Hand care should, as a matter of course, be part of general personal hygiene. However, we tend to forget this, especially in healthy times. However, if problems occur, they can affect our overall well-being and attitude to life.
In order to optimally support the skin and skin protection, it is important to strengthen the skin’s natural protection in good time and, above all, regularly. We have summarized 5 simple steps for this: Hand care: A simple hand care routine
The right care for your hands
Dry hands are a regular problem. This is because frequent hand washing and disinfecting not only stresses the skin, but can also dry it out. Water that is too hot when cleaning has a similar effect. But how exactly can the skin’s moisture balance be supported and additional moisture not be removed from the skin?
We take our hands for granted. Only when discomfort occurs do we notice them. Yet they support us throughout our lives. And that is precisely why it is so important to treat them with care. But this is not always so easy in everyday life.
But anyone who suffers from dry and cracked hands knows how unpleasant and sometimes painful it can be. It tightens, itches or the skin even cracks in very dry areas. Dry skin is always a sign of a damaged skin barrier. This allows moisture to escape and pathogens to penetrate.
Regardless of whether external factors or illnesses are the cause. It is crucial to take the right steps to combat dryness. Because only then will we benefit from them throughout our lives. Good hand care tips are therefore essential.
Simple hand care routine in 5 steps
Dry skin is also always a sign of too little or incorrect care. This often results in rough or cracked skin areas, which can be prevented with the following tips:
1. successful care also means above all cleanliness. Regular cleaning of the hands and careful drying should be part of the daily care routine. Above all, this is simple, inexpensive and effective.
To avoid putting additional strain on the skin barrier, a skin-neutral or pH-neutral and moisturizing soap is recommended. Above all, this means using a cleanser with the skin’s natural pH value. And of course, don’t forget to use cold or lukewarm water. This supports the skin and its natural protective functions.
2. hands and nails need moisture above all else. Regular application of cream immediately after washing prevents the skin from drying out. Ingredients such as urea (urea), shea butter or spiralin provide the skin with important moisture and protection.
But stay away from fragrances or allergenic additives. This applies to all skin types, whether sensitive or normal skin. Only ingredients that support the skin should be used. Less is simply more.
3. an intensive treatment for stressed and sensitive skin can be applied once a week. There are now hand baths that provide particularly intensive care. However, intensive care can also be achieved with a larger portion of care. Simply apply the product more thickly and leave it on for longer if the skin needs it.
Home remedies such as honey or olive oil also pass on nourishing active ingredients to the skin. A natural alternative for well-groomed hands. Gentle scrubs make the skin soft and supple. This removes dry flakes of skin so that the care product can then be better absorbed by the skin.
4. relaxation or yoga make it so easy to have beautiful but also healthy hands. Massages are also recommended, they are good for you and support blood circulation. This can alleviate discomfort and improve sleep. And as we all know, it is during deep sleep that the body, skin and mind regenerate.
5 Good and healthy blood circulation is an important aspect of preventive care. Especially for older people. This is because several risk factors can come together here, such as “calcified” vessels or a weakened immune system. Taking medication can increase the risk of falling ill and can have an impact on the immune system.
Skin problems are therefore very common in people with diabetes. It is therefore important to have typical signs recognized quickly by an expert and to react appropriately.
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