How to prevent skin problems?
Sara P.
A dermatologist based in Canada.
Overview
Your skin plays a vital role in protecting your body, so it is important to take steps to promote skin health.Skin infections are caused by the growth of bacteria or microorganisms just under the skin and enter through minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes and blisters.The good news is that there are ways to prevent and treat common skin problems.
Limit sun exposure
One of the most important ways to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun.Consider wearing clothing with UV-blocking properties and a wide-brimmed hat to shield your face. If you do notice a sunburn, stay out of the sun as it heals. More sun exposure can heighten skin damage.
Stay hydrated
Skin that is properly hydrated retains pliability and is less likely to become chapped, scaly, or flaky. Use the right moisturizing cream or lotion for your skin. “Look for moisturizers with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or coconut oil,” says Dr. Grossman. “Always apply on damp skin. This keeps the moisture in the skin.
HiSqin™ Gotu Kola Calming Gel
This Seaweed-based soothing gel provides the ultimate hydration while calming botanicals tend to sensitive or irritated skin.
May be used daily or nightly as a moisturizer or as a post treatment on irritated or inflamed skin.
Don't smoke
Smoking makes your skin look older and contributes to wrinkles. Smoking narrows the tiny blood vessels in the outermost layers of skin, which decreases blood flow and makes skin paler. This also depletes the skin of oxygen and nutrients that are important to skin health.
Eat a healthy diet
A healthy diet can help you look and feel your best. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. The association between diet and acne isn't clear — but some research suggests that a diet rich in fish oil or fish oil supplements and low in unhealthy fats and processed or refined carbohydrates might promote younger looking skin. Drinking plenty of water helps keep your skin hydrated.
Good nutrition plays a key role in maintaining good skin. Under-nourished and dehydrated people do not have sufficient nutrients available to maintain good skin health.
Manage stress
Uncontrolled stress can make your skin more sensitive and trigger acne breakouts and other skin problems. To encourage healthy skin — and a healthy state of mind — take steps to manage your stress. Get enough sleep, set reasonable limits, scale back your to-do list and make time to do the things you enjoy. The results might be more dramatic than you expect.
Take health precautions
Avoid touching your face with your fingers, and avoid facial contact with objects that have been used by other people, such as telephone receivers.
Takeaway
Skin care doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming and can quickly become second nature, like brushing your teeth.People should work closely with a dermatologist to diagnose and treat any skin condition to make sure it doesn't affect their lifestyle. Proper skin care and healthy lifestyle choices can help slow natural aging and prevent a variety of skin problems.
DISCLAIMER Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice.
