Dry Skin
Your skin is one of if not the only first defense against all of the elements in the outside and indoor world. But because it’s the first in line defense to battle against all those elements like sun, wind, and cold weather, it’s also the part of your body on the outside that tends to have the most issues. If you have dry skin, you most likely are aware of it. It tends to cause flakiness of the skin, it’s itchy, and sometimes it can even cause other issues. Instead of hiding your skin why not rehydrate it and replenish it? If you want smooth skin that doesn’t flake or itch, you need to be aware of questions about dry skin from other women and what answers dermatologists have for those women. Below, you will find a few questions about dry skin and how to remedy it.
Winter Weather
When most women talk about dry skin, it’s usually problematic in the winter months when the humidity outdoors tends to drop. When the air is cold and dry, your skin tends to be dryer as well because the dryness from the air evaporates the moisture in your skin quicker and it in turn makes your skin feel tight, dry, or even itchy. Windy weather even in the summer months, can also be an issue when it comes to dry skin. In order to get rid of dry skin in the colder months, you should consider wearing gloves when you go outside. Gloves are a great way to shield cold weather and windy dry weather as well. You can also apply skincare gloves at night or if you don’t like having anything on your hands while you are sleeping, try using a moisturizer that is rich in glycerin.
Home Heating
Not only does heating tend to cause dry skin issues, but it can also cause other issues which should show how powerful dry heat really is. It can cause things like nosebleeds, dry lips and even a dry throat which can cause hoarseness and a sore throat. When it comes to winter time though, you might not be willing to turn the heat off completely, but I have a really good option for you that will still let you have your heat on but not deal with dry skin issues. Consider setting your heat to the lowest comfortable setting - still keeping it on, and use a humidifier, especially at night. Humidifiers are a great option for when you are sick with chest colds, but they can also help keep your skin moisturized and will help suck the dryness out of the air.
Long Hot Showers
Hot showers and baths can also cause dryness of the skin. It’s a shame too, because chances are if you are taking a hot shower it’s probably to warm up after a cold day. But, hot water can actually strip your skin of its natural oils and make your skin dry and flakey. Instead of taking a hot bath or shower, consider taking a warm one, and if you are taking a bath, consider using a moisturizing bath soap or bubbles to keep the moisture in your skin. You should also be dabbing or blotting your towel against your skin rather than rubbing which can also cause irritations in the skin.
Body Lotion
Body lotion is an important factor in keeping your skin moisturized and it will help people with dry skin, no matter what the season is. Consider using a body lotion on your entire body that is rich in vitamin C and D and one that also contains glycerin. This is a natural ingredient that helps fight dehydration and helps keep the moisture locked into your skin. It’s sort of like a barrier against the negative elements and it can be used anytime during the day. You can even put it on at night.
Soap Bars
Almost everyone either uses bar soaps or shower gel these days, but shower gels usually have some sort of a naturally moisturizing ingredient in them whereas bar soaps, especially the cheap ones, do not. In fact, some of them can have detergents in them and while they help your body get clean, they are also stripping your body’s natural oils away and it can leave your skin dry and itchy. Instead, consider switching to a body wash or gel that is both moisturizing and fragrance free. This will leave your skin soft and won’t strip away those natural oils that keeps your skin feeling soft. Keep the bar soap for your armpits and feet instead.
Winter Weather
When most women talk about dry skin, it’s usually problematic in the winter months when the humidity outdoors tends to drop. When the air is cold and dry, your skin tends to be dryer as well because the dryness from the air evaporates the moisture in your skin quicker and it in turn makes your skin feel tight, dry, or even itchy. Windy weather even in the summer months, can also be an issue when it comes to dry skin. In order to get rid of dry skin in the colder months, you should consider wearing gloves when you go outside. Gloves are a great way to shield cold weather and windy dry weather as well. You can also apply skincare gloves at night or if you don’t like having anything on your hands while you are sleeping, try using a moisturizer that is rich in glycerin.
Home Heating
Not only does heating tend to cause dry skin issues, but it can also cause other issues which should show how powerful dry heat really is. It can cause things like nosebleeds, dry lips and even a dry throat which can cause hoarseness and a sore throat. When it comes to winter time though, you might not be willing to turn the heat off completely, but I have a really good option for you that will still let you have your heat on but not deal with dry skin issues. Consider setting your heat to the lowest comfortable setting - still keeping it on, and use a humidifier, especially at night. Humidifiers are a great option for when you are sick with chest colds, but they can also help keep your skin moisturized and will help suck the dryness out of the air.
Long Hot Showers
Hot showers and baths can also cause dryness of the skin. It’s a shame too, because chances are if you are taking a hot shower it’s probably to warm up after a cold day. But, hot water can actually strip your skin of its natural oils and make your skin dry and flakey. Instead of taking a hot bath or shower, consider taking a warm one, and if you are taking a bath, consider using a moisturizing bath soap or bubbles to keep the moisture in your skin. You should also be dabbing or blotting your towel against your skin rather than rubbing which can also cause irritations in the skin.
Body Lotion
Body lotion is an important factor in keeping your skin moisturized and it will help people with dry skin, no matter what the season is. Consider using a body lotion on your entire body that is rich in vitamin C and D and one that also contains glycerin. This is a natural ingredient that helps fight dehydration and helps keep the moisture locked into your skin. It’s sort of like a barrier against the negative elements and it can be used anytime during the day. You can even put it on at night.
Soap Bars
Almost everyone either uses bar soaps or shower gel these days, but shower gels usually have some sort of a naturally moisturizing ingredient in them whereas bar soaps, especially the cheap ones, do not. In fact, some of them can have detergents in them and while they help your body get clean, they are also stripping your body’s natural oils away and it can leave your skin dry and itchy. Instead, consider switching to a body wash or gel that is both moisturizing and fragrance free. This will leave your skin soft and won’t strip away those natural oils that keeps your skin feeling soft. Keep the bar soap for your armpits and feet instead.