Dryness
Skin dryness is the most frequent problem that people experience in the winter. Cold air, low water content in the air, and indoor heating weaken the skin’s hydrolipidic film and make the skin dry. Dry skin conditions can manifest as flakiness, itching and pulling feeling or appearance of skin as if it is scaled. Occasionally dry skin can become scaly, and with intense itching, the skin can crack and begin bleeding, which can result in pain and even infection. Some measures to promote skin moistening are: Applying a mild soap to the skin, applying a lubricant cream, and not taking very long, hot showers.
Eczema
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a skin disease that people get during the winter. The dryness of the air leads to the flare up causing the skin to become red, inflamed and itchy. These patches may develop at any part of the body, but they’re likely to be found in the hands, face, and the fold areas. Eczema care in winter involves the following, it is important to use emollient fluffy creams, use of a humidifier to keep indoor humidity high and avoiding scratching the skin or coming in contact with irritants.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is another disease that can worsen in winter or during cold weather. This is a persistent autoimmune disease characterized by the rapid keratinization of the skin and formation of hyperkeratotic, scaly, and usually crimson plaques. People who have this skin condition may get some discomfort since the symptoms tend to worsen in cold, dry climates. Psoriasis is usually managed by topical application, phototherapy and in rare cases systemic therapy. For more additional lifestyle measures, a person with psoriasis must also ensure that his skin is well moisturized and protected from cold.
Therefore, having insights into how the skin shifts in winter can go along way in creating the right skincare strategy. Recognition of some of the cold weather skin conditions and causes putting the skin through stress makes it possible to avoid these situations hence having a good skin without stress all through the cold season.
