Skincare Tips: Science delivers relief from eczema
By J. C. Carroll
Our skin is the first to rebel against the dryness of winter. The forced warm air inside is very dehydrating, while outside, the ice-cold wind of the deep freeze is often deplete of moisture. Winter conditions are even harder on those with skin irritations, like eczema.
“Studies have shown that moisture is not properly retained in the skin of eczema sufferers,” says Dr. Weinstein of the Eczema Society of Canada. “This is due to an impaired skin barrier and to the fact that the upper layer of skin has a reduced lipid content. This means that creams and lotions used by people with eczema should improve the barrier and help retain more moisture in the skin.”
Dermatologists are increasingly pointing to the impressive healing properties of oat grains, which are thought to have an optimum amino acid balance.
“At Aveeno, we’re big believers in the soothing power of oats,” explained Ted Lachmansingh the group marketing manager at Aveeno. “They have anti-inflammatory properties, are hypoallergenic and highly absorptive. In short, oat formulas have clinically shown to help heal dry, itchy skin.
“Our expert dermatologists recommend natural colloidal oatmeal, key lipids, including ceramides and panthenol, which maintain the skin barrier and provide moisturizing for a full 24 hours. All combined, this fragrance-free formula, helps to prevent the recurrence of red and irritated, extra dry skin. This is why we have created Eczema Skincare Moisturizing Cream which contains all of the above and a patented “triple oat” formula to soothe and moisturize and improve the skin condition.”
Here are a few more healthy skin tips for winter:
. Take quick showers. Water hydrates, but too much will strip your skin of natural oils. Aim for 5 to 10 minutes maximum.
. Avoid hot water. Itwill also rob your skin of oils. Warm water is best for bathing.
. Use a mild soap. Choose natural cleansers suited to your condition, without detergents and fragrances.
. Moisturize immediately after bathing. Towel dry and apply. A good cream will trap the water in the skin.
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