Dermalogica Soothing Protection
Skin; the outer covering of the body, also known as the epidermis and it is the largest organ of the human body. Wars have been fought over its colour and it is the main transmitter for the human sense of ‘touch’. It regulates our temperature and stops us from catching a large quantity of diseases; not to mention the role that it plays in the human dance of partnership…So…. what does this all mean? You need to look after it!
To find out how; you should look to the professionals for advice, and Dermalogica are right up there. But this article isn’t about specific products, so lets talk further about the types of things that affect and harm your skin such as extrinsic aspects. .
Extrinsic refers to external factors that result or effect skin health, such as environment and lifestyle. Major extrinsic causes of dry skin include:
Weather and Environmental elements like cold winds and low temperatures can dry out skin, depriving it of balanced levels of oils, and contributing to premature aging. Conversely prolonged exposure to the sun causes water to evaporate from the skin.
Another major extrinsic factor is Lifestyle; the trend of low-fat or fat-free diets can deprive our bodies of skin-friendly Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) critical to all parts of a healthy functioning body. They help protect against water loss within cells and throughout skin, helping to prevent dryness, keeping skin supple and hydrated. An EFA deficiency can result in chronic itching, dryness, scaling, and thinning.
Smoking can have a drying effect on skin: it drains skin and body of vitamins A and C and constricts blood vessels (which equates to less blood flow) – meaning smoking is somewhat like suffocating skin from the inside.
Excess intake of alcoholic beverages and certain medications (such as nasal decongestants) can also contribute to dry skin.
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When it comes to the sun, skin is an excellent record keeper. Every moment of exposure to daylight adds up like money in the bank; the problem is the payoff known as sun damage. This is top cause of premature signs of skin aging and is shown on skin in the form of wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, and can also led to a repressed immune system and the potential for skin cancer.
The first line of daily defence against sun damage is the use of SPF. Even on cloudy or overcast days, UV light can strike skin and cause damage, so simply wearing sunscreen on sunny days isn’t enough.
Redness of skin is another common condition and not always caused by the sun, although whether genetic or environmental, you may not be able to completely banish redness, but you can take steps to help control it.
Wear a sunscreen daily: look for one containing calming ingredients like Green Tea and Liquorice to help soothe and control flare-ups. Choose moisturizers containing green natural mineral tint (not an artificial color!) to help cancel out visible redness.
Don’t over shower or over-scrub: The loss of existing oil is commonly caused by excessive bathing or showering, or the use of harsh soaps that dissolve the protective layer of oil.
Never ever shave without a protective medium. Using dull razors can also weaken the skin’s barrier function, leaving it exposed to environmental assaults.
Take note of what triggers the “red” reaction in your skin: certain foods such as artificial sweeteners or spices can bring on the flush look. Also be aware of your hormones, stress levels, physical exertion, and adrenal shifts.
So… now that we have outlined the importance of good protection, the cause of skin issues and some actions that can be taken, its now time to get a little deeper and outline more specific products to use.
As mentioned above this article isn’t about specific problems, but more about being aware of things that can affect your skin. If you are looking for specific products or more information go to http://www.ry.com.au/store/dermalogica-c-409.html
For more information look to http://www.ry.com.au/store/dermalogica-c-409.html
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