What Happens to Skin After 65
| Change | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Thinner skin | More fragile, tears more easily |
| Less natural oil | Skin becomes dry, itchy, prone to cracking |
| Slower cell turnover | Healing takes longer |
| Weakened barrier | Less protection against bacteria |
| Reduced circulation | Skin gets fewer nutrients, slower to repair |
These changes are normal. They’re not a sign of poor health—they’re a sign of a life well-lived. But they do mean that the hygiene routines of younger years may need adjusting.
