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Dry Skin

What is dry skin?

Dry skin (known as xeroderma, or xerosis for extremely dry skin) is a common occurrence that affects everyone at some point in their lives (especially during winter months). It happens when the skin loses too much water or oil. Dry skin can be uncomfortable to live with, but it is important to remember that there are creams and treatments that can be done to overcome this dryness. Dry skin can look and feel cracked, rough, tight, flaky, and scaly, and it can appear anywhere on the body. Although, dry skin is usually harmless, if it is severely dry, it can become fragile and crack easily, turning into a painful sore and a potential infection risk. If this happens, it is important to see a doctor or skincare specialist to discuss a treatment plan to get this dry skin under control.

What causes dry skin?

Severely dry skin can come in the form of many types, and by pinpointing the cause of dry skin, it can change how it is treated.

Heat

Caused by central heating, fireplaces and wood-burning stoves that reduce the humidity in the air, and causes water loss in the skin.

Environment

Living in a cold, windy environment, or low humidity climates can cause water loss – in the winter months, dry skin is much more prevalent.

Hot Baths

Bathing in hot water, scrubbing the skin or using harsh soaps, can remove the natural oils and moisture from the skin, causing irritation and dry skin.

Ageing

As we age, our skin thins, and produces less of the oils needed to retain water.
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Occupation

Some professions can increase the likelihood of dry skin, especially if you work outdoors, with chemicals that can cause irritation, or wash your hands very frequently. Professions that can increase the likelihood of dry skin include hair stylists, health care professionals, builders or farmers.

Conditions that may cause dry skin

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How to try and prevent dry skin

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SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser – specifically formulated for dry and sensitive skin, it hydrates and comforts dry and tight skin, smoothing any rough surface texture, and yet still gentle enough to reduce irritation.

OBAGI Hydrate Facial Moisturiser – formulated to provide long-lasting hydration to the skin and soothe dry, flaky skin using naturally derived ingredients like shea butter, mango butter and avocado oil.

SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 – this will replenish the skin with moisture to leave the skin feeling refreshed and smooth. It contains hyaluronic acid that is a natural humectant capable of holding one thousand times its own weight in water.

Environ A, C and E Body Oil – formulated to moisturise effectively and encourage healthy, radiant and smooth skin appearance.

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