Dry skin is very common in the
cold winter months. Winter weather brings wonderful holiday cheer, but it also
makes dry skin even drier. And not just the skin on face either! The skin on
the rest of your body gets dry to the point that it itches non-stop.
If you are constantly asking
yourself "why is my skin so dry?" and you want to know how to fix it,
here are the things you can do to keep your skin healthy and moisturized year
round:
How
to get rid of Dry Itchy Skin in Winter
Put
Hand Lotion by Each Sink
With as many times as you wash
your hands during the day, no wonder they are parched, dry and possibly
cracking. Luckily for you, this is an easy fix. Every time you wash your hands,
dry them off and apply a pump of hand lotion. It may take a little while to get
used to the added step, but your hands will thank you for it when they go from
dry to moisturize around the clock. And don't forget to add a travel-size
bottle in your handbag for on-the-go washings out in the public.
Vaseline
Works Wonders
Vaseline isn't really the
high-end pampering product you might want to buy, but Vaseline can be a
skin-saver for dry skin in the winter months. There are so many uses for
Vaseline as well. For extremely cracked hands and feet, apply and then put on
cotton socks and gloves. Doing this will give immediate results.
Drink
lots of water
Water flushes toxins from your
system and carries nutrients to your cells. This helps to prevent dry skin by
keeping your skin nourished and hydrated. You should aim to drink at least two
liters of water per day.
Eat
fresh fruit and vegetables
A healthy and balanced diet will
help your skin by providing the vitamins and nutrients that the body needs to
stay healthy and hydrated. Try to eat at least 2 portions of green, leafy
vegetables and 2 portions of seasonal fruits daily. Fruit and veg with a
high-water content, such as watermelon, broccoli and tomatoes, are especially
good for hydration.
Avoid
excessive bathing
Do not shower or wash your face
too much, as this will dry out your skin. In order to avoid dryness, you should
limit your bathing to just one bath or shower a day. You should also avoid
steaming your skin and washing with water that is too hot. Use warm or lukewarm
water so hydration isn't stripped from your skin. Water that's too hot tends to
wash away your skin's protective lipid barrier. For the same reason, you should
also avoid taking long showers or baths.
Wear
sunscreen
If you spend a lot of time
outdoors, it's imperative that you protect your face with a cream or
moisturizer that contains an SPF of 15 or higher. This will protect the
sensitive skin on your face from damaging sun rays, which cause burns, sun
spots and even wrinkles. Remember that you can burn your skin all year round,
so sunscreen isn't just for summer!
Get
a humidifier
A warm mist humidifier is great
for the winter, especially if you have sinus congestion, but a cool mist
humidifier is good too. Humidifiers are great for adding moisture back into the
air so the air doesn't pull moisture out of your skin. Make sure you clean
humidifiers and take care of them properly to prevent bacterial growth.
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