The Recipe for Dry Skin Care

The recipe for dry skin care cannot be ignored. Dryness leads to cracking of the upper epidermal layer, giving a bad appearance. The main causes of dry skin include: dry climate, hormonal changes, too much exfoliation and treatment of other skin disorders. Moreover, dryness could be the inherent nature of one’s skin. Whatever be the cause, dry skin care is very important (but not very difficult).

Every self treatment  begins with moisturizers, the most effective remedy for skin dryness. Generally moisturizers are classified under 2 categories based on the way they provide skincare.

The first category includes moisturizers that  preserveg the moisture within the skin, e.g. Vaseline. These moisturizers are relatively inexpensive and are readily available (even at grocery stores).

The second category includes moisturizers that work by drawing moisture from the environment and supplying it to the skin. This is a very effective way of  treating dry skin in humid conditions. The moisturizers that provide skincare relief in this way are also called humectants. For proper dry skin care, you must use a non-greasy type of moisturizer, as far as possible. Humectants fall in this category. The ingredients of humectants include propylene glycol, urea, glycerine, hyaluronic acid etc

With so many roles for women to juggle in today’s fast paced, high pressured lifestyle, there is very little time for her to pamper herself.

With tension, worries, anxiety and age, the skin become less active leaving it drier, fragile, prone to wrinkle, lines near the eyes and mouth and losing the youthful colour and glow.

Failure of oil glands failing to release enough oils to moisturize and protect the skin results in dry skin. Environmental causes like dry air, harsh wind, hormonal imbalance, usage of aggressive chemicals, cosmetics or excessive bathing with harsh soaps saps the moisture from the skin making it dryer, flakier and chapped during winter.

The Recipe for Dry Skin Care Techniques

– Cleanse and Moisturize: The dry skin should be cleansed with a cold cream and alcohol-free skin fresheners to remove the cream. After cleansing, the skin needs a lubricating emollient or a moisturizer when the face is damp after the wash.

– Splash your face with cold water or gently wipe the skin with rose water to tone the skin nicely.

– Avoid using highly alkaline soaps and detergents like washing sodas and powders.

– Avoid the sun, harsh winds and hot baths. Use oil-based creams and make-up products only. Use soft towels or wash cloth to avoid irritation to the skin while wiping it.

– Smoking deprives the skin of oxygen and nutrients it needs for good health making the skin dry and leathery.

– Chapped or cracked skin – increase consumption of water. Keep chapped areas well lubricated and protected from the elements using a good nourishing cream or moisturizer.

– Use creamy, mild, pH-balanced products such moisture based cream gels, lotions, etc for dry skin care.

A well balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds and nuts provides the body with all the necessary vitamins and minerals needed for healthy skin. Drinking water and reducing solar exposure to a minimum is also beneficial. Garlic, onions, eggs and asparagus help to keep the skin smooth and youthful. Carrots, apricots, rich in vitamins A, C keep the skin supple. Increase intake of foods like leafy raw green veggies, dairy products like yogurt, milk. Lessen fried foods, soft drinks, sugar, chocolates, junk foods, alcohol, caffeine and other foods that have diuretic effecting causing the body and skin to loose fluids, vitamins and essential minerals.

Dry skin repair is not about just using moisturizers but also using them properly. The best procedure is to cleanse the skin before the application of moisturizer. You can make your dry skin treatment even more effective by applying the moisturizer while the skin is still damp (after cleansing). Also, make sure that you use soap-free products (especially on your face, neck and arms).

Exfoliation does help in treating dry skin, by removing the dead cells. However, don’t exfoliate too hard. Your dry skincare procedures/products should also take care of sun protection. Avoid too much and too direct exposure to sun (simply by using an umbrella/hat etc). Use a good sunscreen lotion before going out. A lot of moisturizers provide sun protection too, along with normal  skincare.

You also have natural products for relieving epidermal condtions requiring repair in a natural way (without the use of synthetic chemicals). These newly developed skincare products supply lipid enhancements, thus enabling moisture retention within the skin. Another, important thing for effective treatment is the temperature of water usede for showering,  or for washing your face. Use warm water; not too hot or not too cold water, which can sometimes also cause dryness.

Skin care relief is also about being gentle with your repair choices. You should avoid harsh detergents and alcohol based cleansers. Also, after a face wash, do not rub your towel on your face, just pat gently to soak the water off.

On the whole, skin care solutions provides natural treatment and effective relief for anyone who takes advice seriously.