Something About Dry Skin:
What Is Dry Skin and How Is It Caused?
Dry skin (or xerosis) has a low level of sebum, which is the skin's natural lubricant. As it does not have enough sebum, it dries out easily and is unable to retain the right amount of moisture needed for healthy skin. Unhealthy skin always creates a problem. It is more common in winter when the cold outside and the heat inside contribute in drying up the skin. Atmosphere always affects the skin. It can also be caused by hot water or harsh soaps. Poor diet or smoking can also cause or aggravate the problem. Dry skin may also be a symptom of other conditions, including dermatitis, eczema, ichthyoids, psoriasis, an under active thyroid and diabetes. Dry skin becomes more common as people age.
Treatments:
In most cases, dry skin problems respond well to self-care measures, such as using moisturizers and avoiding long, hot showers and baths. If you have very dry and scaly skin, your doctor may recommend you use an over-the-counter (nonprescription) cream that contains lactic acid or lactic acid and urea.
If you have more serious skin diseases, such as ichthyosis or psoriasis, your doctor may prescribe prescription creams and ointments or other treatments in addition to home care.
Sometimes dry skin leads to dermatitis, which causes red, itchy skin. In these cases, treatment may include hydrocortisone-containing lotions. If your skin cracks open, your doctor may prescribe wet dressings with mildly astringent properties to contract your skin and reduce secretions and prevent infection.
The possible causes of dry skin includes:-
Dry skin is mainly affects the peoples in winter season. Dry skin is mainly caused by dehydration, which mainly occurs in poorly controlled diabetes. Heredity disorder is also the main cause of dry skin. Eczema may cause dry skin. The deficiency in vitamins and nutritions may also contribute to dry skin. Bathing too frequently, especially with harsh soaps, may contribute to dry skin. Dry skin is also caused by the dysfunction of sebaceous glands, which secretes the oil to the skin.
Dos and Don'ts for dry skin:
Dos:
Do add bath oil after your skin has soaked up some water.
A capful in bath water softens and lubricates your skin.
Always go for creamy, oil-rich make-up. The areas that are exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, hands, and back of the neck should have a moisturizer.
Do humidify your home in the winter, or year-round if you live in a dry climate.
Moisturize while your skin is still damp from cleansing.
Wearing gloves can help to protect hands from the cold temperatures and dry air that triggers eczema.
Don'ts:
Don't use too many creams and ointments .
The ultraviolet rays of the sun during the winter are still strong. So, don't forget the sunscreen lotion on your dry skin.
If you have a dry skin, then don't take long hot showers.
Don't "air dry" after bathing or swimming.
Avoid using harsh soaps that dry the skin.
What Is Dry Skin and How Is It Caused?
Dry skin (or xerosis) has a low level of sebum, which is the skin's natural lubricant. As it does not have enough sebum, it dries out easily and is unable to retain the right amount of moisture needed for healthy skin. Unhealthy skin always creates a problem. It is more common in winter when the cold outside and the heat inside contribute in drying up the skin. Atmosphere always affects the skin. It can also be caused by hot water or harsh soaps. Poor diet or smoking can also cause or aggravate the problem. Dry skin may also be a symptom of other conditions, including dermatitis, eczema, ichthyoids, psoriasis, an under active thyroid and diabetes. Dry skin becomes more common as people age.
Treatments:
In most cases, dry skin problems respond well to self-care measures, such as using moisturizers and avoiding long, hot showers and baths. If you have very dry and scaly skin, your doctor may recommend you use an over-the-counter (nonprescription) cream that contains lactic acid or lactic acid and urea.
If you have more serious skin diseases, such as ichthyosis or psoriasis, your doctor may prescribe prescription creams and ointments or other treatments in addition to home care.
Sometimes dry skin leads to dermatitis, which causes red, itchy skin. In these cases, treatment may include hydrocortisone-containing lotions. If your skin cracks open, your doctor may prescribe wet dressings with mildly astringent properties to contract your skin and reduce secretions and prevent infection.
The possible causes of dry skin includes:-
Dry skin is mainly affects the peoples in winter season. Dry skin is mainly caused by dehydration, which mainly occurs in poorly controlled diabetes. Heredity disorder is also the main cause of dry skin. Eczema may cause dry skin. The deficiency in vitamins and nutritions may also contribute to dry skin. Bathing too frequently, especially with harsh soaps, may contribute to dry skin. Dry skin is also caused by the dysfunction of sebaceous glands, which secretes the oil to the skin.
Dos and Don'ts for dry skin:
Dos:
Do add bath oil after your skin has soaked up some water.
A capful in bath water softens and lubricates your skin.
Always go for creamy, oil-rich make-up. The areas that are exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, hands, and back of the neck should have a moisturizer.
Do humidify your home in the winter, or year-round if you live in a dry climate.
Moisturize while your skin is still damp from cleansing.
Wearing gloves can help to protect hands from the cold temperatures and dry air that triggers eczema.
Don'ts:
Don't use too many creams and ointments .
The ultraviolet rays of the sun during the winter are still strong. So, don't forget the sunscreen lotion on your dry skin.
If you have a dry skin, then don't take long hot showers.
Don't "air dry" after bathing or swimming.
Avoid using harsh soaps that dry the skin.
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