Advanced Clinicals and crepey skin: what to know

Check the exact product label because ingredients and directions can differ between formulas. A body cream can improve dryness and surface texture; it cannot reliably restore deeply thinned skin or remove significant laxity.

Crepey skin looks finely wrinkled, loose or paper-like, often on the arms, neck, chest or legs. Dryness can make the texture more obvious, while ageing and cumulative sun exposure can reduce the skin's collagen, elasticity and thickness.

A moisturiser mainly supports the outer skin barrier by adding water and reducing moisture loss. Products containing exfoliating or retinoid-type ingredients may also affect texture, but they can irritate sensitive skin and require careful sun protection.

Read the ingredient list and instructions, then test a small area before wider use. Apply to intact skin as directed, avoid the eyes and broken areas, and stop if persistent burning, swelling or a spreading rash develops.

Pair moisturising with broad-spectrum sunscreen, protective clothing and gentle cleansing. Take photographs in similar lighting if you want to judge gradual texture changes. If laxity is the main concern, a dermatologist can explain whether procedures such as energy-based tightening are suitable for your skin and expectations.

Arrange a skin assessment if thinning appears suddenly, bruising occurs easily, a wound does not heal, or the area is painful, inflamed or intensely itchy. Mention steroid medicines and any recent weight or health changes because these details can affect the assessment.

Get prompt help for facial swelling, breathing difficulty or widespread blistering after applying a product. Wash the product off and bring its packaging or ingredient list to the appointment.

Ask whether the change is mainly dryness, sun damage, skin thinning or laxity; which ingredients fit your skin; what irritation signs should make you stop; and whether your current medicines alter skin thickness. If considering a procedure, ask about expected improvement, downtime, pigment-change risk and aftercare.