6 Home Care Methods for Dry Skin During the Changing Seasons

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It is still hot, but the air feels subtly different since the end of summer.

Parts of my body feel a bit dry. My lips and hands, in particular, have definitely become dry.

I am paying a little more attention to moisturizing. I am sharing a good article about skincare for the changing seasons.

 

(Source: Vera Magazine)

 

Essential Skin Care Tips for the Changing Seasons

 

1. Drink plenty of fluids

 

The cool, dry wind blowing in autumn strips our skin of moisture.

Our bodies are composed of 80% water. Therefore, we must consume sufficient fluids to replenish the moisture lost due to the autumn winds. Water breaks down toxins accumulated in the body and eliminates waste products.

When toxins or waste products accumulate in the body, skin problems occur, or dead skin cells do not shed properly, causing the skin texture to become rough.

It is good to eat plenty of vegetables or fruits with high water content along with water.

(Drinking more than 8 glasses of water a day helps prevent skin dryness.)

 

 

2. Use a moisturizer with an appropriate oil-water balance.

 

Let's make sure our skin doesn't dry out by applying plenty of lotion, cream, or oil-type moisturizer that suits our skin.

It is best to apply moisturizing cream thoroughly and not more than necessary.

 

3. Take a quick shower at a moderate temperature

 

Prolonged exposure of the skin to hot water disrupts the skin's oil-moisture balance, damaging the skin barrier and potentially causing dryness and itching.

It is best to finish quickly at a moderate temperature.

 

4. Avoid UV rays

 

Ultraviolet rays accelerate aging. In the summer, people use hats, parasols, and sunscreen to block sunlight, but in the autumn, since the sunlight is not as hot, the skin is often left almost defenseless against ultraviolet rays.

Since the UV index is just as high in autumn as in summer, you must apply sunscreen thoroughly.

You must keep in mind that prolonged exposure of the skin to ultraviolet rays can cause pigmented skin conditions such as melasma and blemishes.

 

 

5. Sleep and eating habits

 

Sleep and nutrition promote the activation of the body's immune function, thereby increasing defense against disease.

In particular, consuming plenty of foods rich in vitamins C and E is good for skin health.

If possible, it is good for your skin to go to sleep between 10 PM and 2 AM and get enough sleep for about 6 to 8 hours.

 

 

6. Self-massage

 

Continuously performing self-massages while washing your face or applying cream afterward promotes blood circulation, which has a tremendously positive effect on the skin. As a bonus, you may even see the effect of your face becoming smaller.

 

 

Here's how to bathe and shower during the changing seasons

 

You need different face washing and showering habits for the changing seasons compared to summer.

It is better to take a light lather shower with lukewarm water rather than hot water, and use a cleanser containing moisturizing agents.

Use a cleanser that maintains a pH that does not damage the skin barrier.

Bathing once a week is appropriate, and daily showers should be kept under 10 minutes.

After washing, do not wipe off the water immediately with a towel; instead, pat it dry with your palms and apply a moisturizer to maintain hydration.

When washing your face, use a neutral cleanser, lather it sufficiently in your hands, gently massage, and rinse immediately with lukewarm water.

After washing your face, it is recommended to apply moisturizing toner and lotion to your skin to prevent moisture from evaporating.

During the dry transitional season, increase the amount slightly more than usual, pat it in as if massaging to ensure good absorption, and then apply a moisturizing essence or cream.

It is important to use moisturizing essence before applying toner and lotion, and after application, cup your face with both hands for 30 seconds to aid absorption.