The much anticipated fall not only brings cinnamon scents and hot coffee delights, but also dry and itchy skin with its cold outbursts. Eczema is a common skin condition that develops in coldest winter months. There are several reasons for eczema skin, but with the right treatment and gentle care eczema skin can become better with time.
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6 Ways To Fight Eczema In Winters
If you are expecting eczema to develop these winters, here are certain modifications you can make in your daily skin care regime to avoid dry and flaky skin.
1. Invest In A Humidifier
The cool and dense air of winters strips off the natural moisture of your skin. If that’s not enough the warm blazing temperature inside your house will certainly suck all the left-over moisture on your skin. This is why the first thing that you should do is get a good humidifier. There are many eco-friend humidifiers you can find on the market which will regulate moisture in your space.
2. Minimize Long Hot Showers
The best feeling for winters is to stand under hot showers, but is that really good for your skin? Expert dermatologists say no. While adjusting your shower temperature to warm is good enough, a very hot shower can be damaging to your skin. Not only will it strip the natural moisture but it will also harm your skin elasticity and overall texture. In the worst cases, long hot shower can leave your skin blotchy and irritated. Always make sure you adjust to a suitable warm temperature especially if you have a dry skin. If you by all means must take a hot shower, make sure to minimize the time for showering.
3. Moisturize With A Thick Cream
Developing eczema is speaking volumes about your skin sensitivity which means it’s important for your skin to be treated inside out. Your skin barrier has been damaged enough for it to become sensitive and have dry patchy skin. It’s important to moisturize your skin at least twice a day. Whenever you take shower or wash your face, coating your skin with a good thick moisturizer will help retain the right moisture on your skin. Since eczema already makes your skin sensitive, you might want to avoid anything that is scented or has other chemical ingredients in it. You should also look for different cream textures, for example;
- Gel based moisturizers are a combination of mostly water and alcohol.
- Lotion based moisturizers are a combination of oil and water.
- Prescribed ointments are a combination of oil-based formula as the thickest form of moisture.
If you are looking for fast absorption, you may want to use gel based moisturiser. On the other hand, it is advised to use prescribed ointment for flaky skin. You may feel a little bit grease on your skin for a while, but rest assured it is for the best health of your skin.
4. Wear Natural Fabrics
Wool and polyester seem like the most favorable fabrics in harsh winters but it will only make you skin more sensitive. The best options if you have an eczema prone skin is to wear cotton, silk and cashmere. For extreme eczema conditions you should also change your sheets regularly. Using silk sheets may be the best option for skin concerns.
5. Avoid Any Irritants
You will be surprised how many irritants you will be able to find in your skin regime. Through severe conditions, simply avoid any scented formulas; perfumes, heavy scents, perfumed creams and lotions can actually trigger your kin sensitivity. Stick to eco-friendly laundry detergents, deodorants, skin oils, lotions etc. switch to organic products and DIYs as much as possible, the best thing your body needs will be natural ingredients.
6. Seek Medical Treatment For Your Eczema
When you are unable to break the ‘itch and scratch’ cycle of your skin, no matter how hard you try, then it is time you seek professional help immediately for your skin. Overlooking eczema can lead to serious skin inflammation problems. Topical ointment and special prescriptions might be required for the healing of the skin.
Other Ways You Can Help Your Eczema Skin
- Do not overdo exfoliation of your skin or else it will lead to seriously inflamed skin.
- Look out for moisture retaining ingredients in your daily skin care
- Eat supple and watery foods
- Stay as much hydrated as you can
Eczema can actually become a serious skin condition that needs to be dealt with as much care as possible. Healthwire hosts top skin specialists from all over Pakistan. You can now get in touch with one of them by booking an appointment for free through Healthwire.pk.
