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5 Tips for Treating Dry Skin on Your Face
If your skin feels like sandpaper, you’re not alone. The cold winter months often bring dry air and rough, itchy, or tight skin. However, there are several ways to treat dryness on your most delicate areas, including your face.
See the aesthetics specialists at Dermatology Associates of Central New Jersey in Old Bridge, Union, Toms River, or Freehold, New Jersey, to schedule hydrating or other skin revitalizing procedures.
Symptoms of dry skin
Dry skin could present as:
- Roughnes
- Tightness
- Flakiness
- Iching
- Cracking
- Scaling
- Discoloration
- Peeling
Severely dry skin can sometimes crack and bleed. Dry skin risk factors can include using abrasive skincare products, dry air, aging, psoriasis, eczema, and frequent washing in hot water. Swimming can also dehydrate your skin.
Top five ways to treat dry skin on your face
Consider the following ways to treat dry skin during the colder winter months:
1. Use a daily moisturizer
Use a gentle moisturizer specifically for your face that addresses dryness. Choose a product without fragrances or drying ingredients, like sulfates, isopropyl alcohol, or benzyl alcohol. Try products containing moisture-locking ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, petroleum jelly, mineral oils, or lanolin.
It’s also helpful to use skincare products with a sun protection factor (SPF). Your provider at Dermatology Associates of Central New Jersey offers facial moisturizer recommendations tailored to your skin type. Apply the moisturizer several times a day, especially after you shower.
2. Get a HydraFacial®
The HydraFacial technology available at Dermatology Associates of Central New Jersey is a noninvasive treatment for aging, dull, and dehydrated skin. It combines exfoliation, hydrating serums, and vacuum technology to eliminate dryness and produce a healthy glow without pain or downtime. Ask your provider about HydraFacials and how often to schedule them.
3. Try Juvéderm®
Juvéderm injections contain hyaluronic acid, an ingredient that rejuvenates dull skin by making it more elastic, supple, and hydrated.
Aging tends to decrease the body’s hyaluronic acid production, and Juvederm products (particularly Juvéderm Hydrate® with antioxidants) replace lost hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and volume.
4. Choose gentle cleansers
In addition to using a daily moisturizer, gently clean your face twice daily with a fragrance-free, mild, non-foaming, non-soap, and allergen-free (hypoallergenic) moisturizing cleanser. Products containing stearic or linoleic acids are helpful. Choose cleansers that are free from alcohol.
Rinse your face thoroughly after using the cleanser, and pat it dry. Apply a moisturizer afterward to optimize hydration.
5. Ask about topical medications
If you have a skin condition like eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, or psoriasis, ask your Dermatology Associates of Central New Jersey provider if you’re a candidate for medicated creams to boost skin health by eliminating dry or rough patches on your face. They can provide treatment recommendations tailored to your skin type, medical history, lifestyle, and goals.
Additional ways to optimize skin health
In addition to the five helpful tips above for treating dry skin on your face, adopt healthy lifestyle habits that minimize the risk of dryness.
Consider getting a humidifier to reduce dry air in your home, avoid laundry detergents containing dyes and perfumes, and select clothes made from natural (non-irritating) fabrics like cotton.
Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, high-protein foods, whole grains, nuts, seeds, avocados, olive oil, and other healthy fats. Take a multivitamin or other dietary supplements as directed by your healthcare provider.
Maintain beautiful, healthy, and hydrated skin by seeing the experts at Dermatology Associates of Central New Jersey for routine care. Contact us today by calling the office or scheduling a consultation online.
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