Is Showering Drying You Out? 4 Reasons Why You Might Be Showering Wrong
The weather in December has dwindled into the coldest of the year in Hong Kong. Though some may enjoy the chill in the air, the dryness entailing is also a headache for those with dry or sensitive skin types. Dryness, irritation, and even itchy skin are fairly common.
A hot shower in winter may be a soothing balm to the soul after a long day out but it may also cause dry itchy, and flaky skin no matter how often you apply moisturizer.
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1.High Water Temperature During Showering or Bathing
There’s no better enjoyment than a shower with fragrant shower gel and hot water after a long day in the chilly winterweather. The heat may ease fatigue after a long day, but high water temperature can strip the skin of its natural barrier and protective lipids. This results in dry, itching, and even scaly skin afterward.
Notably, if you have sensitive skin, you may want to steer away from extreme water temperatures, be it too hot or too cold, to avoid irritating the skin.
2. Excessive Bathing / Showering Time
Getting out of a warm shower and back to the cold air is a struggle for the best of us. Despite how much you want to feel the warm water for just a little longer, an excessively long time in the bath or shower can cause a prolonged dilation of pores, allowing for more moisture or hydration loss.
Pairing it up with hot water temperature is a recipe for dry and irritated skin after what you might think of as an enjoyable shower.
3. Over-exfoliation
Exfoliation has become a staple in self-care and hygiene routines for that smooth glow skin. But you might want to reconsider overdoing it during autumn or winter. When the natural lipids in your skin are weak, over-exfoliation can remove the last barrier that protects it. This might make your skin far more prone to environmental factors and damage in the long term.
Once or twice a week will work just fine. If you’re using a scrub or loofah — go a little easier on your skin.
4. Choosing the wrong type of cleansing product for your skin
There are a variety of shower supplies in the market, such as shower gel and shower cream. Gel body wash has a lighter consistency and a stronger cleansing power, which is perfect for normal or oily skin types.
For dry or sensitive skin types, it’s better to opt for a good shower cream. Shower creams have a thicker consistency and higher moisturizing power. They are less foamy, but they are great for protecting sensitive skin. They clean well without compromising effectiveness.
There are millions of different body wash of every variety. But it’s crucial to know which one suits your particular skin needs, especially in the dry winter.
Sanex - Care with your skin in mind
Produced in Italy, Sanex brings you a series of gentle body wash and shower gel designed with hypoallergenic care in mind. From the beloved Sanex Skin Protect Series, now comes Sanex BiomeProtect. Sanex BiomeProtect Sensitive Shower Cream is made with special prebiotic and postbiotic complexes. It helps strengthen the natural barrier of dry skin. This cream creates a nourishing environment for probiotics. It also boosts the skin's defense against harmful bacteria.
For those with sensitive skin, Sanex also brings to you Zero% Sensitive Skin Bath Foam. Dermatologically tested with 0% sulfates, 0% colourants, 0% soap and 0% fragrance. This formula provides the most sensitive skin with a pure, nourishing shower experience. Its natural moisturising ingredients cleanse your skin with 8-hour prolonged moisturizing benefits.
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