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Dry Skin
Dry skin is a common aspect of the ageing process and is seen in
most people over the age of 70 years. As skin ages, the
physiological changes leading to dryness result in itching and
flaking, especially when the weather is cold and dry. This is due
both to a decrease in secretions from the oil glands and a
reduction in the skin barrier leading to quicker skin irritation.
Other than ageing, a severely dry skin can indicate various
conditions e.g. psoriasis, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, or an
overactive thyroid gland or allergic reaction. Itching can also
indicate a reaction to a number of medications or drugs, including
anticancer drugs.
As one ages, our skin also becomes more susceptible to irritation
from contact with various materials, a condition known as contact
dermatitis. This could indicate an allergy has developed to any
substance including: wool or lanolin, the oil in wool, soap,
detergent, or bleach used in the wash.
Prevention of Contact Dermatitis includes: wearing loose fitting
clothing; changing your laundry detergent; washing new clothes
before wearing them.
Regular soaking with Dead Sea bath salts and then applying a
moisturizer recommended by your doctor can also alleviate
uncomfortable symptoms. This is due to the high mineral content
in the Dead Sea Salt, which helps both in cleansing and replacing
required electrolytes necessary for healthy skin.
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