With arrival of winter also come several skin problems. Many people struggle with rashes, itchy and scaly skin especially in winter and these occurrences are due to a skin condition called dry skin. In winter our skin goes through several harsh conditions due to which it loses its moisture and becomes lifeless and dry. These symptoms of dry skin rashes are mostly seen in areas which are exposed to the hard weather of the winter like hands, arms, legs and face. Few dry skin causes include unhealthy diet, dehydration, excess intake of alcohol, cold weather, usage of harsh soaps and so on.
What is dry skin?
Our skin depending on its properties is divided into different types like normal skin, dry skin, oily skin, combination skin and sensitive skin.
Dry skin is a condition where people confront symptoms like scaling, itching and cracking of the skin. Usually our skin is made up of 3 layers, it contains natural lipids which help to keep our skin soft. But due to various reasons our skin loses its moisture and becomes dry, rough, tight and also loses its glow. Few people naturally have dry skin type. Dry skin also leads to wrinkles and even makes you look older. Dry skin is one of the most common problems in colder seasons. The cold and dry breeze wards off all the moisturizer from the skin and makes it dry and rough. In winters if your skin becomes extremely dry, it leads to a condition called winter rash. People with winter skin rashes are prone to symptoms like redness, cracks in the skin, itching, flaking and blisters.
Skin Care tips during winter
In winters our skin need extra care and pampering. One can keep their skin soft and moist by following few skin care tips like
- Moisturize your skin often in winters
- Stay hydrated
- Use sunscreen while going out in winter sun
- Change your hard cleanser and shift to a mild one
- Use only lukewarm water to bath or wash
- Do not opt for any heating systems, instead choose a humidifier
- Exfoliate your skin to get rid of dead skin cells
- Take extra care for your hands and feet
- Have a healthy diet
- Cover and protect your body from cold breeze
- Choose your moisturizer carefully
- Avoid wearing wet gloves and socks
Do any medications cause dry skin?
Intake of few medications also causes dry skin. It is believed that medications used for problems like allergies, acne, BP and so on aggravates the risk of dry skin among many people.
Homeopathy treatment for dry skin?
Homeopathy treats all your skin problems like dry skin, eczema, psoriasis and so on very affectively using natural remedies. Homeopathy works deep inside and provides you long term relief from dry skin problems. Dry skin treatment in homeopathy depends on the symptoms and severity of the condition. Homeopathy treatment for dry skin is effective and has no adverse side effects. Homeopathy not only removes dryness, but also reloads your skin’s natural texture, glow and also makes you look younger.
