Seven Tips To Care For Dry Skin

While dry skin seems to be more of a problem for people in the wintertime, with heated air inside and freezing air outside dehydrating our faces, some people are plagued with dry skin all year long. 

You can look for a few different signs to see whether your skin is getting dry.

If you notice that the skin is flaking, you feel like itching all the time, or the skin is tight all of a sudden, then these are signs that you need to moisturize the skin more. 

Dry skin is going to compromise the barrier that is there and makes it more likely to crack. Sometimes the cracks are small and other times it can get bad enough to cause bleeding.

Even using Xeroderma can be enough to make the skin look peeled and rough, and sometimes it causes the skin to turn a different color. 

Dry skin is more common in hot climates with lower humidity. It can be caused by frequently exposing your skin to hot water, chemicals, soaps, or detergents. Certain medications can dry out the skin.

As we age, our skin can start to look older as well. This is due to the body retaining less water as we age and produce less of the healthy oils that our skin needs to keep it protected and safe. 

Dry skin can be not only annoying but also unattractive. It may also bring about other skin conditions including acne, eczema, and rosacea if we are not careful.

Taking good care of the skin and being careful about the products we use can be a big step forward in keeping everything safe and healthy.

There are a few different steps that you can take to keep the skin moisturized and healthy. Some of these include:

1.Take short showers with lukewarm water

While it may feel nice to get a warm shower in during the day, too much hot water is going to take all the moisture out of your skin. A better option is to work with lukewarm water and make the shower quick.

Do not rub your skin to dry it off either. Patting it dry with a towel is often plenty and can keep the skin nice and healthy for longer. 

2. Avoid harsh scrubs or exfoliators

While it may feel good to use some exfoliators and scrubs to clean the body, this can cause a lot of damage to the skin.

It will rip away the moisturizers that are on the body and can cause little tears that you will then have to deal with.

You need to save the exfoliation for your esthetician and focus more on something more gentle on the skin. 

3. Apply moisturizer within 5 minutes of getting out of the shower

A good moisturizer will make all the difference in the health of your skin. And a good time to apply it is within 5 minutes of getting out of the shower.

Your esthetician will be able to help you choose the type that is best for you. This can help lock in some of the hydration to the face and neck and gives you a lot of protection. 

Pick a high-quality moisturizer to use. A basic option from the drug store is going to include some preservatives and miss out on the healthy nutrients that are so important for your skin.

Put it on generously as you get ready for the day to see what a difference it can make on your skin. 

4. Use a cool-mist humidifier

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Adding more moisture to the air of the home can do wonders for the health of your skin. It will add more humidity to the air around you, which will keep the skin cells moist and plump.

Cool mist is always a better option if you have the choice, rather than warm mist, to ensure you prevent accidental burning. 

If you want to take it a step further and prevent some of the mineral build-ups on the skin, then purified or distilled water is a good choice.

These have fewer minerals compared to tap water. Clean out the tank each day to prevent mold from building up.  

5. Stay hydrated

To protect the skin, you need to drink more water. You need to stay hydrated to make sure that the skin is healthy and drinking all of those energy drinks or soda is a bad idea.

Coffee and tea will also dehydrate the body the same way, so keep those down to a minimum. 

Your goal is to increase your healthy fluids like water to keep yourself hydrated.

You can add some natural flavors to the water, like cucumber, lemon, or lime, to help change it up if you worry that regular water will get boring. 

Aim for a minimum of 8 glasses of water a day. This will help keep you hydrated and can ensure that you are getting plenty to freshen up the skin. 

6. Get regular facials 

When your skin is dry, it needs a bit of extra pampering to feel its best. Adding a facial to your routine can be a great way to do this.

And not just any facial; you need to work with a certified and trained esthetician to help make sure that you are getting the proper treatment based on your skin type and the amount of dryness on the face. 

A professional will be able to work with you to choose treatments and products that help to build up the health and beauty of the skin.

And when you get regular facials, the esthetician will get to know your skin better, allowing them to look for changes and make adjustments to the treatment to keep you safe and healthy. 

7. Make applying sunscreen like brushing your teeth

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Any time that you go outside into the sun, you need to apply sunscreen to the body. Go with something that is a minimum of 30 SPF and apply it to the face, neck, and even the back of the neck.

Any burn that you get on the skin will cause damage to you and can also lead to skin cancer, dry skin, and premature aging, so be careful when outside in the heat. 

By following the seven steps above, you can help to rehydrate your skin and make it look more amazing than ever before. Try adding them to your routine and see what a difference they can make for you.