begins to feel thin as paper, or like crepe, age isn\u2019t the only cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike wrinkles<\/a> around your eyes and mouth (that result from repeated muscle movements), crepey skin typically can be traced to sun damage. Over time, exposure to the sun and its harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays breaks down elastin, the fibers in your skin that allow it to stretch and return to its normal position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those fibers can heal, but they eventually lose their ability to repair completely after repeated exposure over time. Think of it as an elastic waistband that, with wear, becomes more lax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dermatologist Amy Kassouf, MD<\/a>, further explains what causes crepey skin, how you can prevent it and what kinds of treatments are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What is crepey skin? When your skin becomes thin and develops wrinkles or fine lines, it can have a crepe paper-like appearance, hence the phrase \u201ccrepey skin.\u201d You\u2019ll most commonly see crepey skin under your eyes and on your arms. So, what causes crepey skin?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common reasons include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re into your 40s or beyond, your skin no longer produces oils the way it did when you were younger. These oils act as a barrier, protecting skin from chemicals in the environment that cause irritation and inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cCrepey skin usually begins to appear when you\u2019re in your 40s. But it can show up as early as your 20s if you are a chronic tanning bed<\/a> user or have gained and lost substantial amounts of weight,\u201d says Dr. Kassouf. \u201cMedications are another potential cause of crepey skin, such as long-term prednisone<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other factors may include alcohol use, smoking, lack of sleep, air quality and stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Luckily, there are ways to help prevent crepey skin. Dr. Kassouf shares what you can do at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important thing to do, says Dr. Kassouf, is to stay out of the sun as much as possible. And protect your skin when you have to be in the sun. That means wearing sunscreen every day<\/a> and opting for sun-protective clothing<\/a> when outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How do you choose the best sunscreen for you<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Kassouf says to look for one that\u2019s at least SPF 30. Ideally, SPF 50 or higher helps ensure you\u2019re covered even when you don\u2019t apply a thick enough layer. It should also be broad spectrum, covering UVA rays, as well as UVB rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keeping skin well-hydrated<\/a> with a good moisturizer helps prevent injury that creates or worsens crepiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to what kinds of lotion for crepey skin you should use? Look for moisturizers that contain lubricating and plumping ingredients like alpha or beta hydroxy acids<\/a> (like salicylic acid<\/a>, lactic acid<\/a> or glycolic acid) \u2015 or one that has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid<\/a>, known for holding onto moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Should you take supplements or vitamins for crepey skin?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Kassouf says to focus on a diet high in antioxidants<\/a> \u2014 think plenty of fruits and vegetables, as well as foods like eggs, tuna and brown rice \u2014 which can play a role in your skin health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A well-balanced diet is also full of vitamins like vitamins A, C, D and E, and omega-3 fatty acids, all of which can contribute to your overall skin appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMany products contain B vitamins and other antioxidants and now plant-based adaptogens to help decrease inflammation and allow restoration of collagen and elastin fibers,\u201d she shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Already noticing crepey skin and wondering how to get rid of it? You may want to consider the following treatment options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adding emollients and hydroxy acid cleansers to your skin care routine not only helps keep your skin from becoming crepey, but also helps prevent further damage if your skin is already lax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Kassouf recommends retinol topical creams<\/a> to help reduce that crepey look. Retinols help restore skin\u2019s elasticity and thicken collagen (which gives our skin its structure), as well as elastin (which gives our skin its stretch).<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhen starting a treatment that includes retinol, there\u2019s often a phase that seems drier and flakier before the skin starts to feel better,\u201d explains Dr. Kassouf. \u201cThis is temporary and part of the increasing turnover of the older damaged skin cells.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dermal fillers<\/a> can be used to plump dry skin, smooth out lines and wrinkles, and restore volume. A dermatologist injects the fillers just under your skin \u2014 and results can last months. Some are meant for specific lines and contours and others are more generally volumizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And there are several types of fillers, many of which contain hyaluronic acid and other biostimulators, such as poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), that can help your body lay down new collagen. A healthcare provider can determine which type is best for you and your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A kind of laser resurfacing<\/a>, fractionated lasers create microscopic holes in your skin (think aerating the lawn). These holes contract as they heal and grow fresh, new skin at the surface. This evens out your tone and texture on your face, or even on thicker skin areas elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cFractionated lasers can be used to improve the quality of the ski, but has also been shown to decrease skin cancer risk and treat scarring and other skin conditions,\u201d notes Dr. Kassouf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This noninvasive procedure uses a high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)<\/a> to penetrate deep tissue layers, which stimulates new collagen growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The procedure<\/a>, which is done in-office by a healthcare provider, can be used on your neck, eyebrows, chin and decolletage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also known as fat freezing or CoolSculpting\u00ae<\/a>, this nonsurgical body contouring procedure removes stubborn fat by exposing your skin to very cold temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You typically won\u2019t see results for a few months, as the idea is that over time, the targeted fat cells will permanently die.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cCryolipolysis is really meant to remove small pockets of otherwise hard-to-address fatty areas \u2014 and isn\u2019t used typically to help with crepey skin,\u201d clarifies Dr. Kassouf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may want to consider procedures that use radio frequency waves<\/a> to heat skin, build collagen and tighten up skin in a limited area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This procedure is sometimes painful and costly, and there are slight risks, Dr. Kassouf says. And it has variable success rates and isn\u2019t meant for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best candidate for this kind of procedure is someone who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moisturizers and other creams work well for mildly crepey skin, but they have limitations. For instance, if you\u2019ve lost a large amount of weight<\/a>, leaving you with a lot of crepey skin, a plastic surgeon likely will need to remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your dermatologist may suggest an elective cosmetic surgery such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cUnfortunately, any time you have surgery, you will have a scar,\u201d warns Dr. Kassouf. \u201cMost plastic surgeons are very good at hiding those scars but you may want to get more than one opinion before moving forward.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to crepey skin remedies, there is a host of options available \u2014 from lotions to surgery \u2014 that can help reduce crepey skin as you age. Some products are available over the counter and some need a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Work with a doctor or dermatologist to decide what the best options are for your lifestyle and skin care needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source:[Cleveland Clinic-https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/whats-causing-your-crepey-skin-and-how-can-you-fix-it]<\/p>\n\n\n\n This article is shared for informational and educational purposes only and does not represent the views of our brand. If there are any copyright concerns, please contact us and we will address them promptly.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If the eyes are the windows of the soul, then skin might be the window to our age. As we grow older, our skin can gradually become looser and more flaccid. But when skin begins to feel thin as paper, or like crepe, age isn\u2019t the only cause. Unlike wrinkles around your eyes and mouth (that result…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2521,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_bst_post_transparent":"","_bst_post_title":"","_bst_post_layout":"","_bst_post_sidebar_id":"","_bst_post_content_style":"","_bst_post_vertical_padding":"","_bst_post_feature":"","_bst_post_feature_position":"","_bst_post_header":false,"_bst_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2516","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2516","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2516"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2516\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2517,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2516\/revisions\/2517"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2521"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2516"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2516"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elthama.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2516"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Causes of crepey skin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to prevent crepey skin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Stick to shade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hydrate skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Consider what you eat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Crepey skin treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hydroxy acid cleansers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Retinol topical creams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fillers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fractionated lasers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ultrasound<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cryolipolysis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Radiofrequency (RF) therapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Cosmetic surgery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Bottom line?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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