Thin Skin That Bruises Easily? Actinic Purpura 101

Ever notice dark purple spots on your arms or legs, sometimes without even remembering bumping into anything? Thin, fragile skin is SO common as we get older, and most people don't know why it happens or that it even has a name. Tonight we're talking about: 💜 What's going on with thin, fragile skin, and what actinic purpura is ☀️ Who's more likely to get it (sun, age, blood thinners, steroids) 🩺 When you should call your doctor 🧴 Everyday habits that may help protect delicate skin 🍊 Vitamin C: why your skin needs it, and what one research study found 💧 Urea at 5%, 10% and 35%, and why the percentage matters 📸 A project I worked on with a naturopathic doctor, including one participant's before and after photos (shared with her permission) ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Welcome 🍂 Our fall scents are here! You'll find them listed in each body product description. Hydrated skin is happy skin! 🛍️ Shop Bay Harbor Beauty: [your link] 📅 Join me Saturday for winter skin changes: dry vs. dehydrated skin and what to switch up for cold weather. 👍 If this was helpful, please like and subscribe so you don't miss the next live! ⚠️ This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. I'm a skincare formulator, not a doctor. If you have bruising, purple spots, skin tears or any skin concern, please talk to your doctor, especially if you take blood thinners or steroids. #ThinSkin #FragileSkin #ActinicPurpura #MatureSkin #SkincareOver50 #VitaminC #Urea #BodyCare #BayHarborBeauty 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/62623328...