General Health Information

At no certain age and no certain kinds of skin, dry skin may hit any
individual. It can be a genetic inheritance and even infants can be
seen with extremely dry skin. Dry skin is also caused by a deficiency
in Vitamin A, Vitamin B and Vitamin E in the body. Intake of plenty of
fruit juices, a diet consisting of leafy vegetables, and lots of water
can help reduce this problem. Dry skin can also be acquired from
extreme climatic conditions, wind, and sunburn. The outer layer of the
skin has an oily layer that is sometimes not retained properly because
of these conditions. Also, the body is unable to produce the requisite
amount of water and oil as is needed by the body. This causes the skin
to dry and look dull, flaky, and lifeless. It is advised to use a
humidifier while staying in a room with a heater for a long time. Skin
may also become dry by taking a bath with extremely hot or cold water.
Lukewarm water is the best option in such cases. Chemically harsh soaps
and cosmetics can also harm the skin to a great extent. Toweling
roughly instead of patting removes all the moisture from the skin
without allowing the skin to retain the amount it needs. Since dry skin
has no permanent cure, using an all-natural skin care treatment can be the best treatment possible.