Monday Musings- Crepey Skin, House Update, and Outfit of The Week
Happy Monday, ladies! I hope you had a fabulous weekend. This week, I’m musing about crepey skin, sharing a house update, and the outfit of the week.
Crepey Skin
I’ve noticed the skin on my arms and legs looks more crepey than ever before. My knees have taken on a Shar-Pei appearance that would be funny if it weren’t so discouraging. While updating a post from last year, I was shocked at the difference one year can make! Sun damage, lack of estrogen, aging, stress, lack of hydration, and a host of other factors all contribute to crepey skin which is on display more in the warmer weather.
I’ve always slathered myself with a good moisturizer twice a day, but it’s no longer enough. Retinol products are supposed to help improve its appearance, so I’ve gone back to using this one. The neurotic in me isn’t wild that it contains mineral oil, but it’s cruelty-free and has lots of good stuff like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, green tea, and camomile for redness. Since I’ll be using it everywhere, I also appreciate its price. This Paulas Choice option has cleaner ingredients but is much more expensive. I’ll finish this tub first before I try other products.
Outfit Of The Week
This week’s outfit features a pair of comfy pants/leggings, easy woven slides, a long linen vest to cover the backside, a woven crossbody, and some fun jewelry. The pieces are in easy-to-wear neutrals that’ll mix and match with lots of other pieces.
These pants are more like leggings which so many women dread. I think leggings can be worn in a classy way and their success or failure is all in the styling. I ordered these woven sandals in a 9 1/2 and found they run a bit large so I reordered a 9 because they are so comfy!
House Update
We’ve decided to redo most of our landscaping. It turns out, the outside house drains bubble up in the middle of the yard instead of draining to the street. No wonder the yard floods when we do get rain. There are two sprinkler systems installed and half of them don’t work. The low spots need a french drain and we need some paths with lighting to navigate the yard safely. We’ll be ripping out ugly bushes, root-bound trees, and adding roses.
What have you tried for crepey skin?
Thanks for reading ladies and remember to wear what makes you feel confident.
I know I’m late to the conversation, but fwiw, I’d like to respond to comments on mineral oil. Paula’s Choice debunks the mineral oil myths. The website backs up their information with information from scientific articles. Hope this helps!
Rating: GOOD
Mineral Oil Description
Clear, odorless oil derived from petroleum that is widely used in cosmetics. Despite mineral oil’s association with petroleum and the hype that it’s bad for or ages skin, keep in mind that petroleum is a natural ingredient derived from the earth. Once it’s purified to become mineral oil USP (cosmetics- and pharmaceutical-grade mineral oil), it has no resemblance to the original petroleum and isn’t a source of contaminants.Cosmetics-grade mineral oil and petrolatum are considered the safest, most non-sensitizing moisturizing ingredients ever found. Mineral oil and petrolatum are known to be efficacious in skin replenishing and are also among the most effective, established moisturizing ingredients available. The mineral oil in skincare products is certified as either USP (United States Pharmacopeia) or BP (British Pharmacopeia). It’s completely safe, soothing, non-sensitizing, and perfectly beneficial for skin.
Mineral Oil References
Toxicology Letters, October 2017, pages 70-78
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2012, issue 6, pages 511-518
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2007, issue 5, pages 385-390
European Journal of Ophthalmology, 2007, issue 2, pages 151-159
Food and Chemical Toxicology, February 1996, issue 2, pages 213-215
My thoughts on skin care products. Use them on one side only and see if you see a difference over time : )
Loved all the skin comments on this post. I’ll definitely try the Advanced Clinical Cream. I have used Paula’s Choice in the past and while I did like all of them, they are pricey. Thanks Jennifer.
I enjoy reading your post every day. You say out loud what I feel so often… I don’t like my crepey skin or the extra skin on my neck. But, I try to remind myself what Betty White said on getting older: “It’s not a surprise, we knew it was coming — make the most of it. So you may not be as fast on your feet, and the image in your mirror may be a little disappointing, but if you are still functioning and not in pain, gratitude should be the name of the game.”
Thank you for posting about dry, wrinkled skin. It has been a problem for me and I appreciate all the input on products and possible solutions.
I’ve noticed in the past two years that some of my body parts have become crepey however in my case I’ve never have been a sun worshiper and though in my mid seventies I connect it with lack of exercise (toning) as I have been plagued with a bad back due to an old injury so have just not been as physically active. With that said; recently I’ve been given the green-light (as have had a few set backs) so have started using a rowing machine again and see where it takes me with hopes there will be an overall improvement both in stamina plus no need for retinol solutions. Keeping my fingers crossed and liking the ‘outfit of the week’. -Brenda-
Thanks for the information! What I do not understand is why hand cream does not have sunscreen. Really! As often as we wash our hands, we couldn’t begin to keep up with just sunscreen (and, the package always says to wash your hands after washing – can’t win). I’m going to try to fix my crepey skin via toning (free weights).
Good luck with your landscaping. Share photos when completed.
I recently ordered the Advanced Clinical retinol cream from Bed Bath and Beyond for $5.99. Also have been using Gold Bond crepe corrector. I will try anything…..I hate my crepey arms. I can cover up most everything else, but like to wear sleeveless during the summer. I think the gold bond does make a difference, and I”m anxious to see if the Advanced Clinical will show an improvement.
I take my glasses off and my skin looks fine.
I spit out my coffee when I read this!!!! LOL!
Yes Donna!! Up close, my glasses tend to magnify and I don’t need to see that much detail on my face either! 😂
Love your comment!
Lol! Me too Donna:)
Love this attitude Donna
Oh, that is priceless. Thanks!!
Good one, Donna.
My grandmother once told me as we age God makes us blind so we can’t see what’s happening to our faces 🙂 🙂
In the reviews of this retinol cream, many customers have asked what the percentage of retinol is in this cream. This question was unanswered each time. I find that many skincare companies are evasive to this question. Please let us know if this product works for you. As you know, we are all looking for answers for crepey skin.