Dry skin is a normal affair for many, irrespective of gender and age. Dry skin, if persisting for a long time needs to be checked for an underlying condition. But the usual reasons for dry skin are lack of moisture, arid climates, heat showers, or harsh soaps and detergents that can be the cause of irritable skin conditions.
The symptoms of dry skin can vary from person to person:
- Cracked skin
- Itching
- Peeling and flaky skin
- Redness
- Skin that feels grey or ashy
- Skin feels tight just after a shower or wash.
If not taken care of it can worsen the condition and lead to eczema or dermatitis. There are many ways through which dry skin can be treated. There are household treatments which can help you with irritable skin.
This blog invites your attention to different remedies which can be a good cure for dry skin. Let us take a look at these tips.
Things to Take care of if you have dry skin - 10 Top Tips
1. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil has properties which have the ability to soothe and soften the skin. The coconut helps fill the gaps between the skin cells and creates a smooth surface.
Saturated fatty acids in coconut oil are the element that helps to soothe the skin. As there are no related side effects, coconut oil becomes a go-to substance even for sensitive skin. Coconut can be directly applied to the skin without the use of any other agents.
2. Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly is a type of mineral oil which easily helps in reducing the irritation and dryness of the skin. Abrasive household products are one of the reasons for having irritable or dry skin. Slathering petroleum jelly over sensitive skin areas helps in creating a barrier over the skin which protects it from abrasive chemical irritants. Petroleum jelly is easily available and, is an inexpensive and the safest option for treating dry skin.
3. Oatmeal Bath
Oatmeal bath is a very common treatment for dry skin; it is one of the most tried and tested versions for dry skin irritation. Oatmeal baths have antioxidant properties and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps relieve the constant itching which is part of the dry skin. Adding the ground oatmeal into lukewarm water and letting the oatmeal soak for 15 minutes and then pour it over the body will help in reducing the itching caused by dry skin.
4. Frequent cleaning
Dust mites are a common reason for dry skin. Vacuuming the beds, carpets and floors at regular intervals will help reduce the itchiness and redness caused by the dust and dust mites. Changing your bedding every two weeks will help dial down the irritation caused by dust on the bedding.
5. Antioxidants and Omega 3s
When your skin is constantly dry, it means that your skin cells are under constant exposure to chemical elements. Therefore the skin skills take even more time to get repaired because of the effect of abrasive elements and hot and humid temperatures. There are certain foods which can help repair the skin cells faster. These are foods rich in antioxidants like tomatoes, blueberries, carrots, beans, peas and lentils.
6. Gloves
If the cause of dry skin is because of dealing with abrasive chemicals and such substances, it is fitting to use hand gloves while dealing with such substances. These include soaps and laundry detergents. You can even use gloves while moving out even during the winter climate. This will help protect the hands against extreme temperatures.
7. Neem
Using neem paste over the irritated skin will help in bringing down the itchiness and redness of the skin. Neem paste can be made after boiling the neem leaves and letting them aside to cool. You can either use the neem water while taking a bath, or you can make a paste and apply it all over the body. Keep it for an hour and once it dries, rinse it off.
8. Chickpea
A chickpea mask is another ayurvedic remedy against dry skin. Mix the chickpea flour with turmeric and rose water. Mix them together in a bowl, and make a paste. Apply it over the body and let it dry for 20 minutes, and then rinse. Apply a non-fragrant moisturiser after rinsing.
9. Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe Vera gel has a cooling effect when applied to the affected area. It will reduce the dryness and itchiness of the skin. Cleanse the skin with rose water, And then apply aloe vera gel. Make sure you get the natural form of aloe vera. Apply it over the affected area and leave it out for 15 minutes. Rinse after. Follow it up with a moisturiser.
10. Adjust shower temperatures
Frequent baths in hot water can rip off the moisture from the skin. There are soaps which remove the moisture from the skin and make it extremely dry and prone to cracked and peeled skin. A simple step like changing showers from hot to cold and changing the soap can bring out extreme changes in how it affects your skin.
Having a good skin routine will help reduce the issue of dry skin and other such inflammations. Using sunscreen and moisturizer while moving out and even at home can bring visible changes in the texture of the skin. Adapt to these changes for glowing and less irritable skin.
Also read: HOME REMEDIES AND AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR PSORIASIS (SIDHMAM)
