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The winter is this terror: in addition to sinusitis, rhinitis, bronchitis, colds and sore throats, we must endure the hideous sensation of cracking the skin and the lips .
Tatiana Curi, a member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology (SBD), explains that in cold weather, the skin layer known as the hydrolipidic mantle (formed by water and lipids) becomes increasingly more inflamed.
The formation of this protective packaging depends on the activity of the sebaceous and sweat glands who work less during the winter, says Denise Steiner, professor at the University of Mogi das Cruzes and also member of SBD
The "bad guys"
The hot water, the loofah and the soap are at the root of the problem, say the doctors. Since most people may not think that giving up the daily bathing habit is a good idea, there are other ways to alleviate the problem (thankfully):
Quick Bath; Hot (or cold) water; Do not use rings; Prefer neutral, liquid and moisturizing soaps; Wash vigorously only the groin, armpits and feet; In other areas, avoid direct contact with soap; Use a moisturizer (there are options that can be used in the bath);
Some people, especially among the elderly, need more intensive care . If the skin is cracked and peeled, products containing emollients (such as urea and ammonium lactate) and occlusive moisturizers may be needed to prevent water loss (such as petrolatum) and glycerin).
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A dandruff also tends to appear at this time . To combat the oily version, it is important to wash your head often and with suitable products (always with hot or cold water). In the case of dry dandruff, avoid abrasive shampoos, which dry the scalp
In both cases, it is crucial to dry hair well before bedtime to prevent the proliferation of fungi. 19659002] In the war against the hair, the skin suffers. When the man shaves (often used every day), accumulations of lesions that can generate folliculitis – inflammation of the hair follicle where the hair is born
A few aftershave lotions with anti-hair inflammatory and thermal can relieve the situation but it is worth consulting a dermatologist to find out which treatment is the best. In severe cases, preparations with antibiotics may be recommended.
With the use of tight pants and clothing, especially women may suffer from folliculitis on the legs and bad. There is also keratosis pilaris (balls that sometimes appear on the arms), a condition that worsens when the skin does not breathe. Other diseases that can worsen in the winter are psoriasis and herpes.
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