Pham Dinh Vien

Dry body skin is a tiny problem that affects people with a genetic predisposition for it. According to hereditary factors, the oil glands in the skin will produce more or less sebum as a form of protection for the body against external factors. Dry body skin is specific to people of all ages, from babies to the elderly with the mention that small children and old people are more prone to skin dryness. There is a very simple explanation behind it: babies have a very sensitive dermis with immature protection layers, which makes them more vulnerable to the environment. With the elderly, dry body skin is explained by the reduced functions of the skin that decay because of age.

If dry body skin is a natural condition – which means that it is not triggered by a dermatological illness – then the remedies are manifold and very easy to use. Moisturizers are the main help in the fight against dry skin, but their efficiency is increased or decreased by the cleaning products used as well as by the hygiene routine specific for every person. Normally, body lotions should be applied after showering or bathing when the skin is still damp. Plus, it is advisable to spend less time in water because it aggravates dryness.

Dry body skin gets worse during the cold season or after sun exposure. In winter creamier skin lotions should be applied, but their application can also be supported by the use of natural products available around the house. Thus, a very efficient treatment for dry body skin is cold-pressed olive oil, coconut or almond oil rubbed or massaged into the skin. They are the preferable alternative to body lotions because of their purity. Nevertheless, while body lotions may contain fragrance or chemicals, they are not as messy as natural essential oils. Yet, it’s your choice first and foremost!

As for sun exposure, although it doesn’t sound very well or pleasant, sun bathing should be avoided when you have dry body skin. Even if you go to the beach or lie around the swimming pool, it is imperative to use a very powerful sunscreen lotion with a high sun protection factor. The main consequence of the sun exposure when you have dry body skin is an even higher dryness with premature aging, blisters formation and rapid skin decay. Last but not least, it is worth mentioning the fact that dry body skin is specific to all races and to both genders, hence, you’d better not ignore it!

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