THE BEAUTY GUIDE
SOLUTIONS FOR DRY SKIN
Does your skin feel uncomfortable, itchy, and rough to the touch? Dry skin can be the result of fluctuating temperatures and seasonal changes in humidity. Dull, tight skin can present redness and in some cases peeling. The good news is that there are some simple habits and products that can help skin regain and retain its suppleness and radiance.
WHAT IS DRY SKIN?
The skin forms an external protective barrier called the "hydrolipidicfilm" composed mainly of sweat, sebum, and water. With dry skin, this barrier becomes compromised and can have greatly reduced capacity.When this happens, your skin becomes dehydrated and is susceptible to scaling, itching and cracking.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF DRY SKIN?
External stressors:
These include dry air in homes, weather (wind, dry air, and cold), and environmental pollution. These daily factors can affect your skin, creating drying conditions.
Food and lifestyle:
Lack of certain nutritional foods, especially fatty acids, proteins, and vitamin A can contribute to poor skin health, as well drinking less than recommended amounts
of fresh water.
Some cosmetic products:
Synthetic fragrances and preservatives found in some products, can damage the skin’s protective barrier.
Natural aging of skin:
Aging is also a factor that can encourage dry skin. Hormonal changes as we age causes most skin to thin, produce less collagen, and become more dry.
SIGNS OF DRY SKIN?
- Your skin feels and looks tight
- Some redness is present, especially on the cheeks and cheekbones
- Your skin has visible fine lines or cracks, and sometimes peeling
- Itching, unrelated to health issues
REMEDIES FOR DRY SKIN
PROPER NUTRITION
- Drink 6-8 glasses (8oz each) of fresh water daily to nourish your whole body.
- Eat more protein and good fats, plus foods that are full of vitamin A (such as beans, eggs, salmon or sardines).
daily HABITS
- Protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun, using a minimum SPF15 product every day of the year.
- Face creams and oils, lip balm, and appropriate clothing keep cold weather from drying skin.
- Keep your house temperature around 68°, and use a humidifier to add moisture to the air.
- Avoid frequent showers and limit time spent in hot water baths, as they remove your skin’s natural oils.
- Daily exercise and a full night’s sleep help skin rejuvenate and stay healthy.
care
- For the face, opt for richer moisturizing creams that deeply hydrate. Choose products with natural ingredients that nourish. Cleanse and hydrate your skin twice a day, in the morning and in the evening.
- For the body, choose solid, natural, and surgras soaps. Apply body lotions while still damp from the shower. Face and body oils help support moisturizers and create a healthy skin barrier.
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