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Old 02-20-2009, 10:11 PM
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Default Tips for Caring for Dry Skin

Dry skin (or xerosis) has a low level of sebum, which is the skin's natural lubricant. As it does not have enough sebum, it dries out easily and is unable to retain the right amount of moisture needed for healthy skin.

Dry skin care is important as damaged and dry skin needs to receive the proper treatment. Dry skin lotions can help, but there are lots of other things people can do to minimize dry skin and the damage that it does.

People with dry skin may find their skin cracks and peels or becomes flaky. Dry skin may look parched and feel tight after washing. It can also become red, irritated and inflamed. Dry itchy skin is a common problem for people with dry skin. In extreme cases, there may be deep fissures that bleed.

Dry skin ages more quickly than other types of skin. Wrinkles and fine lines can often become a problem.
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Old 05-22-2009, 11:20 AM
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Signs of extreme drying include itchy, flaking skin that is rough to the touch, and uneven in appearance. This is skin that needs to be seriously cared for. Some tips to getting the best results out of your moisturizing skincare routine include:

* Apply moisturizer after bathing, while skin is still damp in order to slow down the rate at which the surface dries.

* Use heaviest products at night for maximum restorative care, while avoiding a greasy appearance during the day.

* Incorporate a sunscreen into your daily skincare, but continue taking care to avoid direct sun exposure, especially during peak hours (10am to 4pm).

* Avoid extreme temperatures and conditions indoors and out, as these cause stress on your dried skin.

* Bundle up, cover up, or otherwise protect yourself from sun and wind outdoors, taking extra special care in drying summer and winter weather.

* Bathe using cool to moderate temperature water only.

* Add moisture to your indoor environment with humidifiers, plants or even a soothing tabletop fountain.

Soap dries skin, so products must be chosen carefully to avoid any unwanted materials that will cause additional irritation. A milder cleanser used in combination with additional moisturizing creams will help ease your skin's cares and keep you looking and feeling your best.
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Old 10-15-2009, 03:08 PM
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I think you should apply milk, honey, gram powder with curd as it gives smoothness to the skin and gives the normal mositure to the dry skin. try these home remedies . It will give the best result to the dry skin.
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Old 01-05-2010, 11:45 AM
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Default Tips for Caring for Dry Skin

Well, my advice is to see a dermatologist if it is really that bad, but my skin is pretty dry, too, so I use a neutrogena moustrizer every morning and night. It could also possibly be a reaction to using a certain face wash, putting to many products on your face, or using something like a rapid zap acne cream too much.

Hope this helps and good luck!










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