Skindentation

What is Skindentation

Skindentation refers to the temporary depression of skin caused by pressure of a clothing piece or other object. This in return results in bulging of the skin around the indentation. The cause is mostly due to an elastic or tied string wrapping around a leg, arm or belly. Examples of clothing that can cause skindentations include:

• Thigh highs
• Elbow gloves
• Tall boots
• Any kind of bands/ straps
• Tight clothing in general

It can also occur from the pressure of a hand or object pushing into the skin, as seen in the Greek statue "The Rape of Proserpina".

Where do Skindentations Occur

Skindentations can occur on any skin-covered area of the body, but some factors can accentuate its depth and visibility or lessen its occurrence. Areas with bones close to the surface, such as:

• Hands
• Fingers
• Feet
• Front of the lower leg (due to the Tibia bone)
• Neck
• Upper torso (due to the rib cage) tend to exhibit little to no skin indentation.

Conversely, areas with deeper bones, such as the thighs, belly and upper arms are more prone to skindentations. The amount of body fat also plays a big role; the more fat a person has, the more skindentation is possible. This is why thighs are the most common area for skindentations to occur at, as they have deep bones and a large amount of fat.