SkinRevitalizer

Dry skin is a common condition that can be caused by a series of different factors. Genetics obviously play an important role in which type of skin you have, however, your dry skin could be a result of other situations such as weather, air conditioning and central heating, excessive bathing and even some illnesses.

For the most part, however, dry skin is not a serious condition. However, it can be uncomfortable (especially if you have a dry face) and unsightly, especially if it presents with dry patches. If you have regular or seasonal dry skin, you should adopt a skin care routine specially designed to treat this problem.

If your skin does not respond to the following treatment, or you have really dry skin, you should seek professional assistance as soon as possible.

In order to help keep your skin healthy, no matter which type of skin you have, you need to find and maintain a proper cleansing routine. A dry skin care routine needs to include a series of particular products and methods. Adopting the right habits can make a huge difference in your skin’s health.

Cleanse with Soothing Products

Most cleansing products out there come in two forms: foaming and cream. People with dry skin should use a cream cleanser. These products help remove dirt without stripping away moisture or sebum.

Be wary of soapy cleansers because they are known to contain harsh ingredients that will dry out your skin. Once the water has evaporated, your skin will be left feeling dry.

Follow Cleansing with Toning

Once you’ve cleansed, you might want to use a toner. This step will help you remove any leftover product or debris. When choosing a toner for dry skin, you should opt for an alcohol-free product.

However, if you have purchased a good cleanser and make-up remover, you can skip this step.

Moisturizing is Essential to Dry Skin Care

Moisturizing is the most important part of dry skin care. Don’t forget, your type of skin lacks water moisture not sebum, so you should take your time when choosing a moisturizer.

For dry skin, moisturizers should be thick and creamy. If you are uncertain about your current moisturizer, you can place some cream on the palm of your hand and quickly turn it over. If the cream drips, it is too runny for your skin.

Also, make sure that you choose products that are free of alcohol and fragrances. Products that consider alcohol or fragrances as one of their ingredients are not recommended for dry skin or any other type of skin. This is mostly due to the fact that both of these ingredients contribute to dry skin and possible skin irritation. Fortunately, there are a wide range of products that are fragrance and alcohol free.

Even though dry skin requires thicker products, you should avoid any that contain mineral oil or other petroleum derivatives. These ingredients can easily lead to problems such as acne because they quickly clog open pores. There are other beneficial ingredients that do not clog pores and are effective humectants.

Snail serum is a revolutionary natural ingredient that should be part of all dry skin creams. This natural ingredient is a great addition to natural moisturizers and skin care lotions that are especially geared towards treating drier skin types. Its list of benefits is long and includes the ability of helping regenerate damaged skin and promoting the production of fibroblasts. In addition to snail serum, BIOBALM contains strawberry seed oil to help relieve dry skin while having a pleasant scent.

- Aileen Fitzharris

People who suffer from very dry skin can be experiencing a potentially dangerous skin problem. In order to keep a relatively common occurrence from becoming a full blown crisis you need to establish a good skin care plan. The first step is to establish your cleansing routine.

Dry and sensitive skin are very treatable conditions, and the appropriate cleansing routine can help keep them under control. First, make sure you purchase a cream cleanser that is alcohol and fragrance free. This way your skin will not dry out from washing nor will it get irritated due to unnecessary scents and fillers.

Next, find an alcohol free toner to help remove any excess oil, debris, or make that the cleanser did not eliminate. Once you’ve completed the first two steps, make sure to follow up with the appropriate moisturizer for your skin type. If need be, you can reapply moisturizer during the day.

If your skin is still dry, irritated and/or develops rashes, you may want to try a few changes in your daily habits. In fact, a complete skin rash rescue plan requires you make some routine adjustments.

You should keep an eye on your alcohol, caffeine, and soda intake. All of these drinks will dehydrate your skin and make it promote to itchiness and possible rashes. Giving them up will also help you improve your overall health.

Also control the amount of refined sugar or salt that you intake. If you have a hard time giving up salt, there are some flavor enhancers that can help you eliminate your salt consumption. These enhancers are pepper, ginger, and lemon juice. Substitute sugar for honey or another natural sweetener.

During winter you should bundle up to keep the wind from drying out your skin. Use a humidifier and stay away from open flames. It is also a good idea to use a sensitive skin balm to help moisturize and soothe extra dry skin.

During the summer, moderate your time in the water. Both the salt from the ocean and the chlorine from the pool, act as dehydrating agents. If you do go into the water, make sure that you rinse off with fresh water as soon as possible.

Another good tip is to exfoliate gently during summer and winter. This action will remove dead skin cells and prepare the skin to be moisturized.

Lastly, change your wardrobe. This doesn’t mean you should throw all your clothing, instead, replace the itchier clothing for softer versions.

For example, wool is a very irritating fiber. However, you can replace it with cashmere garments. Clothing made with polyester and polyblends can be replaced with high quality cotton.

If you want to treat your skin with a gentle treatment then you should try BIOSKINBALM. It is a dry skin care cream that contains an amazing natural ingredient: snail serum. This ingredient helps create a cream that is both soothing for dry and sensitive skin, and does not cause any unwanted side effects. It is also an excellent treatment for other dry skin problems such as eczema & dermatitis.

- Grant Ferns