How to remove peeling from the face? A beautician answers

Autumn: begins. Our skin becomes like the Sahara Desert. In some people, the entire facial skin dries in autumn and winter, while in others, only certain areas dry. With exfoliation, it is difficult to apply foundation evenly and you often feel confident without makeup. Why do they appear and how to remove them? We asked a LIQ skinbar beautician and esthetician.

Zhana Kushnir

Why does peeling occur in autumn and winter?

In winter, the skin experiences severe stress. Heat, lack of oxygen and sunlight, sudden changes in temperature and air humidity, icy wind – all this worsens his condition.

The most common causes of peeling include:

— temperature changes indoors and outdoors;

— hot batteries;

– improper home skin care;

– low air humidity.

These factors contribute to the drying of the skin and the reduction of its protective functions. As a result, it becomes dehydrated and begins to peel and crack. By correctly determining the source of the problem, you can prevent the appearance of such symptoms and ensure reliable protection of the epidermis.

How to prevent this?

To prevent flaking on your facial skin, you should follow the following recommendations:

– drink enough clean water daily (about two liters, you need to calculate this individually by weight);

— make sure the humidity level in the room is at least 60%;

— adjust your home care: minimize products containing acids and retinol, eliminate abrasive particles during cleansing stages, add more nutrients and protection;

– avoid very high temperatures, including hot baths;

— install indoor air humidifiers;

– wash your face with warm, not hot water;

— Refuse facial care products that contain aggressive acidic and alcohol.

The condition of the skin depends on nutrition, so the diet should be balanced and varied. Enrich it with foods containing unsaturated fatty acids, zinc, as well as vegetables and fruits rich in fiber and vitamin C.

Multivitamin dietary supplements may be recommended to prevent hypovitaminosis. A specialist will help you choose the appropriate complex and eliminate contraindications.

How to care for peeling so that it disappears?

Facial skin care in winter should be comprehensive, competent, consistent and regular. All skin care products should be selected taking into account the needs of this skin type and the individual characteristics of the body.

During this period, you need to use a moisturizer, protect your skin from cold weather, and use moisturizing masks and serums regularly.

What remedies will help?

As home care products, you should use:

— moisturizing products containing urea, thermal water and milk thistle oil;

– glycerin, petroleum jelly and emollients with high lipid content;

– soothing and anti-itch products containing zinc, copper and plant extracts.

– Cleansers with a pH level of 5–5.5 – this is exactly the sign of healthy skin. After cleansing, dry your face with a soft tissue or towel.