Well, this one is really though. Usually very dry skin comes from your genes and it is not the same thing as dehydrated skin. You should help your body to retain hydration and avoid red flags at all costs. These quick tips will help you.
Tip #1
It is best to use warm, not hot, water when bathing or washing the face because hot water can strip the skin of its natural oils.
Spending too much time in water can remove sebum from the skin. The American Academy of Dermatology recommend limiting showers and baths to 5–10 minutes or less to help heal dry skin.
After bathing or washing the face, you should immediately apply a moisturizer to help lock in moisture.
Tip #2
We have mentioned this a lot! Moisturizers, ointments, and creams improve the skin’s natural barrier function, which promotes water retention.
Moisturizing overnight can provide extra benefits. You can apply moisturizer to your face before bed and wash it off with a gentle cleanser in the morning.
Gentle, face-friendly moisturizers often contain:
– hyaluronic acid
– ceramides
– colloidal oatmeal
Tip #3
Soaps that contain fragrances, colors, and other chemicals can irritate and dry out the skin. It is generally better to opt for mild, fragrance-free cleansers or facial soaps and to avoid products that contain alcohols, artificial colors, and plastics.
Ingredients to avoid include:
– sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)
– those that derive from mineral oil, including petroleum and paraffin
– parabens
– diethanolamine (DEA)
– monoethanolamine (MEA)
– triethanolamine (TEA)
Tip #4
Food is important! Add omega 3 fish oil to diet. If you have a lack of omega-3 in your diet it can lead to premature wrinkles and dry skin.
The supplement works by nourishing the skin with fats, while contributing fat-soluble vitamins. It helps skin to maintain a smooth, elastic texture.
Tip #5
Vitamin C is essential for building healthy collagen, which is important for the structure of skin. Healthy collagen could even have anti-ageing properties.
Vitamin E helps skin to retain its moisture and aids in skin healing. Avocado is a great source of vitamin E, and eating more of the fruit may provide the skin with more oleic acid. Oleic acid acts as a natural moisturizer and softener to the skin in the epidermis layer.
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