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Usually, dry skin is not serious. There are various factors that cause dry skin like excessive hot and cold water or moisture level in the air. Whatever is the reason, but dry skin can be very uncomfortable. There are many skin care tips for dry skin, but before that let us understand what dry skin is?

Dry Skin is also known as Xerosis, is skin that lacks moisture in its outer layer. Taking care of dry skin is very important. If it is left untreated can even cause infection and various other skin problems. You can do a lot of improvement in dry skin on your own. In some cases when the condition becomes very severe, you may need to visit a doctor. In this article, I will discuss some home remedies.

Symptoms Of Dry Skin.

• Roughness
• Redness
• Itching
• Cracking(Sometimes may even lead to bleeding)
• Fine Lines
• Tightness

Possible Cause Of Dry Skin

Dry Skin is often the result of weather conditions. But there are also some other reasons that cause dry skin.

• Chemical Soap and detergent.
• Harsh water
• Frequent washing
• Unbalanced diet
• Age is also a factor
• Dehydration
• Hot bath
• People with some skin conditions,like eczema or psoriasis.

Prevention Of Dry Skin

• Avoid sun exposure.
• Proper cleaning of skin.
• Moisture dry skin.
• Reduce hot bath time.
• Your detergent should be free from dyes.
• Don’t rub your skin too hard when using towel.
• Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated.
• Try to cover your skin in winter or windy weather.
• Put on rubber gloves when imersing your hands in water or using harsh chemical.
• Exfoliate your dry skin atleast two times a week.
• Eat healthy diet.

Some home remedies to care dry skin

• Rose water
• Sunflower seed oil
• Coconut oil
• Petroleum Jelly
• Oatmeal bath
• Honey
• Avocado oil
• Aloevera
• Milk

Rose Water

Rosewater has anti-inflammatory properties. It gives you long-lasting moisturization. Rosewater is gentle on your skin, it will feel cool. After continuous use, you notice a relief in irritation and rashes.

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower oil helps the skin retain water and provides moisturization. It is full of anti-oxidant, Vitamin E.Vitamin A, Vitamin D and Vitamin K.Sunflower oil can protect your skin from environmental damage.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer for ages and is easily available. It is very gentle so can also use it on sensitive parts. It contains emollient properties. Emollient is fat that moisture your skin by feeling gaps in the skin and hence makes it smooth.

Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum jelly is easily available in all the stores. It is very useful for older adults, as it locks the moisture in your skin layer. Hence helps in treating dry skin. This is one if of the easy-to-do skincare for dry skin.

Oatmeal Bath

Oatmeal has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It gives you relief from itchiness caused due to dry skin. Add powdered oatmeal to your bath and soon you will start noticing changes in your skin texture.

Honey

This age-old remedy works wonder on your skin. It has hydrating properties, which moisture your skin and also make your skin soft and supple.

Avocado Oil

Avocado oil has anti-oxidants and vitamins, which help in healing dry skin. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties and mono-saturated fat component, it provides your skin with a protective layer against the sun.

Milk

Lactic acid present in milk exfoliates the dead skin cells and helps your skin retain moisture. It also has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, which give you relief from dry and itchy skin.

Products best suited for dry skin

Serum

Face wash best suited for dry skin

Moisturizer for dry skin

Before application of any product always do a patch test to check whether that product suits you or not.