Dry skin
The very high variety of dry skin care products, makes the treatment of sensitive skin a lot easier nowadays. Dry skin is often incompatible with many of the commercial products whether creams or lotions, because they contain petroleum compounds that are not exactly suitable for dry skin care. Always choose those products that contain natural hypoallergenic ingredients that will not trigger any allergic reaction and will be totally healthy for the skin.
To give just a few examples of natural oils that work great for dry skin care, we ought to mention virgin coconut oil, shea butter or cocoa butter. They all contain highly nourishing ingredients that are well tolerated by the skin, not to mention that the high content of vitamins A, C, D, E and protein have a rejuvenating impact on the tissues, preventing wrinkle formation.
Although the emphasis most often falls on the importance of moisturizing, cleaning is equally important for adequate dry skin care. Thus, keep in mind the fact that tap water harms the skin by its high content of fluoride, chlorine and all sorts of other chemicals that dry the skin even further. Although most skin care experts speak in favor of alcohol-free cleansers, toners and cosmetic milk, you can very well rely on mineral water for skin cleaning. The advantage of milks and toners is that they remove impurities and also hydrate the tissues.
A tip that many people overlook is that when showering or bathing, you ought to spend as little time in hot water as possible. Only very mild soaps with neutral pH are recommended, and after being tested for skin tolerance beforehand. After showering make sure to gently tap the skin instead of rubbing it, because any more rough treatment worsens dry skin making it more scaly and sensitive. Then, as part of the dry skin care routine, you should apply a moisturizer when the skin is still damp after showering.
Don’t scratch if any of the dry skin portions get itchy; moisturizing will alleviate the discomfort, but get an appointment with the doctor and check whether there is a dermatological condition involved. Dry skin will be more easily affected by eczema, which represents another good reason to be very careful with dry skin care on a daily basis. Specialists recommend a diet rich in organic elements and essential oils as the best way to preserve a great looking skin and a solid health.
