![]() ![]() Use a moisturising oil, cream or lotion liberally after patting yourself dry from the shower or bath. 8 Cut showers down to a maximum of 10 minutes, only have one per day and lower the temperature and time spent in the bath. The rash with small bumps and itchiness is often caused by having dry skin and so avoiding the skin getting dry in the first place is the best treatment. ![]() Check also washing detergents those with fragrances, dyes and specific chemicals can cause rashes and can make itchiness worse as we layer on the clothing. 14 Using strong fragranced soaps, bubble baths and other chemicals can further add to the problem. 7 Hot water strips our skin of its protective oils in the outer layer, which prevents the cells from locking in the moisture. The lower humidity in the air and cold temperatures contribute to the dryness, but we don’t help ourselves with long hot showers and baths. The extremes in temperature from freezing cold to heated homes and offices in winter can bring with it an itchy rash for some people during the winter months. Sleeping in cotton gloves and socks can also help after applying the oil or moisturiser and avoid walking with slippery feet! 13 A customer who suffers from an itchy winter skin rash after being out in the cold for too long ![]() 12 The key to healthy skin on the hands and feet is to use products regularly and consistently. 7 Products containing a minimum of 10% urea can be very helpful for cracked feet. Avoid harsh soaps and especially those containing fragrances or alcohol as these can further irritate the skin. Keeping our skin moisturised with regular applications of an emollient or product can help to prevent the skin cracking. A customer with dry and cracked hands and feet during the winter monthsĭry, cracked hands and feet can be very painful and can get worse during the winter months when extreme weather conditions and central heating dry out the skin further. 11 Last but not least, cover up as much as possible when the weather is really cold. 11 If you are concerned about this, it’s recommended to have a conversation with your doctor who may prescribe an antibiotic or antifungal cream to treat the problem. 11 If they are hot, painful, sore or swollen, it could be a sign of infection. When it is cold, avoid licking your lips as it can make them feel sore. The skin can become cracked, sore and even bleed. 9 A customer with chapped skin, particularly on their lipsĬold weather can cause our skin to get chapped especially on areas that are exposed to extreme weather. In severe cases, an anti-histamine tablet can help break the itch-scratch-itch cycle. Use mild soaps or bath oils and avoid any alcohol based products which can dry it out further. 8 Moisturise the skin frequently throughout the day and especially after a shower or bath when the skin is still moist with a product such as Bio-Oil Dry Skin Gel. 7 Preventing the skin from getting to this sore, itchy and broken state is far better than cure. We end up in a cycle which can leave our skin cracked. When we scratch our skin to relieve an itch, we stimulate the release of chemicals called histamines and these further cause itching. Many of us get dry and itchy skin, particularly in the winter when we wear more clothes and our skin is challenged by both cold weather and central heating. Be prepared for it to be messy! 6 A customer with tight, dry and itchy skin during the winter months This should be applied for a few hours, or if possible, overnight. 5 By applying a descaling preparation (containing coconut oil and salicylic acid) before shampooing, thick scales can be removed. 4 For best results, wash into the scalp, then wait at least 5 minutes before rinsing. Anti-dandruff shampoos, anti-yeast creams or ointments containing agents such as clotrimazole, econzaole or ketoconazole can be used regularly. 4 The rash can be red and with greasy looking skin flakes. If the dry, irritated scalp is caused by an overgrowth of yeast on the skin, then a medicated shampoo can help. 2 Stimulating the scalp by treating ourselves to a massage, particularly with an oil such as peppermint or coconut can help. 1 We can make simple changes to help, such as, washing our hair more frequently, rinsing shampoo fully from the scalp and using a conditioner after shampooing. A customer with a dry and flaky scalpĪ dry and flaky scalp can have a number of causes including seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, and using too much shampoo. In the following blog, Pharmacist Consultant Deborah Evans shares the advice she gives to customers on how to tackle five different winter skin issues. Pharmacists are well placed to engage with patients on how to effectively treat winter skin conditions but to do so, knowledge and confidence is key. ![]()
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