Feb. 01, 2019
There is an effective way to combat dry skin this winter–and year-round–-use a moisturizer.
Many things can cause dry skin, including weather, central heating, hot baths and showers, and harsh soaps and detergents. Medical conditions also can cause dry skin, such as diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disorder, and eczema. Applying a moisturizer can help relieve and prevent dry skin, protect sensitive skin, improve skin tone and texture, and prevent infections.
Selecting the most effective moisturizer depends on many factors, including a person’s skin type, age, and whether a specific health condition exists.
The Mayo Clinic offers the following recommendations for using a moisturizer based on skin type:
The National Eczema Association’s “Soak and Seal” method is recommended by many healthcare providers to combat dry skin. The process is as follows:
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