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Managing Dry Winter Skin – Part 2 - Tuesday, February 23, 2010
As we discussed in the last post, the cold dry air of winter can bring an uncomfortable dryness to the skin of our face, hands and feet. For many people this is more than just a general tight, dry feeling. Their skin can get so dry it results in flaking, cracking and even eczema. We have more winter skin care tips to manage dry skin.Dealing With Low Humidity
As temperatures fall, so do humidity levels, and the loss of moisture can cause your skin to become dry and itchy. Heat from furnaces, radiators, woodstoves, and fireplaces can also suck the moisture out of the air inside your home, which can dry out your skin even more. Put moisture back into the air by using a humidifier.
Exfoliate on a Weekly Basis
Many people think that exfoliation will dry out the skin more. Actually it is great for dry skin! Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and allows moisturizers to be more effective. Use a loofah or body brush before turning on the shower to remove loose skin and to prepare the skin. During your shower use your preferred exfoliating cleanser.
Don’t Forget Your Lips
Your lips are often the first to succumb to cold winter air. Find a lip moisturizer that you like and apply it often. Find an emollient-based moisturizer for the lips that is soothing and has no irritants. I do not recommend products with menthol or phenol as they may be irritating.
Baby Your Hands and Feet
Hands and feet can suffer terribly from dry, itchy skin. Antibacterial soaps can be harsh on the hands. Make sure you moisturize after washing your hands. Also change out of wet gloves and socks as soon as possible. They can irritate your skin and cause itching and cracking.
Here’s an extra tip for the feet: cover your feet in a thick moisturizer, something containing petroleum jelly or glycerine. Then wrap your feet in plastic wrap and put on a pair of old socks. Let them moisturize for a couple hours, then see how nice and soft your feet feel.
See a Specialist
Finally, if your dry skin persists you may want to consult one of our licensed skin care experts. They can analyze your skin type, discuss the problems you are having and recommend an effective skin care regimen. You will have smooth, soft skin in no time.
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Centre Yourself offers the latest skin care products and services, and facial rejuvenation procedures to patients in Michiana, including Elkhart and South Bend, Northwest Indiana, and Southern Michigan.
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