CAUSES OF DRY SKIN AND EFFECTIVE
TREATMENTS WITH DERMASIL
Water
is the most drying influence on the human skin! Although it
sounds like it should help dry skin, it really washes off the
necessary skin oils that retain your skin's moisture. This
natural moisture makes the skin supple and soft. The repeated
cleansing removes skin's natural oil layer, allowing
evaporation of skin's water, which, in turn, leaving it dry.
Xerosis was not a problem until recent year because people did
not bath or shower as often.
Other
causes of dry skin include;
- Anti-bacterial
soaps
- Laundry
detergents
- Itchy
clothing
WHAT
IS XEROTIC ECZEMA?
 Dry
skin is Xerosis or Xerotic Eczema. This is a term derived from
the Greek word “Xeros" meaning “Dry." It should not be
confused with "Psoriasis" another more serious skin disease,
or "Cirrhosis" a disease of the liver.
Xerosis
is a very common, non-infectious condition which occurs with
greater frequency during the Fall and Winter months of the
year, usually because of the low himidity and most of all, too
frequent bathing. In fact, excess bathing is the most frequent
cause of skin dryness and itching. During cooler weather and
perious of excess bathing, the skin dries out progressively.
Xerosis has even gained the nickname “Winter |tch" due its
worsening nature during the Winter. Xerosis is usually found
in areas of the body where oil glands are not numerous such as
the arms, legs and trunk area.
This
problem is by no means confined to one age group or sex. It is
found in young children, teenagers, middle -aged, and the
elderly.
Generally, however, the older you are, the more prone you are
to dry skin.
HOW TO HELP TREAT DRY SKIN
So
what can you do about your dry skin?
Prevent
baths and showers from making dry skin worse;
- Reduce
the amount of times you bathe per week.
- Limit
the time you spend bathing to 5 or 10 minutes.
- Use
warm water instead of hot water.
- Apply
only the necessary amoutn of cleanser to remove dirt and
oil, avoid using so much that you see a thick lather.
- Blot
your skin gently with a towel when drying.
- Apply
moisturizer while damp.
Wear
Gloves. Hands are often the first place people notice dry
skin. You can reduce dry hands by putting on gloves before
you;
- Go
outdoors in Winter.
- Perform
tasks that require you to get your hands wet.
- Perform
tasks that involve chemicals, greases, and other substances
on your hands.
Stay
warm without getting up close to a fireplace or other heat
source.
Add
moisture to the air by using a humidifier.
If
nothing you have tried has helped make your skin feeling
better be sure to see a dermatologist. Extremely dry skin can
require a prescription. Dry skin can also be a sign of another
skin condition that needs treatment. A dermatologist can
examine your skin and explain what you can do to help reduce
your discomfort. Frequently
Asked Dry Skin Questions
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