Does anyone want to have a dry skin? I bet you will tell me, no, of course not. Well, this is one problem that people have to put up with especially on certain occasions; weather being the main culprit. This condition is characterized by scaling, itchiness and roughness and more prominent on the arms, lower extremities and the abdomen.
So what must be done to prevent and stop it? The winter months would normally bring about this problem. Summer months as well. My mother used to tell me to put baby oil all over my skin before patting it dry after a bath. And true enough, it gives you that shiny soft skin.
Some other points which I can suggest you to do are the following:
Drink plenty of water. Stick to the 8-10 glasses a day; this does the trick as it hydrates our whole body. This is equally important after doing exercises, like walking and aerobics.
Avoid staying too long in a bath or the water being too hot.
Pat your skin dry. Rubbing it will only damage your dermis.
Avoid using harsh soap and other products that will only lead to irritation.
Moisturize it but choose the best.
Eat green leafy vegetables as well as add fruits to your meals.
Avoid salty foods, carbonated drinks and caffeine.
In buying skin care products, you need to read the label as some ingredients can worsen the condition. Be sure that you do understand what are written. Nowadays, herbal products are calling the attention of many as it does yield a better result than the usual ones or the chemically-oriented goods. Aloe vera, cocoa butter and cucumber are just some of the herbal-based products which can be of a big help in alleviating this problem. So, the next time you buy, be sure that any of these three are included in the list of ingredients.
By following the above steps, you sure are an inch away to finally getting that beautiful, smoother and shiny skin you have always dreamed of.
