What causes skin thinning?Updated a year ago
So your retinoids aren’t thinning your skin, but here are some factors that can lead to skin thinning:
- Aging is the main factor behind skin thinning - as we get older, our skin slowly gets thinner and thinner. This process is largely inevitable, but a skincare routine that includes retinoids and sun protection may help slow it down a little.
- Genetics are also a factor in how quickly your skin will thin throughout your lifetime.
- Sun exposure is one of the most destructive forces when it comes to the health of your skin. It causes faster cell degradation which leads to skin thinning over time.
- Pollution, cigarette smoke, and other sources of free radical damage can also damage your skin and lead to thinning.
- Topical steroids such as those found in eczema treatments are known to thin the skin, which is why doctors caution against overuse.
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If you’re hoping for more resilient skin that also looks more youthful, smooth, and bouncy then we have great news - retinoids will help you thicken your skin where it matters while thinning out that rough surface layer.
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