As temperature drops down, heaters switch on, and the wind
blows up, the battle for healthy skin begins. Dry air takes away the thin oil
layer that leaves moisture on the skin and flares painful and itchy conditions
such as severe dry skin eczema, and psoriasis. If our skin stop producing
moisture or if the heaters start affecting our skin, it will result in little
cracks that destroy the barrier of the skin. Any actions traumatic to the skin,
such as cracking, can cause an inflammatory response, which can force skin to
become more susceptible to flare-ups of eczema and psoriasis. But you can
minimize the risks by preparing now and avoid next few months toll taken on your
skin. Here are some tips to help you battle for a healthy skin as winter
approaches.
1. When it is cold outside, instead of prolonging our hot
showers and baths- a recipe for irritated and dry skin- use lukewarm, not hot,
water and keep the shower as brief as possible. Also switch to moisture-rich
less aggressive soaps made for sensitive skin. Try to pat yourself dry gently
to avoid traumatizing or skin over drying. Do not forget to apply moisturiser while your skin is still slightly damp.
2. Whether you have psoriasis, eczema or severe dry skin
called as xerosis, you need to return any moisture that dry air takes away. As
soon as the weather gets dry, alarm yourself to start a regular moisturising
The best time to do it is right after you bathe. To get better results you can
wrap the problem areas in plastic wrap for about 20 minutes to one hour after moisturising. Your skin will be baby soft!
3. If your skin does get irritated, choose breathable soft
fabrics, just as cotton, instead of polyester or itchy woollens. Less fitting
clothing will also help to keep your skin from becoming irritated by
perspiration and chafed. Keep the humidity level at home between 20% and 40% it
can be measured by a hygrometer.
4. Many viral, bacterial, or fungal infections can make
psoriasis and eczema even worse because they involve immune system responses.
Follow basic steps to keep yourself healthy, like getting enough sleep, washing
your hands frequently, and exercising. Do everything to fight infection!
5. Winter means the holidays and the stress that they
inevitably contain. Trying to get things done before the holidays as well as
emotional stress and being under pressure definitely can trigger skin problems
as during periods of stress, the ability of our skin to retain water is quite
reduced. Look for any possible way to relieve stress related to holiday.
6. Weight gain in general can worsen the problematic skin
conditions. So tread carefully, try to eat properly and do as much exercise as
you can.
7. Winter also brings a reduction in the amount of sun
exposure, which is not a good fact since sunlight is very important not only
for our skin but for the whole body as well to produce vitamin D and get enough
calcium that way. The problem is two-fold. Firstly, people wear clothes that
cover the skin and have a tendency to stay indoors. Secondly, the energy of
ultraviolet light is lessened in the winter. So photo-therapy makes sense for
patients being responsive to ultra violet light.
8. Drink as much water as you can! It is one of those
essential things you must do during any season and the wintertime is no
exception. Try to take in 0.30 litres per 1 kilogram of your weight. You will
stay hydrated and be happy with your skin.
From Fitnea.com
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