This may come as a surprise but when it comes to taking a shower, there are some bad practices. You may be doing these on your blind side but hey, there's no cause for alarm...yet. If you've been doing these in the shower, it's time to say bye-bye to them. Staying too long in the shower You don't need to spend too much time in the shower especially if you're using lukewarm to warm water. The longer you do, the more you strip your skin of its natural oils. A 5-minute shower does the trick. You're not sure of the ingredients in your skincare products Not all products are ideal for your skin type. Knowing the kind of ingredients in...
The type of skin you have usually determines the kind of products you ought to use. It is important to select skin care products made specifically for your skin. This is why knowing the type of skin you have is very critical. If you don't know what skin type you have, don't worry. We're here to help. Skin types The different skin types are as follows; Dry Skin Dry skin is usually flaky and rough. Sometimes, it can itch a bit. It might feel tight with some wrinkles. Normal Skin This type of skin has a balanced production of sebum (naturally produced oil). The skin is neither dry or oily. Oily Skin This is when the skin produces extra oil...
Babies have sensitive skin - fact! It can sometimes be confusing figuring out how to care for baby's skin. Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis is very common in babies. It usually shows up as dry and patchy skin on the legs, hands, chest, scalp, chin, face, around elbows, knees or ankles. It can appear in other areas as well. It is ,however, unlikely to appear in the diaper area due to the presence of moisture. Causes of Eczema in Babies Usually eczema occurs when the baby comes into contact with Soaps Lotions Shampoos, etc. Pay attention to what you use on the baby. Certain foods can also trigger eczema. They include Eggs Peanuts / Groundnuts Milk Wheat Soya Fish Treatment Options...
For new mothers, dry skin in babies can be frustrating. Navigating the different changes of a newborn baby is often overwhelming. The last thing mothers want to deal with is dry skin but it happens more often than not. Should you be worried when you baby has dry skin? What can you do to offset its occurrence? Before we jump into it, dry skin in babies is normal to a large extent. Babies usually need time to adjust to life outside the womb. Other times too, they may be reacting to skin care products, new clothes, allergens or a wide range of other environmental factors. Do not panic if your baby has dry skin. Do these rather. Hydrate Give your...
As it is with everything, using new products on your skin requires some getting used to. This is a normal reaction for many. It isn't something to be feared but rather something to embrace. Of course, there are instances the skin downright rejects new products. How can you tell the difference? Skin reactions to look out for Essentially, there are two major skin reactions to look out for. When any of these occur, stop use immediately. Irritant contact dermatitis This occurs when the skin gets irritated after using the products. It usually becomes itches, burns extremely or gets darker very quickly. In severe cases, you might experience blisters. Allergic contact dermatitis This kind of reaction occurs if the skin is...
