Five skin care procedures for dry hands that work like magic
Five skin care procedures for dry hands that work like magic
The skin of our hands should bear a lot of things every day. Itching, dryness and skin irritation are common symptoms for many people and they may get worse when they use too much antiseptics or wash their hands often.
But thanks to the simple house routine that can be easily incorporated into your cosmetic system, it is possible to save your hands without much effort.
Apply a moisturizer every time you wash your hands
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Apply a moisturizer every time you wash your hands. |
Your skin loses moisture within 60 seconds after washing your hands, so it is necessary to moisturize it immediately after each wash.
Slightly wet skin is ideal for sealing off moisture. So choose thick, hand creams filled with the right ingredients. Petroleum, methicon, and various types of butter will create a barrier on your skin that will preserve water, while hyaluronic acid and glycerin add some moisture.
After washing your hands, apply a hand wash or hand cream to your slightly moistened hands. Try not to touch anything until your hands dry completely to allow the cream to absorb and absorb from your skin.
Use intensive overnight treatment
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Use intensive overnight treatment. |
Choose a nourishing or moisturizing hand cream, and then carefully apply it to your skin. You can replace hand cream with natural moisturizers such as coconut oil. Then wear cotton gloves and go to bed.
Do not forget to exfoliate your skin
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Exfoliate your skin. |
Peeling helps get rid of dead skin cells, improves skin regeneration, and makes creams better absorb into the skin, enhancing its effect. For most people, peeling is sufficient 1-2 times a week. If you notice redness of the skin, itching, or irritation after peeling, or if your skin is already inflamed, be gentle and let your skin heal first before incorporating this procedure into your routine.
What to do: You can make a peeler at home. Take two tablespoons of coconut oil and mix it with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Apply this mixture to your skin and massage for a minute, then rinse with water. You can also mix sugar with any moisturizing oil of your choice, such as jojoba or grape seed oil, and add essential oils or some vitamin E.
Try moisturizing soaking hands
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Try moisturizing hand soaks |
Hand soaking is another intensive treatment that can help relieve dehydration and make your skin more hydrated. Choose a natural moisturizer, dry your hands almost after shower, then apply to your skin. What to do: Take a cup of dried oats and 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Place all ingredients in a tank filled with warm water and mix them. Soak your hands in this mixture for 10 minutes. Olive oil has a moisturizing effect thanks to vitamin E and it also protects your skin from infection. Oats soften the skin and help keep it hydrated.
What to do: Avoid washing your hands with hot water because it only dries your skin and is not more effective against microbes than lukewarm or cold water.
It is best to choose a moisturizing liquid soap and avoid soap bars because high pH levels may cause skin irritation. When you dry your hands, don't squeeze too much: dry them until they dry.
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