why does older peoples skin seem like tissue paper?

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2007-04-24 03:23:21 · 3 answers · asked by STORMY K 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions

As you age you lose the connective tissue that makes the skin more supple. It is just a normal part of the aging process.

2007-04-24 03:57:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

With age your skin loses elasticity.

2007-04-24 10:27:14 · answer #2 · answered by bethybug 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because it dries out and gets thinner, its important to keep your skin moisturized.

2007-04-24 10:31:55 · answer #3 · answered by Granny 1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋