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When it comes to skin, there’s never a one-size-fits-all solution.
Skin types can range from oily and acne-prone to sensitive and dry.
When in doubt, here’s what your dry patches might be trying to tell you.
More often than not, your body is reacting to a dry climate.
Wintertime is notorious for decreased humidity, and indoor artificial heating only worsens the problem.
Reintroduce moisture into your home with the help of a humidifier.
If you have lots of square footage, think about investing in more than one.
Barring a particularly cold winter season, opt for blankets and fuzzy socks rather than central heating.
Reexamine your skincare routine
Build your skincare routine around dry skin.
If you’re experimenting with new skincare ingredients, take your time to research proper software techniques.
When it comes to hyaluronic acid, improper use will negate its many benefits.
Finally, high-coverage foundation or concealer won’t stick to dry patches.
Instead, rely on tinted moisturizers.
Cut back on those hot showers
Got dry patches?
You might be spending too much time in the shower.
Prolonged exposure to water, especially hot water, will suck those natural oils straight out of your skin.
Though it might not be the most comfortable solution, start by turning down the water temperature.
At the very least, a cold blast will jolt you out of the shower.
After you’re done bathing, take care to rehydrate your body.
Best of all, this product can be used on the face and body.
You might be getting too much sun exposure
Never underestimate the importance of sunscreen.
For most people, about 12 teaspoon of SPF 30 or higher does the trick.
Apply your facial sunscreen right after your go-to moisturizer to prevent your dry patches from growing.
Similarly, psoriasis leads to flaky patches that require prescription ointments.
In the meantime, focus on giving your body the nutrients it needs to heal.
In addition, shellfish and beans are both packed with zinc, a nutrient with impressive anti-inflammatory properties.
Finally, mash up avocados on toast to get those omega-3s.
