Dry skin is caused when your skin loses water quickly and becomes dehydrated. It can lead to small cracks and scales on your skin.
Older adults tend to develop dry skin as their pores produce lesser oil naturally.
You are more likely to develop eczema or contact dermatitis if there is a family history of dry skin diseases.
During the winter season, when the humidity is low, you may experience dry skin. And once summer starts and humidity is high, dry skin will go away.
If you are facing mild dry skin, your dermatologist will prescribe a lightweight moisturiser to treat your dry skin.
If you have very dry skin, you can choose a heavy moisturiser cream per your dermatologist’s prescription.
If you have dry, itchy skin, your dermatologist may suggest some topical creams to reduce itchiness and dryness.
Drinking plenty of water can help deal with dry skin. Water can help retain moisture in your skin and reduce itchiness and cracks on your skin.
If you have dry skin, it is advisable to limit your shower time lesser than 10 minutes. Choose warm water rather than very hot water.
Choose a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser to treat your dry skin. You can cleanse your skin twice daily, in the morning and at night, before hitting the bed.
Oil rich in fatty acids can induce smoothness, retain moisture and reduce irritation due to dry skin. Use primrose oil or coconut oil to treat your dry skin.
Pat your dry skin gently on a soft towel, reduce your sun exposure, limit your shower time, use warm water for baths instead of hot water and avoid dehydration to prevent dry skin.
If you have dry, chapped skin, regularly use lip balms to ease your dry lips.
Sudden presence of dry skin can be due to allergens and irritants due to chlorinated water in swimming pools, sunlight exposure or new clothing.
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