It is surprisingly common to unexpectedly find a bruise on your body. Bruises typically form when the blood vessels under your skin break and start to leak. The blood then changes color as your body goes through the process of reabsorbing it. Women are also more likely to experience these random bruises than men. Most of the time, these bruises are harmless, but if you get large or slow-to-heal bruises quite often, it may be worth having it checked out. In the article below, we will take a closer look at the various reasons that people keep finding these random bruises on their bodies.
Random Bruises are More Likely to Occur to People with Sun-Damaged and Thinner Skin
As skin begins to thin with age and years of exposure to harmful sun rays, there’s far less cushion protecting the tiny capillaries under your skin. Even little knocks can potentially rupture these delicate vessels, resulting in unsightly purple patches, especially on the forearms and hands. To dermatologists, this is known as actinic (solar) purpura. Women tend to notice it sooner as they typically bruise more easily than men. It is important to use sunscreen daily and wear long sleeves on days with a high UV index. Gentle moisturisers can also help prevent bruises while protecting the skin’s barrier.
