Dry skin care

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Although not incredibly difficult, dry skin care is a bit more challenging because of the extra caution it require. The only problem seems to be the poor compatibility between dry skin and creams and lotions that contain petroleum compounds. 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. Did you know that tap water is harmful for the skin because of the chlorine and fluoride it contains? Although most skin care experts recommend the use of alcohol-free cleaning lotions, cosmetic milk and toners, you can also use cold mineral water. Yet, we should admit that toners and milks both clean and moisturize at the same time.

A tip that lots of people tend to ignore is that when bathing or showering, you need to cut back on the amount of time you spend in the water. Then, test the soaps on small skin portions to prevent allergic reactions, and check that the pH is a neutral one. 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 soothe the itching, but you’ll have to see a doctor and check whether there is a dermatological condition involved. Dry skin will be more easily affected by eczema, which is one more reason to be very careful with dry skin care on a daily basis. Specialists recommend a diet rich in essential oils and organic elements as the best way to preserve a great looking skin and a solid health.

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