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5 tips and tricks to manage dry skin
If you are suffering from dry and flaky skin, then you know the importance of getting immediate relief from the discomfort and the pain. A lot of times dry skin can escalate into worse skin conditions which are best nipped in the bud. Apart from moisturizing regularly, there are a few tips and tricks which are sure to help you manage dry skin more effectively. Opt for cold showers instead of hot ones : While taking a hot shower may seem like a great idea, in reality, it is not. Hot showers tend to strip away your body’s natural oil barrier. This can aggravate the problem of dry skin further. That’s why, it is better to opt for warm or cold showers, and in the process, ensure that your body’s natural oil barrier is not stripped away. You need this barrier to lock in the moisture. Once you have finished showering, gently pat your skin dry and apply moisturizer. Cleanse gently : If you have a tendency to suffer from dry skin, you need to opt for soap-less cleansers. All soaps, even the heavily moisturized ones, contain a certain amount of chemicals. These chemicals can irritate your current skin condition and some may even cause real damage.
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