Home Remedies for Dry Flaky Skin

About ninety percent of adults and teenagers have dry flaky skin (Specially on the face). Usually, dry and flaky skin is combined with oily skin making it more challenging to treat and manage.  People who have dry skin usually feel a tight sensation on the face after washing. During cold weather, they would require constant moisturizing or else they will have major breakouts on their skin. Their skin surface is rough and has no pores. Small lines can be found around the mouth and eye area.

What Causes Dry Flaky Skin?

There are many reasons why people have dry skin. One is constant exposure to the sun. The sun has ultraviolet rays (UVA, UVB), which directly attack the collagen in the dermis below the skin’s surface. The result is a loss of elasticity, resilience and moisture of the skin. Therefore, the greater the exposure to the sun bigger the damage it does to the skin. Another cause of dry flaky skin is the use of soaps. Although soap contains substances that remove grime, oil and dirt which is needed for hygienic purposes, it also strips the skin of its natural moisture called lipids. Most people don’t moisturize after they take a bath or wash their face, which is essential in replacing lipids in the skin. There are many ways to prevent dry flaky skin.

Cold Rinse

There is truth to the beauty secret that a cold rinse is good for you. After a bath, rinse off with cold water. This stimulates the nerves surrounding the pores to help produce new cells, which promote better lipid production. In addition, new cells will give the skin a refreshed and youthful glow. Hot water can dry up the skin and break your capillaries.

Skin-Friendly Formulas

Silica and formulas containing silica have been proven effective in the prevention and repair of dry flaky skin. This, plus vitamins C, E and aloe Vera, make a good skin lotion which will moisturize your skin effectively.

Tapping Massage

This kind of massage is designed to stimulate the face in order to encourage healthier circulatory and nervous system functions. Try tapping your face while applying your moisturizer. Tapping will activate the skin’s eliminatory and moisturizing role. Use the second and third fingers of both hands and hold the pressure for ten seconds in each tap.

Your dermatologist can analyze and efficiently diagnose your skin for you. A visit to the dermatologist can help you in planning your skin care regimen. Remember to see the doctor if you think that the dryness is abnormal and is causing discomfort.