Simple ways to solve dry skin obsession

Hanoi and the northern provinces are experiencing sunny, dry days, with low humidity (only 25-32%). These are favorable conditions for irritation of the respiratory tract mucosa and skin diseases.

Dr. Pham Thi Minh Phuong, Head of the Examination Department - Central Dermatology Hospital, said that skin diseases are greatly affected by air and weather. In the current dry season, skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, dry skin, etc. will be more common and more severe.

According to Dr. Phuong, low air humidity reduces skin moisture, causing the skin to lose a lot of water, increasing the stratum corneum, causing many people's skin to become itchy, tight, and dry.

In fact, many people, when the weather turns cold and dry, have peeling, cracked, and itchy skin. They have to scratch constantly, causing their skin to become scratched and even bleed. The more they scratch, the more it itches.

Tips to help reduce dry skin

According to doctors at the Central Dermatology Hospital, moisturizing is an indispensable factor in dry weather, both to prevent dry skin, prevent itching and limit recurrence, especially for patients with atopic dermatitis. However, to care for skin in dry weather, just applying moisturizer is not enough.

Doctors advise peopleshould not take long bath, bathe several times a day but should bathe for a short time. Absolutely do not use hot water to wash your face, use a mild cleanser and warm water, cool water, pat your skin dry.

Apply moisturizer immediately after bathing. Ointments and creams are more effective for people with dry skin. Read the ingredients on skin care products; deodorant soaps, alcohol-based toners, and products containing fragrance can irritate dry, sensitive skin.

Do not use hot water to wash your face in the dry season.

The humidity in the air is low, using a humidifier to add the necessary moisture is advised. Doctors also recommend that in the current weather conditions, you should wear soft, breathable fabrics, such as 100% cotton. If you want to wear wool and other rough fabrics, wear a soft layer inside.

Don't skip washing your hands, which can eliminate harmful bacteria and viruses. If you need to wash your hands frequently, hand sanitizer is a good choice. After each hand wash, apply moisturizer immediately. If your hands are frequently soaked in water, wear waterproof gloves for protection.

Doctors say dry skin can be a sign of an underlying medical condition, such as atopic dermatitis. So if the above methods don't help relieve dry skin, see a dermatologist.

Drink enough water, eat lots of vegetables and fruits and don't forget sunscreen even when it's cool.

Drinking enough water every day is an effective way to keep your skin hydrated from the inside. Drink 2 - 2.5 liters of water every day, even more on drier days.

For healthy skin, "fighting" the dry weather, vegetables and fruits not only help replenish water but also provide many vitamins and other beneficial substances for the skin; helping the skin not to be dry and chapped, and more supple.

A common mistake people make when the weather is cool in the fall is forgetting to apply sunscreen. Dry weather dries out the skin faster, and if exposed to dust and smoke, the skin will crack and develop acne more easily. Therefore, every time you go out, you need to protect and cover your skin carefully, and don't forget to apply sunscreen.

According to Vietnamnet