The dermatologist spoke about the features of hand skin care in winter

Dermatologist, cosmetologist, trichologist Yana Shatskaya spoke about the features of hand skin care in winter.

In an interview with the Health Mail on December 16, the specialist explained that basic hand skin care in winter consists of regular use of moisturizers. The doctor recommended giving preference to dermatocosmetics, creams that combine cosmetic and therapeutic effects and are designed to solve specific skin problems. According to her, such products are sold in pharmacies and have not only moisturizing and nourishing, but also therapeutic properties.

Shatskaya noted that she usually advises applying the cream 5-10 times a day, and if necessary, up to 20 times, always after each hand wash. The dermatologist also pointed out the existence of special cold creams suitable for people who have cracks on their fingers or palms during the cold season. These products also relate to dermatocosmetics and are especially recommended for athletes involved in winter sports and young children.

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The day before, dermatologist and cosmetologist Irina Kotova, in an interview with RT, said that products with ceramides and lipids will help restore the protective layer of the skin in winter. The expert noted that to restore the protective barrier of the skin, it is worth choosing products with ceramides and lipids, and using aggressive components such as acids and retinol with caution, the website writes kp.ru . She also recommended a gentle two- or three-step cleansing of the skin and emphasized the importance of additional protection for lips and hands. 360.ru .

At the same time Pravda.Ru She wrote that intensive winter care helps the skin to adapt to the cold faster, reduces sensitivity and maintains comfort by improving moisture retention, protecting from wind and frost and smoothing the tone. At the same time, dense textures may be unusual for oily skin and require more thorough cleansing.

In winter, experts recommend washing your face with warm or slightly cool water, avoiding hot water, and using mild cleansers. The procedure is recommended to be performed twice a day, after which gently pat the skin with a towel and apply a tonic to restore the pH.

In November, dermatovenerologist Anastasia Razbezhkina stated that light makeup is as necessary as clothes. Basic care, as she clarified, consists of only three steps: washing, serum and cream.

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