ABSTRACT
Atrophy is also common on the sun-exposed skin, but in a different form. Solar atrophy often exhibits hyperpigmentation, deep wrinkles, and a ‘leathery’ appearance. It is commonly seen on the face, neck, forearms, and dorsal hands. It not only leads to easy tearing and bruising of the skin (4), but is a sign of chronic sun damage which can lead to other problems, especially skin cancer.
