Dry Hands Care Tips

OVERVIEW:-

Dry hands are very common in winters .In most cases, dry hands are caused by environmental conditions Weather, can cause dry hands.

Reapetadally hand washing, exposure to chemicals, and certain medical conditions can  cause dry  skin of hands.

The condition in which skin become dry and cracked called xerosis.

There are several ways to keep  skin hydrated, and prevent dryness.

SYMPTOMS :-A various types of symptoms seen in  dry skin condition , it may be:-

Skin that feels and looks rough

• Itching (pruritus)
• Slight to severe flaking, scaling or peeling
• Fine lines or cracks
• Gray, ashy skin
• Redness
• Deep cracks that may bleed

CAUSES:-

Weather. :-Skin become more dry in winter, when temperatures and humidity levels  changed. So wheather is major cause for dry skin.

Hot baths and showers:-. Taking  hot showers or baths for a very long times can  cause dry skin. So frequent swimming, particularly in heavily chlorinated water pools.

Harsh soaps and detergents.:- Many soaps, detergents and shampoos absorb the moisture from skin and  remove oil.

COMPLICATIONS:-Dry skin is usually harmless. But when  it is not treated , it become more complicated:-

Atopic dermatitis (eczema) :- Excessive dryness can lead to activation of the disease, causing redness, cracking and inflammation.

Infections:-Several types  of dry skin can cause deep cracks or fissures, which can open and bleed, providing shelter for bacteria.

PREVENTION:-

Moisturize:-Moisturizer closes skin to keep water from escaping.

Reduce  water exposure:- Keep bath and shower time to 10 minutes or less. Don,t take bath for very long time.

Quit the harsh soap:– Use cleansing creams, gentle skin cleansers and shower gels with moisturizers.It give soothing effect in skin.

Cover as much skin as possible in cold or windy weather.In Winter can be especially drying to skin, so should  wear a scarf, hat and gloves .

Wear rubber gloves.:- If you have to dip your hands in water or are using harsh cleansers, wearing gloves it can help protect the skin.

HOME REMEDIES FOR DRY HANDS:

Several types of home remedies for dry hands. These are following:-

1.) Massage your skin with aloevera – It’s used to give relief from redness and skin irritation also in skin dryness. It is very effective remedy for dry hands.It give good results for dry skin.

2.) Wear sunscreen regularly –  Use non chemical sunscreen that provide full spectrum sun protection.and boost of hydration to keep skin healthy.

3.) Neem leaves help in treating dry skin, and they have antibacterial properties.  Make a fine paste of the leaves and apply it dried skin.

4.) A decoction prepared by  cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fennel seeds, and dip dry hand in this liquid for 15-20 min. When absorbed by the skin, this liquid will give moisture and helps in exfoliating dead skin cells and provide moisture to skin.

5.) Barley flour mixed  with turmeric powder and mustard oil it is a unique solution for dry skin treatment and utilizes it as a scrub.

6.)Take a butter in bowel and it apply on affected skin in night time before sleeping .In morning wash hand with luke warm water. It give very effective results.

7.)Chamomile is a characteristic cream that helps in treating various skin ailments. It  has anti-inflammatory properties, which help in treating skin allergies and dryness.

8.)Nutrition:-A balanced diet that includes enough vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and carbohydrates.  It is good to eat vegetables and fruits that have a high water content such as:-

– Cucumbers

– Salad

– Watermelon

– Radishes

Pappaya

9.)Drink enough water:-Drink a lot of water and make skin healthy and moisturized. It is a best remedy for dry skin.

AYURVEDIC VIEW FOR DRY SKIN:-According to Ayurveda, the accumulation of Vata in the body can lead to dry skin. ExcessVata dries out the skin, makes our hair thinner and drier, and makes fingernails brittle.Whenvatadosha increase in the body it reduces kapha keeps skin soft and smooth but vata makes the skin and dry.Self- abhyanga is one of rhe most effective in curing dry skin.

AYURVEDIC HERBS USED IN DRY HAND CARE:-

• MANJISHTHA
• CHANDAN
• HALDI
• ELAYACHI
• KESAR
• ALOEVERA
• KESAR

CAC SPECIAL MEDICATION FOR DRY HAND:-

• ALOE-VERA GEL
• TWAK TAIL
• ORANGE CREAM
• SKIN CARE PLUS TABLETS
• STRAWBERRY CREAM