Threats To Your Skin Barrier
Multiple things can cause damage to your skin barrier. There are many external factors, such as the environment and products you use on your skin. Some factors are internal, like your diet or health condition.
The following are common threats to the skin barrier:
- A dry environment
- Too humid an environment
- excessive Washing
- Detergents and harsh soaps
- Chemicals that are irritating or corrosive
- sun exposure
- stress
- steroids
- Dermatitis or Eczema
- psoriasis
- vitamin deficiency
If you notice the following, your skin barrier may be damaged:
- dry skin
- rough or scaly texture
- itchiness
- oversensitivity
- Inflammation or swelling
- discoloration
- acne
- blisters
- cracks
Protect your skin barrier if you experience any of the symptoms listed above.
How Can you protect your skin barrier?
You can take several steps to keep your skin barrier healthy and protect it. It involves simplifying or improving your skincare routine and using products designed to support the skin barrier.
Here are some tips on
- Moisturize regularly
- Try plant oils or vitamin-fortified lotions
- Avoid harsh detergents and soaps
- Remove make-up before bed
- Stop using products that irritate the skin
- Wear sunscreen every day
- Limit the time you spend in the sun
- Don’t smoke
- Manage stress
- Drink more water
- Eat a nutritious diet
- If your home is too dry, install a humidifier
- If your home is humid, install a dehumidifier
- Close the windows if you feel that the air outside is dusty, or polluted
If you have concerns, consult a dermatologist.
It’s vital to look after your skin, as it is the first line of defense for your body against the external world. These tips will help you maintain a healthy barrier on your skin and make it look and feel its best.
