Dry skin is unpleasant and can result in some other problems such as flaking skin and blemishes. In this article, I am going to talk about a handful of reasons which could be the cause of your dry skin.
If you have dry skin then I think it's safe to say you've used a moisturizer before. The problem here is that you might be using a moisturizer that isn't really good, also you could be using it incorrectly. You need to use an thick and creamy moisturizer which has no alcohol or fragrances. You should use the moisturizer while your skin is still moist, after cleansing or bathing. Use the moisturizer before your skin dries out completely but not while it's still soaking wet.
Very hot showers or baths could also be the cause of your skin being dry. Hot water can wash the natural oils out of your skin. You should limit your time in showers and baths and use tepid to warm water rather than hot water. Even people with oily skin should avoid this.
If you are not properly hydrated then your skin can suffer. You do not need to go overboard and drink unnecessary volumes of water. This does not truly reduce the dryness of the skin beyond a certain level. Just make sure that you are consuming enough fluids every single day.
Cleaning your skin with soap causes it to dry up. Soap strips away the skins protective skin oils. You need to use a cleanser that does not contain alcohol or any added fragrances. Anything that leaves your skin feeling restricted after use is no good. You should look for cleansers that are labeled as moisturizing. An oil based cleanser is also something to keep an eye out for. If you have problems with dry skin, you should avoid using any hard and harsh scrubs on your skin.
Dry air sucks moisture from the skin. The air is even more dry during the winter time which is why the skin can feel even more dry during this time of year. To combat this problem, you should moisturize your skin more regularly. You could also use a humidifier to add some moisture into the air.
Exfoliating too frequently may cause your skin to dry. If you have dry skin then you should only exfoliate weekly or twice a week. Be sure not to use any facial scrubs with "organic exfoliants" in them.
