Now that summer is over, we are about to enter autumn and then winter. Temperatures will gradually drop. Our body, therefore, has to get used to the changes. And so does our skin, it is necessary to know the guidelines on how to treat sensitive skin.
Treating sensitive skin: The skin's reaction to cold weather
Among the consequences of the thermal downturns is the increased sebaceous secretion, through which our skin protects itself in a natural way. But the sensitive skins will notice the change a lot, and may become very dry, rosacea, even eczema, dehydrated, allergic and psoriasis.
Because of heat loss, it is going to decrease the blood supply to our skinThis will result in a reduced supply of nutrients and oxygen, making the dermis drier and more prone to wrinkles.
The first step when it comes to caring for our skin and protecting it from the cold temperatures is to carry out a proper cleaning. In a second step, it is necessary to moisturise the dermis with long-term moisturising activessuch as rose essential oil, hyaluronic acid, etc.
It is important to drink plenty of water and apply specific cosmetic products. for the recovery of damaged skin and to make it more resistant to the cold, such as Rosehip body cream, Azulene face cream, Panthenol intensive repair spray, and many other products in the SOIVRE rangewhich can be found at SOIVRE Cosmetics.
The lips
Determined parts of our body are more sensitive than others We need to be aware of how to protect them and how to treat sensitive skin. For example, the lips have no sebaceous glands and are more vulnerable to the cold.
The skin that forms the lips is very thin and sensitive and it is necessary to take special care with them. In the winter season, it is best to apply the following to them a balm or cream with active ingredients providing a protective filmwhich will prevent dehydration and the formation of cracks, such as vaseline, paraffin oil, dimethicone, etc.
During the day it is a good idea to apply a lip balm. For protection during sleeping hours, we can gently brush our lips with a toothbrush to clean them and then apply a repair balm.
For an effective protection of our lips, experts recommend products with integrated argan oil, which repairs, shines and has a pleasant taste..
The Rosehip facial cream, by SOIVRE, is rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids, which protect the skin and provide a regenerating effect.
Hands sensitive to cold
Our hands also have fewer sebaceous glands, especially on the back of the back of the head.They are also more exposed to the cold. The backs of women's hands are usually hairless, and therefore have less protection against cold temperatures. '
The consequence of such a lack of protection is often chapped hands, dry nails and the appearance of chilblains. As a precaution, and taking into account how to treat sensitive skin, avoid cold hands, and use gloves or mittens whenever possible.
Hand cream, especially if you are going outside or if your hands are going to be in contact with water, will form a protective film on your hands. protective film on the skin of the hands, and a repairing effect.
With the Rosehip hand cream, by SOIVREIn addition, it is easy to moisturise and regenerate the skin of hands that are dry and damaged due to low temperatures.
Appearance of chilblains
Chilblains are inflammations of the skin of an internal nature, They are a kind of reddish blisters, which cause pain and itching at the same time. They usually appear in winter and as a consequence of the so-called "vasoconstriction" caused by the cold.
Chilblains usually appear on the tips of the fingers, toes, ears and nose. Prevention against cold and blood stimulation is the best treatment for chilblains.
Some creams help to relax the itching effect, as is the case with the aloe vera creams. The face cream with aloe veraof SOIVREThe skin is soothed, moisturised and revitalised, giving the skin a soft, smooth and revitalised appearance.
The cheeks are also very sensitive
Especially in the case of for the youngest members of the household, and also for people with dry and sensitive skin, cheeks are prone to dryness and severe redness.
There is specific creams for sensitive cheeks and for children and babies that are very easy to apply and will help to form a film and barrier against the effects of moisture, wind and cold.