Beauty & Health Suggestions

Dry skin is usually a big issue during the winter because of central heating, open flames, and the cold wind outside, however, the sunniest season of the year can also rob your skin of moisture.

If you think I'm bluffing, here are some reasons why you can get dry skin during summer and what you have to do to prevent it.

Spending too much time in the water can make your skin dry out. Water can help hydrate your skin, but if the water is on the surface of your skin, it will quickly dehydrate your skin once it has evaporated.

The salt in ocean water also acts as a dehydrating agent just like the chlorine in swimming pools. This is why fresh water showers are providing in public swimming pools as well as in some beaches; so that you can remove these drying agents from your body as soon as possible.

Once you've washed off the irritating agents, be sure to apply a natural skin moisturizer and some sunblock. This may seem tedious, but it if you want to protect your skin during summer and still be able to play in the sun, then your best bet is to follow these simple steps.

Another way to get all the dry skin relief you need without having to get out of the water, is by using a shielding lotion. Shielding lotions contain a high level of silicone which help keep the lipid barrier of your skin intact. The layer of shielding lotion will repel water from the surface of your skin; however, you have to make sure that you apply it before getting your toes wet.

Drinking too much alcohol and caffeine can also help promote skin dryness. During the summer, it's not uncommon for people refresh themselves by drinking fruity alcohol drinks, iced coffee, and caffeinated sodas. However, watch your intake or you may dehydrate your body.

Instead try natural fruits juices and iced teas (without additional sugar) to quench your thirst. Of course, your best option is to drink fresh, cool water. This can help your body stay hydrated while keeping your core temperature down.

Your cleansing routine is also important during the summer. To help your skin absorb moisturize in the best possible manner, it is advisable to exfoliate. Exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells and prepares your skin to be moisturized.

Be careful when exfoliating. In fact, if you are too aggressive when exfoliating, you may cause actual damage to your skin. If you'd like, you can use salt or sugar to exfoliate gently, or better yet, you can use a natural skin care product that contains micro-crystals.

If you want to moisturizer your skin even further, you need to find the right moisturizer or moisturizing products. When treating dry skin you need a very thick and creamy moisturizer. If you choose you can even use oils, such as olive oil or rose hip oil to get a better hydration.