Even with the rain slowing down and taking a break, the weather, especially at night, remains cold and dry and the skin is not having any of it. Because of the cold, we tend to opt for a hot bath, which if done regularly affects the skin too.
With our fluctuating humidity, it is no surprise when the skin around the face, hands and other parts of the body begin to peel, especially among people with really extremely dry skin. While there is nothing to fear as a peeling skin can be repaired on its own, there are other harsher factors that must be looked into.
Factors that can cause the skin to peel:
● Dry skin
● Sunburn
● Eczema
● Psoriasis
● Seborrheic dermatitis
● Genetic disease
● Hypothyroidism
● Medications
● Cancer, etc.
How to stop and protect your skin from peeling:
1. Don’t be stingy with your moisturizer
While washing can add moisture to your skin, a moisturizer will lock the effects. Moisturizer acts as a protective barrier for your skin, keeping it hydrated and healthy. So, do not be stingy or frugal with the amount you use. Rub it generously on your skin.
2. Avoid harsh detergents
You undoubtedly have to wash your clothes and clean your house, which means you have to come in contact with detergents and soaps. If you notice that every time you use a particular detergent in washing and your hands starts peeling, then it’s time to change soap until you find one suitable for your skin. If you use bleach frequently, wear gloves.
3. Use medications
While it might be tempting to buy tubes off the counter at a cosmetic or pharmacy store, it is more important to get a prescription from the dermatologist and know precisely what works for your skin. Antibacterial soaps, deodorant soaps, and skincare products that contain alcohol should be avoided as they can make your skin drier.
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4. Home remedies
There are different types of home remedies for peeling skins with lots of YouTube videos telling you how to apply it. We have the likes of aloe vera, honey, shea butter, etc. They help keep your skin moisturized and return to its healthy states. Honey, according to Beaucrest, also moisturizes the skin but goes further to soothe irritation and reactions.
5. Stay away from skin irritants
Use mild and gentle skincare products as opposed to harsh products with names you can’t even pronounce. This can also protect you from skin cancer.
6. You don’t have to bath four times a day
Bathing twice a day is all you need. It is also recommended by dermatologists to take shorter showers and use lukewarm or warm water instead of hot water. Though the steam from a shower can open up your pores, it can also dry out your skin.
7. Stay hydrated
What is there to say other than to drink fluid? While you are working on the outside, you must work the insides too. Stay hydrated.
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