Having thin skin can be a problem as your skin may easily get bruises or cuts from small things. Many factors contribute to thin skin: aging, sun exposure, genetics, side effects of medications, or certain medical conditions or illness such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or amyloidosis, according to Dr. Lawrence E. Gibson from the Mayo Clinic.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps make healthy skeletal and soft tissue, skin and mucous membranes. It also assists in promoting good vision, producing pigments in the retina of the eye, according to MedlinePlus. Vitamin A produces sebum, a natural oil used on the skin to help keep it hydrated. Not having enough vitamin A can result in a decreased amount of sebum and your skin may tear more easily. According to Northwestern Health Sciences University, vitamin A helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Vitamin A comes from animal sources like cream, liver and kidneys.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and as such, is not stored in the body. You must consume vitamin C daily, as a vitamin C deficiency can result in dry and scaly skin, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Vitamin C helps make collagen, which makes skin and helps wounds heal. Vitamin C also helps repair tissues and reduces your chances of skin damage from ultraviolet exposure. Citrus fruits are good sources of vitamin C.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant and can help protect the skin from free radicals, which can attack skin tissue and make it vulnerable to skin diseases or conditions. Vitamin E reduces the appearance of wrinkles and also helps improve the skin's overall texture, making it feel fresh. Vitamin E is found in foods like nuts and corn.
