Sunday, December 2, 2012

Some Tips to Fight the Dry Skin

Even though we live in warm tropical countries, but in reality most people active in the cold room by the air conditioning. This condition can cause dry skin, chapped, and itchy. As a workaround, see the tips from the American Academy of Dermatology for the skin to retain it moisture.


  1. Cold water bath
    Warm water bath can indeed create a relaxed, but warm water makes the skin more easily dried. This is because the  natural oils of  skins protective lost by the warm water. Therefore get used to bath with cold water. If you want to bath with warm water, wash quickly.

  2. Choose the soap
    Skin should feel soft and supple after bathing. If your skin feels even dry or interested, maybe you need to replace the soap. If your skin is quite dry, use the soap were added by moisturizers. Sometimes it may take a few trials before finding the right the soap. Get used to using the soap in some areas such as the face, armpits, legs, or around the thighs.

  3. Use a moisturizer
    The most appropriate time to use a moisturizer is after a bath when the skin is still moist so the humectant is easily absorbed and locked. Moisture in the form of cream is best for dry skin. If possible choose products whom free  of perfume. For the face, use a moisturizer that contained by vitamin C and E.

  4. Adequate water consumption
    Although not directly related, but the consumption of water can accelerate the metabolism and remove toxins so the body stay healthy and fit.

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