Dry skin of the hands and cracks on the legs and arms. We get rid of ourselves

The secret of well-groomed and attractive skin is moisturizing and nourishing. Healthy skin protects the body from infections and controls body temperature. Dry skin begins to peel off, resulting in premature aging, cracks, inflammation occur, the structure and structure of the skin changes: sweating and cellular metabolism are disturbed, unpleasant sensations and itching occur.

Let’s try to figure out what contributes to the appearance of dry skin of the hands and feet and the appearance of cracks, and whether it is possible to get rid of this problem on your own at home.

Causes of dry skin

A progressive tendency towards dryness and flaking leads to disruption of metabolic processes, increased production of sebum, frequent renewal of the upper layer of the skin, and constant lack of moisture. The reasons can be due to both external influences and internal diseases.

Internal causes of dry hands and feet:

• • diseases of the endocrine system

 

• • problems with the gastrointestinal tract

 

• • diabetes

 

• • neurodermatitis

 

• • psoriasis

 

• • dermatitis

 

• • taking certain strong drugs

 

• • lack of AEB vitamins C and D in the body, which may be the result of diets or nutritional errors.

 

The body needs a regular intake of fats and vitamins, especially the lack of vitamins CA and E, which leads to negative consequences for the feet, because they have the maximum load.

External causes of dry hands:

• • dry air

 

• • use of household chemicals without gloves

 

• • drying and cracking of the skin of the hands in the winter

 

• • stressful condition

 

• • hereditary predisposition

 

Causes of dry and cracked heels:

• • ill-fitting shoes

 

• • irregular or improper care (65 – 85% of people have flat feet, which leads to displacement of the skin and increases the likelihood of cracks)

 

There are many reasons, and if dryness of the hands and feet recurs, intensifies, we recommend that you immediately seek the advice of a doctor. However, regardless of the reasons, following some care rules, you can prevent or reduce unpleasant symptoms.

Hand care tips at home

1. 1. A honey mask does a good job of eliminating dryness. To prepare it, you need to mix glycerin and honey in the ratio: 1 tsp of glycerin to 1 tbsp of honey, and apply to the skin for 10 minutes, then rinse and pat dry with a towel. This mask will help moisturize and nourish the skin of the hands.

 

1. 1. You can make your own hand cream by adding a little coconut oil to the aloe gruel, which will help restore the skin of the hands and make it supple and velvety.

 

1. 1. Decoctions of various herbs, such as chamomile or St. John’s wort, are well suited for making hand masks. If you add egg yolk, freshly squeezed lemon juice or kefir to them, then such a tool will become simply an indispensable tool in the fight against dryness.

 

1. 1. Herbal compresses promote the healing of wounds and cracks, have a mild soothing effect. You can easily prepare such a wonderful composition. To do this, pour 1 tablespoon of dried chamomile and sage with 1 liter of boiling water and let it brew for 20 – 30 minutes. Wrap your hands with gauze or bandage soaked in infusion and hold for about 15 minutes, then remove the bandage and rinse your skin with clean water. Don’t forget to apply cream.

 

1. 1. Paraffin baths, which contain vitamins and natural oils, have truly magical powers. You can buy wax at any cosmetic store or pharmacy, melt it in a water bath and put your hands in the bath for 8-12 seconds. It is necessary to do this procedure 7-8 times, after which apply the cream.

 

Cracked feet care

1. 1. First of all, do a foot peeling (no more than twice a week). A pumice stone or a special pedicure grater are great for removing rough skin. Pumice stone can be replaced with a scrub, which can be prepared by mixing liquid soap with coarse sea salt. To treat cracks, we recommend using peroxide, as it is a good antiseptic. Pour a little peroxide on the wounds, blot with a napkin.

 

1. 1. The next step: preparing a foot bath. The use of herbs will give hydration, softening and healing of cracked heels. It is recommended to use oak bark, nettle, St. John’s wort, elecampane, string or chamomile in a ratio of approximately 1 tablespoon of herbs to 1 liter of water.

 

1. 1. After the bath, apply a nourishing cream that contains ordinary petroleum jelly or urea, which is widely used in cosmetology. This is the name of carbamide – white crystals of carbonic acid diamide, the small size of the molecule of this substance allows it to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin, retain moisture and prevent dehydration of skin cells. Urea delivers beneficial substances to the lower layers of the dermis, helping to maintain the skin in good condition.

 

1. 1. And do not forget about oil compresses, since cosmetic oils perfectly soften the skin, have an antimicrobial and wound-healing effect. Pre-soak cotton socks with any of the listed oils, steam out your legs, put on socks, wrap with polyethylene for a couple of hours. Linseed, olive, almond oils are perfect for this ritual.