Dry Skin

 

Dry Skin

While it is important to have an interest in skincare, not a lot of people pay attention to their skin’s texture. With winter approaching, the skin is bound to feel dry and stretchy. As such, the skincare routine has to change, but for that one has to understand the type of skin.

There is a bit of confusion around dry skin and dehydrated skin. The terms are often used interchangeably, too. But Glow & Green founder says dry skin is the type and you are born with. It happens because the skin lacks sebum (oil) generation genetically, leading to wrinkled, tight, dull, and flaky skin all over your body, not just the face. “When you apply any sort of oil, serum, or moisturizer, your skin absorbs the product right away, no matter how the weather is,” she says. According to, dehydrated skin is one type of condition which lacks moisture/water content. “Dehydrated skin can be sensitive sometimes. It may face breakouts, especially during winter times, because you are using the wrong ingredients and omitting moisturizer.”

How to treat dry and dehydrated skin during the winter months?

Use pinch test to determine skin hydration/dry skin The three-second pinch test is a popular way to identify whether your skin is dehydrated or dry. Pinch the skin on your finger and watch how long it will take to come back in a normal state. If it takes time, then your skin is dehydrated. If you see wrinkled, tight, and irritated skin at the corner of your pinch then, your skin is dry.Here’s a three-ingredient face pack to chase away winter blues

Do not change skincare or body care routine drasticallyListen to the skin condition and health first and then change one or two products at a time. If you have dehydrated skin, your skin can be prone to sensitivity.

Focus on all-over skincare, not just face When it comes to skincare, generally, people focus on the face only. But you wear your skin everywhere – hands, body, lips, under eyes. And you face cold weather impact everywhere in your skin, so why not think holistically. It's not uncommon for people to complain about dry skin in winter. The reason for this is usually a lack of moisture. In winter, the humidity in the air outdoors drops. The air indoors is even drier, thanks to the indoor heating we use to keep warm. To make matters worse, the hot baths and showers people take to stay warm strip your skin of the natural oils that keep it nourished. The resultant dehydration can cause your skin to crack and peel. So how does one go about treating skin that has been dried out by winter?

Moisturizer To restore dry, scaly skin to its former state, you need to replenish the moisture it is missing. In this case, drinking water won't do the trick. Applying moisturizer directly to your skin will lock in moisture and give your skin a healthy appearance. It's also important to note that applying moisturizer once a day will not provide adequate protection. According to Mayo Clinic, moisturizer should be applied after shaving, exfoliating, showering or bathing, then reapplied to visible parts of the body three or four times a day for adequate protection.

Choose the Right Moisturizer

You have to keep your skin type in mind when you decide which moisturizer to use. Petroleum jelly is a reliable moisturizer for most instances. But sometimes you'll want to use something that was specially formulated for a particular problem. For example, if you have parched, scaly skin that is in need of dry skin repair, it would be best to use Vaseline Intensive Care Dry Skin Repair Body Lotion.

Alternatively, if you're looking for something that offers long-lasting protection, then you would have to use Vaseline Intensive Care Dry Skin Repair Cream, which is clinically proven to moisturize and restore very dry skin in just five days. Change Your Hand Washing Routine Frequent hand washing is a crucial part of protecting your health, so abandoning the process is out of the question. To protect your hands while you protect your health, wash your hands with a mild soap, use lukewarm instead of hot water, pat your hands dry and apply moisturizer as soon as you're done.

Use a Humidifier Humidifiers add moisture to the air, which prevents certain parts of the body from suffering the type of damage that comes from dryness. The best time to use the humidifier is when you're asleep. This is because your body goes into recovery mode while you're sleeping. Growth hormones are released while you sleep, stimulating the repair of damaged cells. This is the perfect time to give your skin a hydration boost.

When to See a Doctor In most cases, dry skin is a minor inconvenience that can be solved with at-home remedies such as the use of petroleum jelly. But in some instances, nothing short of medical intervention will help. You should seek medical attention if you exhibit any of the following symptoms:

·         ● Blisters

·         ● Skin discoloration

·         ● Bleeding

·         ● Extreme redness

·         ● Swelling.

For most women, winters are accompanied by the dreaded dry skin. Though it is not a serious health condition, it causes quite a lot of discomfort. Flaking, itching, irritation and embarrassment are some of the serious inconveniences caused due to dry skin. This skin condition can be easily treated with home remedies or with the help of a dermatologist. Before help can be provided it is important to understand what causes dry or flaky skin.

What Causes Flaky and Dry Skin? Other than chronic skin conditions, your skin can be dry due to the factors you are exposed to in your surrounding environment. These factors strip your skin of its natural moisture. Dry, pressurized or heated indoor air from the furnace can cause your skin to become dry. Other than this, even dry and cold outside air can cause dry skin, especially when it’s windy. Another probable cause for flaky skin is improper skin care. Using soaps which are too strong or taking long hot baths can damage the top layer of your skin. This leads to the loss of natural moisture, making your skin vulnerable. To avoid this, it is advised to use gentle, non-foaming facial cleansers, and to immediately apply moisturizer after washing your face or taking a shower. In addition to applying moisturizer, you can also opt for products that contain glycerin or petroleum jelly. If you wish to tackle your dry skin issues, keep in mind to stay well hydrated. Lack of hydration can leave your skin feeling parched. To increase your hydration levels, you can add watery fruits and vegetables to your diet.

Home Remedies for Flaky and Dry Skin Dry and flaky skin can be easily treated using ingredients which can be found in your kitchen.  Following are Some Home Remedies that will help to relieve some of the discomfort caused due to dry and flaky Skin

and fatty acids which are good for your skin and can maintain its health. It helps to soothe and condition your skin. Before applying your regular moisturizer, dab a thin layer of olive oil. Half an hour before showering, apply olive oil over your hands, legs and other areas. After taking a shower, apply a light moisturizer.

Why is it Necessary to Consult a Dermatologist for Dry and Flaky skin?

In some cases, these home remedies may not help in improving the condition of your skin. To find out if there are any other underlying factors affecting your skin, it is important to consult a dermatologist. There are possibilities you might have conditions which require individual treatments such as eczema or psoriasis. These conditions require treatments as well as possible prescribed medication.

Eczema:

It is an autoimmune condition, as believed by some researchers, it may be related to hay fever and asthma. The appearance of this condition is usually dry and flaky patches which can be found around the elbows, knees, ankles and wrists. Sometimes they can also be noticed on the face, especially around the eyes and on your eyelids. To help treat eczema it is necessary to use ointments prescribed by the doctor as it cannot be treated using regular moisturizers. In some cases the treatment of this condition may be harder and may require antibiotics, antihistamines etc. to help relieve the itching.

Psoriasis:

It is a chronic skin condition which is characterized by red and irritated skin which is covered with silvery flaky scales. To relieve the symptoms of psoriasis, ointments or creams which contain corticosteroids, salicylic acid, or retinoids can be used. In case of this skin condition, the underlying condition is permanent. It has been shown that daily exposure to sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet rays can help to reduce the appearance of these lesions.

Dry and Flaky Skin Treatment at Kaya

  To treat dry and dull skin, Kaya Skin Care clinic offers the Kaya Hydrate and Restore Facial. The Kaya Hydrate and Restore facial ensures to give your skin a refreshing and beautiful look. In the initial stage of the therapy a unique hydra-exfoliation process is used to bring out a new and fresh layer. This is followed by an instant smoothening effect of the enzymatic wax which helps to regenerate the cell that enhances the strength of your skin. The therapy comes to an end with the intense action of Vitamin C rich-C serum, and ultra-fresh rehydrating mask. This therapy makes even the most dehydrated skin moist, supple and glowing. For better results you can use skin care products from Kaya to give you healthy and glowing skin such as the Intense Hydration Body Lotion and the Daily Use Body Lotion. Embrace healthy and flake-free skin. Learn more about various beauty facials offered by Kaya.