How To Take Care Of Your Dry Skin

                       

I know we have different skin types as different individuals that we are, some have oily skin, some dry, some coarse. Today I am going to give you tips on how to take care and handle your dry skin, this was a request from one of our readers.Below you are going to see different ways to make your skin radiant but just know if you don't follow these tips your skin will still remain as dry as it is or even worse. Here we go....

 Dry skin has a low level of sebum and can be prone to sensitivity. The skin has a parched look caused by its inability to retain moisture. It usually feels ''tight'' and uncomfortable after washing unless some type of moisturizer or skin cream is applied. Chapping and Cracking are are signs of extremely dry, dehydrated skin.
                                 

1.Maintain your natural oils: Your body naturally produces oils that keep your skin protected and prevent drying out. However, you do lots of things throughout the day that remove these natural oils. The biggest threat to your skin's natural protectant is your bathing routine. Soaps which remove too much oil from your skin and water which is too hot both put your skin at risk. Lower the temperature of your showers as low as you can stand and use only soaps which contain moisturizers or are marked for ''sensitive skin''.

• You should also be sure not to bathe too often or for too long. Both can also wash away too much of your natural oil. Shower for no more than 10-15 minutes and no more than once a day. If you can, bathe only every other day.

 2.Exfoliate gently:You have probably seen the advice to exfoliate dry skin. This removes the dead skin, preventing infection and allowing moisturizing products to absorb properly. This is good advice but you should follow it carefully. You don't want to exfoliate too often,first of all. Once or twice a week can be plenty, especially for sensitive areas like the face. You also shouldn't use harsh exfoliants, like a loofah or pumice stone. Instead, baking soda paste or a clean washcloth will get the job done without causing damage.


                                                  

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• It is also important to make sure the washcloth you use is clean. One of the reasons why things like loofahs cause problems is because items like that easily harbor germs and bacteria. Using a clean washcloth can help keep that problem from happening.

3.Dry your skin carefully:When you dry your skin, be careful. Vigorous rubbing with a towel can not only irritate your skin, it can also remove too much moisture and oil. This can cause dryness or make existing problems worse. Instead,air dry when you can and otherwise lightly pat you skin with a soft clean towel or cloth.

4.Apply a moisturizer:After you bathe or get your skin wet, you should always apply a layer of moisturizer to help lock in moisture and return the natural oils that you may have removed. This basic layer does not need to be thick, necessarily. Just a basic layer of protection can make a difference.
                                 

• Lanolin cream is one of the best products for protecting your skin and maintaining moisture. This is a natural product which is produced by animals to protect their own skin. The most common US brand is called Bag Balm and can be found in most drug stores.

• For your face, however, lanolin can be a bit much and should be used only occasionally and in very severe cases. Otherwise, you should use a lighter product which is oil free and designed not to block pores or cause other skin problems.

5.Apply a thicker layer at night:If you can, try to apply a thick layer of product at night, and then cover the areas in clothing to protect the product. This will dive our skin more to absorb and more time to absorb it. Be aware, however, than most of these skin moisturizing products stain, so be sure to cover the skin with clothing that you don't worry about, like an old pair of sweats or pajamas.

6.Protect your skin from cold:When the air gets cold, it precipitates moisture out of the hair. The air then sucks whatever moisture it can get out of your skin, causing dryness. This is why you are probably most affected in the winter. Protect your skin from the temperatures by covering up in warm clothing and by covering your skin in cremes to lock in the moisture you have.

• For example, wear gloves to protect your hands and socks to protect you feet. Scarves and cowls can be worn across the face to protect your skin.

7.Protect your skin from the sun:The sun also causes problems with dry skin, by irritating your skin and causing damage. You also risk skin cancer by getting too much sun exposure. Be sure to wear a protective clothing as much as you can when you go out on a sunny day and for what skin is not covered by clothing, use sunscreen.

8.Use a mild soap:Some soaps, especially those with high levels of synthetic surfactants are really harsh on your skin and can cause damage and dryness. You will want to find a mild soap, that suits your skin, in order to prevent dryness.
                          
9.Check your home for hard water:Hard water, or water which contains a large concentration of calcium, is common throughout the world. This excess calcium (which not technically harmful) can irritate and dry out your skin, however, by leaving some calcium behind on your skin. You should have your home tested for hard water to see if this is causing your skin problems.
                                              

10.Drink more water:Dehydration can cause problems with dry skin very easily so you'll want to be sure that you are drinking plenty of water. However, how much is the right amount depends on each individual. The recommended eight glasses is a starting point,but you might need more or you might need less.

Just follow these steps and your skin will be glowing in no time.