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Dry SkinDry skin becomes the more common problem as skin ages, especially after the menopause when sebaceous output drops and skin loses its integral ability to retain moisture. A tendency to have dry skin is inherited, although central heating, air conditioning and temperature oscillation don't help skin retain moisture. Ultraviolet light also disrupts cellular cohesion, unpicking the light, defensive mesh of cells in the epidermis, so that moisture can escape. As a result the skin's surface becomes flaky and lines more ingrained. Dermatologists urge that it is vital to keep dry skin adequately moisturized to prevent it from developing sensitivities. An excessively dry skin could be an early warning of atopic eczema, warns Dr Ian White, consultant dermatologist at St Thomas's Hospital, London. Gentle exfoliation - AHA products help here too - keep the surface smooth and receptive to moisture. Creams don't have to be greasy to work well; choose a cream with a texture that (eels comfortable. Lanolin is often used in skin clinics as an excellent therapy for chronically dry skin. Humidifiers also help prevent dry, itchy skin. Dry Skin: Overly dry skin may be an early sign of eczema. Causes of Dry Flaky Skin
Homemade solutions to flaky skinUse a deep-cleansing honey and almond moisturizing clay mask once a week after exfoliating. This helps maintain a clear complexion and honey and almond moisturizing face mask is particularly good for mature, sensitive, or dry skin. |
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