Dry Skin
Overview
In medical terms, dry skin is known as xerosis, and it is not only related to water or hydration. Your skin naturally produces oils and a adequate balance is necessary to maintain a proper skin moisture.
That is why dry skin can be caused by many factors including: hormonal changes, menopause, andropause, diuretic medication, and topical medications as retinoids among others.
That is why dry skin can be caused by many factors including: hormonal changes, menopause, andropause, diuretic medication, and topical medications as retinoids among others.
What causes Dry Skin?
Most common causes of dry skin include:
- Harsh skin products and detergents.
- Certain medications, and some illnesses
- Eczema or psoriasis can make the skin prone to dryness
- Incorrect makeup, excessive washing, inadequate moisturization
- Changes in the weather, like in winter, when the temperature drops
- Space heaters, wood-burning stoves, and fireplaces reduce humidity and dry your skin
How to Get Rid of Dry Skin?
Here are some tips to get rid of dry skin:
- Medical-grade moisturizing skin care products specifically made for dry skin types. For example, topical hyaluronic acid such as found in B-5 Hydrating Gel from SkinCeuticals, penetrate into the skin and attract moisture.
- Identify the cause of your dry skin and optimize hormones with a comprehensive medical evaluation.
- Wash your face, pat dry, and apply a moisturizer immediately to trap water in the skin.
- If retinoids (prescription), retinaldehyde or retinols (in anti-aging skin care products) are used, start with one pea sized amount, two to three nights per week. Only build up after a few weeks, once you tolerate the redness and dryness effect. This way you can also combat acne, wrinkles, and sun damage effectively in the long term.
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