Getting your Dry Skin Facts Straight
If you have dry skin then you should consider the fact that it may be a sign of a more serious condition. Since it is such a common ailment, most people don’t concern themselves much when they notice they have dry skin. Most people will notice the appearance of dry patchy areas on their lower legs, arms, or flanks. This may be caused by changes in weather, diet, or drugs that you may be taking. Dry skin is produced when the skin quickly loses an excessive amount of moisture. In short, dry skin is caused by trans-epidermal water loss that increases as we age.
Why do I have Dry Skin?
Dry skin is caused by many factors. Below we mention a few:
Pregnancy - some level of dry (or itchy) skin can occur in pregnancy.
Eczema - is a chronic condition that makes your skin dry, red, and itchy. Sometimes it may even lead to a skin rash.
Vitamin A deficiency - Vitamin A deficiency also causes dry and rough skin, making it take into a kind of “goose flesh” appearance.
Dermatitis - Atopic dermatitis causes itchy, red, hot, dry, flaking skin. The most common areas affected are the skin creases such as the front of the elbows, the backs of the knees and wrists and the neck and face..
How to Treat Dry Skin Conditions
An oily cream or a dry skin moisturizer is used as an emollient in treating dry skin conditions; however, this may cause pores to clog and result in a whole new skin condition. The best choices in these situations are natural ingredients which are gentler and more effective than man-made moisturizers.
Using an air humidifier is also useful if you suffer from dry skin, especially during winter. A small humidifier on the side of your bed will help your skin to retain moisture, but make sure your bedroom door is closed to keep moisture in.
BIOBALM is a natural balm and adaptogen for the skin. It offers natural eczema relief and dermatitis treatment. It can be used as a night cream and helps heal other skin conditions such as psoriasis, skin rashes and rosacea.
- Cyntia Alleyne
