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During the cold
months of the
year is when
many people
experience
"winter itch,"
caused by dry,
flaky skin.
How To Avoid
Winter Itch:
*
Moisturize
daily. Cream
moisturizers are
best for normal
to dry skin. A
moisturizer
without perfume
or lanolin is
best for
sensitive skin.
* Don't
overdo skin
cleansing. Once
a day is
sufficient to
wash your face,
hands, feet and
between the
folds of your
skin. You can
rinse your
trunk, arms and
legs daily, but
don't use
cleanser or soap
on these areas
every day. Too
much cleansing
removes the
skin's natural
moisturizers.
* If you
have winter
itch, take
short, lukewarm
showers or baths
and use
non-irritating,
non-detergent-based
cleansers.
Immediately
after your
shower or bath,
apply a
water-in-oil-type
moisturizer and
gently pat your
skin dry.
*
Household
humidifiers can
help prevent dry
skin.
* Protect
yourself from
the wind by
covering your
face and using a
natural oil
based lip balm.
* Try to
avoid extreme
cold, which can
cause frostbite
or skin
disorders in
some people.
* Protect
your skin from
the sun. Winter
sun can be as
dangerous as
summer sun. Use
a sunscreen of
SPF 15 or
greater.
* Twenty
to 30 minutes of
aerobic exercise
three times a
week can give
your skin a
healthy glow.
* If you
have persistent
dry skin,
itching or
scaling, see
your
dermatologist.
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