Signs of Crepey Skin & What to Do About it
Why Lotions and Fillers Aren’t Enough
Alright, let’s talk about something that no one prepared us for—Crepey Skin. You know, that thin, saggy, almost crinkly look that sneaks up on your arms, legs, neck, and stomach? One day, everything’s smooth, and the next, you feel like your skin has lost its snap-back. 😵💫
And what’s the first thing we’re told?
💸 Buy this cream. Try this laser. Get fillers. Botox.
Now, don’t get me wrong...I’m all for great skincare, botox, facials, and doing what makes you feel amazing (because we’re aging like fine wine, NOT milk). But if you’re only relying on botox and fillers to fix the issue, you’re missing the biggest piece of the puzzle.
Because crepey skin isn’t just about skin. It’s about what’s happening underneath it—muscle loss, collagen breakdown, and poor nutrition. If the structure underneath your skin is weak (aka muscle), no amount of cream is going to tighten it up.
Skincare enhances your results. But if you want real change, you have to build from the inside out.
The good news? You don’t have to accept it as part of aging.
What Actually Causes Crepey Skin?
Aging? Yes. But let’s be real, not all women our age deal with this. Some stay firm and sculpted well into their 50s, 60s, and beyond. So what’s the difference?
Here’s what speeds up crepey skin (and what you can do about it):
❌ Muscle Loss (The Biggest Culprit!) – The less muscle you have under your skin, the thinner and saggier it looks. Muscle is what gives your skin support and firmness.
❌ Collagen & Elastin Breakdown – These proteins keep skin plump and stretchy, but they decline as we age—especially without the right nutrition.
❌ Dehydration & Poor Nutrition – Your skin needs hydration and protein just like the rest of your body. If you’re undereating or skimping on nutrients, your skin suffers.
❌ Too Much Cardio, Not Enough Strength Training – Running marathons but never lifting? You’re breaking down muscle even faster, which makes skin looser over time.
❌ Sun Damage & Stress – UV rays and high cortisol levels speed up collagen breakdown, leading to wrinkles and sagging.
How to Actually Tighten & Firm Crepey Skin
1️⃣ Build Muscle & Strengthen the Foundation
You know how people use fillers to plump their face? Think of muscle as your natural filler—it adds volume under the skin, making it look tighter and firmer.
Strength train at least 3-4x per week (yes, HEAVY weights)
Target areas prone to crepey skin (arms, legs, glutes, core)
Use progressive overload (this means increasing weights over time)
2️⃣ Eat Like Your Skin Depends On It (Because It Does)
Skincare is great, but if you’re not feeding your body right, your skin is running on empty.
Protein – 0.8-1g per pound of body weight (chicken, fish, eggs, Greek yogurt, collagen powder)
Collagen + Vitamin C – Helps rebuild skin’s elasticity (bone broth, citrus, berries, bell peppers)
Healthy Fats – Keeps skin plump and hydrated (salmon, avocado, nuts, olive oil)
Hydration – Dehydrated skin = wrinkles on wrinkles. Drink at least 80-100 oz of water daily.
3️⃣ Balance Cardio & Strength (Because Too Much Cardio Will Age You Faster)
I know—cardio is great for heart health, but if you’re only running, cycling, or doing HIIT, you’re breaking down muscle faster than you can rebuild it.
Keep cardio moderate – Walk, hike, or do short bursts of HIIT (1-2x per week)
Prioritize lifting – This is what actually rebuilds the skin’s support system
The more muscle you hold onto, the tighter and more youthful your body looks—simple as that.
4️⃣ Smart Skincare to Support the Process
Now that we’ve tackled the REAL fix, let’s talk about skincare that actually works.
✨ Use a retinol or peptide serum – These help trigger collagen production
✨ Daily SPF is non-negotiable – Sun damage is the fastest way to break down skin
✨ Hydrate with hyaluronic acid – Keeps skin plump & dewy
✨ Facials & treatments? YES! – Microneedling, radiofrequency, and microcurrent can boost results
Think of skincare & treatments as your “bonus” strategy—not the foundation.
Listen, aging is inevitable—but looking frail, saggy, or weak is NOT.
If you want to tighten loose skin, keep your body youthful, and feel strong AF at any age, you need to:
✅ Strength train to rebuild structure under the skin
✅ Eat enough protein & collagen-boosting foods
✅ Hydrate & take care of your skin externally
✅ Balance cardio so you’re not breaking down muscle
Because let’s be real—no one wants to be thin, frail, and weak as they age. We’re here to be strong, sexy, and AGE-DEFYING.
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