Winter and skin diseases

Written By طقس العرب on 2021/01/30

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

Arab Weather - Dry skin in the winter is a problem for many people, especially in the areas of the hands, lips and face, where it becomes cracked, and its proportions vary from person to person, according to the type and nature of the skin. Dehydration may be more bothersome for women than for men.

In order for a person to avoid this disease and protect his skin in the winter season, specialists advise to follow the following methods when the winter gets cold:

Bathing :

One of the most important factors in caring for your skin is to shower once a day. And it should be done in the winter, too. And always remember this winter skin care information when you start taking a "shower":

Reduce the use of soap, and when you want to use it, it is preferable to use a gentle soap (not strong), and it is better to use antiseptic detergents, especially those that contain a PH5.5 level just like the level of skin moisture, which is very useful. Avoid dry soaps (containing colors and scents).
Apply moisturizing cream immediately after showering and drying, as this helps retain moisture in the body.
Use lukewarm water.
Moisturizing: Choosing a good moisturizer is one of the most important steps in winter skin care. Your choice of moisturizer depends on your skin type and age. And if you have certain conditions such as acne, normal skin is one that is neither very dry nor very oily, but achieves balanced natural hydration. And with this type of skin it is preferable to use a water-based moisturizer because it gives a slight moisturizing feeling. These moisturizers usually contain lightweight fats such as acetyl alcohol, or ingredients derived from silicon, such as cyclomethylone.

Eczema, psoriasis and allergies

In order for dry skin to regain moisture, doctors recommend a moisturizer with a heavy greasy base that contains urea or propylene glycol , which are chemicals that help maintain skin moisture, and heavy fats are preferred in this case because they have greater staying power than creams, except that they are more effective in preventing Water from evaporation from the epidermis.

As for oily skin , it is prone to acne. Although it is oily, it still needs moisture, especially after using skin care products that remove oils and dry the skin . In addition, a mild moisturizer can help protect the skin after a shower.

Sensitive skin is prone to irritants, redness, itching and rashes. It is therefore recommended to use a moisturizer that does not contain allergens , such as artificial colors or scents, and is designed for sensitive skin.

To get the most moisture, the specialists advise the following :

Use a moisturizer that suits your skin type and makes you feel soft. You may need to try several different vehicles before you find what you want.
Remember that cost has no specific relationship to potency. An expensive moisturizer does not mean that it is more effective than a cheap product.
Apply moisturizer immediately after showering, pat dry skin, then apply moisturizer immediately to help retain water in the surface of the skin.
Apply moisturizer to your hands and body as often as needed. Applying after showering and before exercising outside the home in cold weather, and every time you wash your hands ... your hands are more exposed to chemicals and soap than any part of the body.
Do not use any heavy creams on your face. And if you do not have severe dryness, you can use the cream with an oily and heavy base on your feet, legs and hands, because these places are much drier.

Lips, hands, and face

These specialists also recommend using a humidifier at home, which is an electrical device that spreads water mist, whether cold or hot, to give or maintain moisture in the place.

The average humidity in the home should be between 40 and 50 percent.

It is also preferable to keep the house temperature between 68 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Lip care:

Cracked lips occur in all seasons of the year, bearing in mind that winter is the season in which this phenomenon occurs most .

Cracked lips cause excruciating, embarrassing pain for some and uncomfortable and affect the way we speak, eat and drink .

There are many methods of treatment for chapped lips, and these products contain ingredients that help treat chapped lips, such as skin protection products, moisturizers, pain relievers, and sunscreen products. And lip balms contain petrolatum, cocoa butter and beeswax .

Dry hands:

Here, doctors recommend moisturizing the lips, which makes them moist and prevents them from drying out. Here are the three characteristics of a good lip balm :

Has good moisturizing properties.
To be a barrier and protect the lips from air.
It contains vitamin E to give good elasticity.

Hand and finger care:

One of the great problems of winter is dry hands and cracked fingers . The problem is worse if a person does a lot of housework, or if his work requires contact with water or chemicals for long periods of time. The frequent use of water makes the skin lose its moisture quickly .

Therefore, doctors advise to dry the hands gently with a towel immediately after washing them, and to use a cream to protect the hands and fingers from the dry and cold weather in the winter, and they recommend using creams, not "lotions" because it is absorbed into the skin quickly, and this will lose the required protective barrier.

Nail Care:

Doctors recommend keeping the fingernails moist and preventing them from breaking.

One of the important steps in winter nail care is to reduce exposure to water . The less exposure to water whenever it best.

It is also recommended to wear protective gloves while doing housework. And putting a nail brace after making sure that it is not formed as a barrier, preventing water from reaching during ablution. And take nails strengthening vitamins containing calcium and biotin .

hair care:

If there is an excessive increase in the secretion of sebum in the scalp and dandruff, the specialists advise using medicinal shampoos that help alleviate the condition, and choose shampoos that do not cause dryness of the scalp.

Sunscreen:

Don't forget to use sunblock, even if there are clouds. Sunlight penetrates the clouds and reaches you. So keep using sunscreen that contains SPF20 or more, which protects against UVA and UVB rays, and this is an important step in your daily skincare regime.

And in winter, skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic allergy and acne are common, and it is recommended here to treat quickly, making the effects less and the response faster.