{"id":5933,"date":"2014-12-02T08:00:32","date_gmt":"2014-12-02T13:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=5933"},"modified":"2014-12-02T08:00:32","modified_gmt":"2014-12-02T13:00:32","slug":"dealing-dry-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2014\/12\/dealing-dry-skin","title":{"rendered":"Dealing with Dry Skin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winter can be great! Warm scarves, hot chocolate, and Christmas music are just a few cold weather perks! Like any season, however, winter comes with beauty challenges.<\/p>\n\n

Perhaps the most common is that dry winter air can hurt our skin! We\u2019ve all experienced dry hands, itchy legs, and red noses from using tissues during a cold. If you’re dealing with dry skin, there are things you can do to take care of your skin before it causes too much damage!<\/p>\n\n

<\/span>Things that Cause Dry Skin<\/H2>\n\n\"Winter\n\t\n

Dry winter weather is one of the biggest causes of dry skin, but it\u2019s not the only one! Swimming, sun burns, dish washing, and skin conditions are just a few other things that can dry our your hands, face, and body. If you already do these things often, or are naturally prone to dry skin, you might experience even more discomfort during colder months. Taking precautions to limit your skin\u2019s contact with things that dry it out (ex. dish soap, chlorine, etc) can be helpful, but you might find that more care is needed.<\/p>\n \n

<\/span>Using Lotions and Moisturizers<\/H2>\n\n

Moisturizing your skin is one of the best ways to both soothe and prevent dryness. It is important, however, to know which products are most effective for which areas of the body! Anyone who\u2019s seen the skin care aisle in a pharmacy knows that finding the right product can be difficult, but there are some key differences between products that are important to keep in mind!<\/p>\n\n

Body Lotions<\/H3> \n\n

Lotions are usually meant for use on your general body area, rather than your face. If you\u2019re experiencing itchy legs, flakey elbows, or dry hands, lotions can be a good remedy. If you find that you have sensitive skin, many reputable companies offer lotions that are unscented or designed to be gentle. While lotions are great for your body, they\u2019re not recommended for your face. Lotions are thicker and usually oilier than facial products, so applying them to your face can cause breakouts or increased oiliness.<\/p>\n\n

Face Moisturizers<\/H3>\n
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Most moisturizers will state that they\u2019re designed for the sensitive skin on your face, rather than the tougher skin on the rest of your body. Moisturizers are usually gentler and less oily, allowing them to soothe the dryness around your nose without causing an oily shine elsewhere!<\/p>\n\n

Body Butters<\/H3> \n\n

Body butters are often designer lotions, rather than something meant to prevent chronic dry skin.\n<\/div>\n\n

\n\"Using\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\nThat doesn\u2019t mean, however, that they can\u2019t be useful. If you don\u2019t have sensitive skin, scented body butters might appeal to you!<\/p>\n\n

They are thick and concentrated, and are often applied once a day, rather than \u2018as needed\u2019 like lotions. If all you need is a bit of nice-smelling, protective moisture, rather than an actual repairing treatment for very dry skin, body butters might work!<\/p>\n\n

Cold Creams<\/H3> \n\n

While some people worry about using products that are oil-free or very light, others have more lost moisture that they need to make up for. Using a thicker cold cream before bed, as opposed to a light, gentle moisturizer that might not be quite strong enough, can re-hydrate your skin more thoroughly. <\/p>\n\n

Prescription Creams<\/H3> \n\n

If you have tried many products to soothe or cure your dry skin but nothing has worked, it might be worth consulting a doctor. It\u2019s possible that a prescription cream is the safest option for your skin, in order to avoid irritating it even more!<\/p>\n\n\n

<\/span>Working with your skin type<\/H2>\n\t\n

Just like creams and lotions, skin comes in all different types! Working with your skin type can be the key to finding the product that will cure your dryness.<\/p>\n \n

Oily Skin<\/H3> \n\n

If you often have a shine around yours nose or forehead, you might have oily skin. Oily skin doesn\u2019t mean, however, that you won\u2019t experience dryness in the winter! To get the best results from a facial moisturizer, choose one that is \u2018oil free\u2019. This way, you can apply as needed to soothe your dry areas, without irritating your oily patches and causing breakouts. <\/p>\n\n

Dry Skin<\/H3> \n\n

Some people\u2019s skin is just more prone to dryness than others. If this is the case, a little oil might not be a bad thing. While you don\u2019t want to choose a cheap moisturizer that leaves a film on your skin, buying \u2018oil free\u2019 products might not be necessary. Your skin needs that increased hydration!<\/p>\n\n

Combination Skin<\/H3> \n\n

People with combination skin might experience something like oiliness on their forehead, but dryness around their nose or elsewhere on their body. While there are lotions that are marketed specifically for combination skin, some people might choose to buy different products for different areas. Working with combination skin can take some trial and error to find what works best for you. Remember to listen to your skin and keep an eye on how it reacts to the products you use.<\/p>\n \n

<\/span>Natural products<\/H2>\n\n\"Coconut\n\n

Particularly for people with sensitive skin, using natural, organic skin products to soothe dryness can be helpful. Some people prefer not to use mass-produced lotions from pharmacies and will opt for homemade moisturizers from local markets or organic lifestyle stores instead. In some places, these can be a little more expensive, but if your skin doesn\u2019t react well to mainstream brands, the cost might be worth the benefit of trying something with natural ingredients.<\/p>\n \n

Some people like to make their own natural skin cleansers and moisturizers with household items like honey and coconut oil. The Internet is a gold mine of beauty bloggers with advice on how to make your own face creams and soothe dryness with things from your kitchen. If you\u2019re very careful, you might find a natural recipe beneficial, but remember that you should always test a small patch of your skin first to make sure that you aren\u2019t allergic to anything in the mixture.<\/p>\n \n

<\/span>Things to avoid<\/H2>\n\t\n

As with any beauty tactic, there are things to avoid do when taking care of your dry skin. Watch out for these bad habits in order to avoid making the problem worse!<\/p>\n\n

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