During the cold months of the year is when many people experience "winter itch," caused by dry, flaky skin.
How To Avoid Winter Itch:
* Moisturize daily. Cream moisturizers are best for normal to dry skin. A moisturizer without perfume or lanolin is best for sensitive skin.
* Don't overdo skin cleansing. Once a day is sufficient to wash your face, hands, feet and between the folds of your skin. You can rinse your trunk, arms and legs daily, but don't use cleanser or soap on these areas every day. Too much cleansing removes the skin's natural moisturizers.
* If you have winter itch, take short, lukewarm showers or baths and use non-irritating, non-detergent-based cleansers. Immediately after your shower or bath, apply a water-in-oil-type moisturizer and gently pat your skin dry.
* Household humidifiers can help prevent dry skin.
* Protect yourself from the wind by covering your face and using a natural oil based lip balm.
* Try to avoid extreme cold, which can cause frostbite or skin disorders in some people.
* Protect your skin from the sun. Winter sun can be as dangerous as summer sun. Use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or greater.
* Twenty to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a week can give your skin a healthy glow.
* If you have persistent dry skin, itching or scaling, see your dermatologist.
How To Avoid Winter Itch:
* Moisturize daily. Cream moisturizers are best for normal to dry skin. A moisturizer without perfume or lanolin is best for sensitive skin.
* Don't overdo skin cleansing. Once a day is sufficient to wash your face, hands, feet and between the folds of your skin. You can rinse your trunk, arms and legs daily, but don't use cleanser or soap on these areas every day. Too much cleansing removes the skin's natural moisturizers.
* If you have winter itch, take short, lukewarm showers or baths and use non-irritating, non-detergent-based cleansers. Immediately after your shower or bath, apply a water-in-oil-type moisturizer and gently pat your skin dry.
* Household humidifiers can help prevent dry skin.
* Protect yourself from the wind by covering your face and using a natural oil based lip balm.
* Try to avoid extreme cold, which can cause frostbite or skin disorders in some people.
* Protect your skin from the sun. Winter sun can be as dangerous as summer sun. Use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or greater.
* Twenty to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a week can give your skin a healthy glow.
* If you have persistent dry skin, itching or scaling, see your dermatologist.
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