Dry skin? What to do!
Many factors can contribute to dry skin. Luckily, there are equally as many remedies. First and foremost, dry skin needs moisture, however; there are several practical, everyday tweaks to your normal routine which will provide relief.
Avoid hot water. Although a steamy hot bath may be your favorite way to unwind, hot water strips skin of moisture and the natural protective oils. Adjust the water temperature to warm or minimize taking hot baths to once a week. Also, don’t soak for longer than 10-20 minutes.
Creamy cleansers. When washing your face, pick a gentle, creamy, soap-free cleanser which will remove dirt and impurities yet respect the moisture balance of the skin. Also, forgo heavily scented or perfumed cleansers as these can also lead to dryness and instead, go for a fragrance-free option. And for the shower, lather up with moisturizing body wash instead of bar soap.
Moisturize often. Moisturizers bind water to skin and help the stratum corneum lock in hydration. Look for formulas that contain lanolin, shea butter or hyaluronic acid to keep skin from feeling dry or itchy.
Use a humidifier. It’s an easy way to put moisture back into the air when humidity levels are low, especially during cold winter months.
Drink up. We’ve all heard how important it is to drink plenty of water - up to eight glasses a day, say many experts. Sufficient water intake is critical for all bodily components so strive to drink enough water each day.
Avoid hot water. Although a steamy hot bath may be your favorite way to unwind, hot water strips skin of moisture and the natural protective oils. Adjust the water temperature to warm or minimize taking hot baths to once a week. Also, don’t soak for longer than 10-20 minutes.
Creamy cleansers. When washing your face, pick a gentle, creamy, soap-free cleanser which will remove dirt and impurities yet respect the moisture balance of the skin. Also, forgo heavily scented or perfumed cleansers as these can also lead to dryness and instead, go for a fragrance-free option. And for the shower, lather up with moisturizing body wash instead of bar soap.
Moisturize often. Moisturizers bind water to skin and help the stratum corneum lock in hydration. Look for formulas that contain lanolin, shea butter or hyaluronic acid to keep skin from feeling dry or itchy.
Use a humidifier. It’s an easy way to put moisture back into the air when humidity levels are low, especially during cold winter months.
Drink up. We’ve all heard how important it is to drink plenty of water - up to eight glasses a day, say many experts. Sufficient water intake is critical for all bodily components so strive to drink enough water each day.