When a person's skin becomes dry, the epidermis (outer layer of skin) are damaged and killed. Your skin will feel rough to the touch, tight, and even itchy and inflamed. Dry skin often looks white and flaky. Low levels of fat are the cause of dry skin due to environmental factors and lack of skin care. Dry skin can be cured by following a few simple steps.
If soaps are used to store cheap shoot the trash. These soaps are very drying to the skin. Shop soaps are made from harsh chemicals and do not contain glycerin (a humectant that draws moisture to the skin). Glycerin is removed during the manufacturing process of hard soap out of a bar of soap when finished. These soaps do not usually last long and may be quite costly. Opt for a natural soap. natural soaps are vegetable oils that are choc full of vitamins and contain glycerin. Natural soaps moisturize your skin while washing and do not leave your skin dry and tight. Once you have tried natural soap you will never use cheap soap shop again.
Avoid Use cleaning products containing harsh chemicals. Instead of using a light wash of natural sulphate-free body or gel. Cleaners that contain chemicals only strip away natural oils from the skin leaving it feeling dry.
Do not take long hot baths as it may aggravate the skin dry in the winter months. Instead try, warm baths or showers short. When you leave the shower or bath gently pat the skin dry and apply your moisturizer while skin is damp. This will help seal in moisture and leave your skin soft and smooth. This method actually saves money because the moisturizer will be generalized while your skin is still damp.
Hydrate your body every day. Moisturizers are designed to reduce loss water from the skin and preventing skin dryness. It acts as a barrier to extreme weather conditions and dirt. daily moisturizing will leave your skin soft and flexible.
To help keep lips soft and hydrated using a lip balm. Avoid licking your lips, as this will only more dryness and cracking. Lip balms are also great to apply to dry and brittle nails.
Drink 8 glasses of water day, this will keep the body hydrated throughout the day.
Prevent Dry Skin and Itchy Skin by Using Less Soap [DermTV.com Epi 147]