Caring for dry skin

The skin is the body tissue that is in direct contact with the outside, so, logically, is more affected by the climate and the environment, regardless of the time of year when we meet, as both the cold as heat are harmful to her.

One of the problems associated with the more usual is the lack of skin hydration. Of course, there are many degrees of dryness, and can be accentuated in certain parts of the body, now massaged is how to treat dry skin. These are simple steps, but it is important to be consistent. Are we along?

Inside hydration

As you just mentioned, if you have dry skin you will need to perform a series of care. Of course, the most important thing is that you moisturize from within. So, you should drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water and watch your diet, you have to be rich in minerals, vitamins A, B, C and E, and omega 3 and 6. Fruits, especially citrus fruits, many vegetables, nuts, fish, rice, eggs or oatmeal are some of the foods that contain these nutrients.

Would you give a good trick? Consume foods orange and red colors (carrots, peppers, oranges, pumpkin ...), as these are rich in beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A.

Hydration outside

Of course, it is essential that also moisturize the body from outside. Of course, keep in mind that creams and lotions have the function to maintain moisture in the skin, and not to provide enhanced hydration. It is important that you choose a lotion for your skin type (dry, very dry, mixed ...). Ideally, use those oils made ​​from natural products.

Other tips

Furthermore, we recommend you do not stay under water longer than 5-10 minutes, especially if it is hot water, you avoid aggressive soaps, opt for natural soaps, skin you dry taps and not rubbing, wear gloves when be in contact with cleaning products and use exfoliating once a week, especially in the face. Furthermore, it is important not to smoke or consume alcohol.