my skin is already dry. and i am prone to inflammation. i have mild eczema and keratosis pilaris. this is a genetic condition where the hair follicles don't clear dead skin cells as they should. the result? i look like i have small goosebumps most of the time. on fair skinned people, it can appear like reddening around the hair follicle especially on the upper arms and top of the thighs. depending on how irritated my skin is it may be more or less noticeable. but this i know- winter time brings cold dry air, and my skin does not take a liking to cold dry air. so i need to pay special attention to my moisturizing strategy during the colder months. does this seem to be a problem for you too? well, this is my plan. maybe it will work for you:
-luke-warm showers: hot water is an irritant. it dissolves all the natural oils in the skin and sensitive skin responds by thickening itself to protect against further insult. the result- scaly, dry skin. luke-warm showers cut down on irritation and dryness. this is going to be hard because i LOVE my hot showers :(
-mild soap: if your skin is like mine, even the fragrance in shower gels and novelty toiletries can cause irritation. my dermatologist recommended dove beauty bar for sensitive skin. it is unscented and has the appropriate pH to prevent irritation.
-cream moisturizer: i was dismayed to find that regular lotion does not do the job for me. i have been a user of cetaphil moisturizing cream and it works wonders.
-drink more water: i believe that dry skin is a reflection of not only what you put on your body, but what you put in your body. when you drink more, that water distributes throughout the body and plums up your cells. this makes skin look more dewy and resilient.
how does your skin change during the winter months? what have you found that works for you?
**image from thebeautypot.com**
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