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Dry skin is caused by low levels of sebum, the skin’s natural moisturizer, and needs careful attention so that it does not become too dry and damaged, as this can cause flaking and cracking. Many women have skin ‘dry zones’, and these commonly occur on the face, arms, legs, feet and hands and there are many natural and synthetic moisturizers now on the market that can target these areas very successfully.

Do I have dry skin?
You can get dry skin at different times of your life, so you may not have dry skin all of the time, but commonly sebum production does decrease with age, so as you get older it is likely you will find that you skin does need more moisturizing. Common symptoms of dry skin are a tight, parched feeling after washing, redness, irritation, flaking and itching. Your feet and hands can often get very dry, especially in the winter and you may find the skin getting so dehydrated that painful cracks and fissures develop that can become sore and infected if left untreated.

What causes dry skin?
Some people naturally have dry skin, but certain factors can make the symptoms worse and these include extreme weather conditions (such as very cold winters), harsh soaps and cleansers that strip the skin of sebum and a poor diet low that is low in essential nutrients the body needs to produce sebum and keep the skin healthy. Smoking and excessive drinking can also exacerbate dry skin as well as some medications and conditions such as under active thyroid and diabetes.

Caring for Dry Skin
Dry skin can age much more quickly than healthy, hydrated skin so it is important to put in place a good skin care regime to tackle dry skin early on. You should avoid soaking in the bath for too long because this can actually cause the skin to become dehydrated, and you should only use warm water on your skin and avoid any hot or cold temperatures. Only use mild soaps, shampoos and cleansers on the skin, as these will not strip the skin too much of essential oils, and avoid washing dry areas too often and always moisturize after washing to prevent that tight, parched feeling. Be very gentle with dry skin and avoid scrubbing it dry, and pat down carefully with a dry soft towel instead, and when rubbing in skin care products use a gentle, massaging action.

Protect dry skin in extreme weather conditions by wearing sunscreen in the summer months and wrapping up in warm clothes in the winter.

Healthy Diet
A healthy diet is essential for skin health, as your body will need a certain amount of vitamins and minerals to maintain the delicate natural balance of the skin, and a poor diet can soon make your skin looked tired and dull, and can also exacerbate dryness.
Don’t forget to drink plenty of water as well, and hydrate your skin from the inside out.

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