Dry hand skin is one of the most common problems during the cold season.
Frost and cold are one of the biggest enemies of our skin, because of which it suffers greatly in winter. Also connected to hypothermia «» beriberi, so as a result you can get not only dry skin of the hands, but also small cracks, reports the Chronicle.info with reference to Channel 24.
Dry hands in winter: how to solve the problem To keep your hands moisturized and soft, you must not forget about a balanced diet. Pay attention to products containing vitamins of groups A, B, C, E, D, PP. Prepare dishes with greens, meat, seafood and liver and the like. Also eat plenty of vegetables and fruits.
Study the composition of soaps and detergents
Frequent hand washing can be very harmful to your skin. However, one should not forget about hygiene. When buying soap, pay attention to its composition, choose one in which the ph level (the number that determines the acid-base balance of the skin) is close to normal. Buy soap that contains moisturizing and nourishing ingredients (lanolin, glycerin, various oils and herbal extracts).
Remember to use rubber gloves when cleaning or washing dishes. So your skin will not suffer from the chemical elements of detergents.
Use lotions and creams
After washing your hands or taking a shower, be sure to moisturize your skin with cream. In the cold periods of the year, it is worth choosing skin care products containing vitamin E and various plant extracts, for example, aloe, chamomile or lavender.
However, if you are going to go outside, then the cream should not be applied immediately before going out, otherwise it «will work» like water, and as a result, your hands will become even more weathered and become even drier.