As a result of prolonged exposure of dry wind to the skin, a condition such as weakening occurs. This natural phenomenon has a destructive effect on the water-lipid barrier of the epidermis, which protects it from dehydration. In cold conditions, the body still tries to keep warm, so there is a narrowing of the blood vessels. As a result, we get very dry skin, an irritation that resembles a burn from the sun.
You can get rid of weathering in just a few days, unlike burning. However, one should always remember that these phenomena are indirectly related to each other. The wind destroys the water-lipid barrier, which prevents the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
The sun in this case causes even greater harm to weathered skin. It is noteworthy that both the wind and the sun can harm the epidermis even in cloudy weather. Residents of regions in which a temperate climate prevails almost do not face such a problem, while people exposed to strong and cold winds often suffer from such discomfort. Today we consider what to do with a weathered face.
Signs of weathered skin
In the photo of a weathered face, you can see changes in the skin. We highlight the following general signs:
- the skin turns red;
- tingling sensation;
- irritation appears, peeling;
- eyes begin to watery.
Sometimes blisters form, burning sensation disturbs, the skin acquires a swollen appearance. Often, the weathered parts of the body look like they were burned in the sun, but tissue regeneration is faster because damage is less severe.
How to speed up the skin repair process?
What to do with a weathered face? Usually the skin is restored on its own. But there are many ways to speed up this process and prevent weathering in the future.
- Refuse hot showers and baths. Of course, many in winter have a desire to soak their body in high temperature water for as long as possible. But this can even harm the skin, provoke additional irritation and dry it. For washing and bathing you need to use exclusively warm water, but in no case hot.
- Use a mild soap and a gentle washcloth. For swimming, you need to choose gentle means. In particular, detergents with antibacterial and other aggressive properties should be abandoned.
- Apply moisturizing cosmetics. On moist skin after water procedures, it is recommended to apply creams or lotions. They help maintain moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration.
- Turn on the humidifier. Too dry air in the room causes considerable discomfort to the skin, especially weathered. Therefore, it is very useful to humidify the air in the room.
- Refuse alcohol and drinks containing caffeine. Such products contribute to the dehydration of the epidermis. In this drinking regimen must be observed. You can use not only clean water without gas, but also teas, natural juices. Cracked skin indicates that there is insufficient moisture in its upper layers. The water balance of the epidermis must be maintained. This will help both in the treatment of weathering and in its prevention.
- Use straws for drinking. This advice will be useful to those who have suffered from the wind lips. You also need to temporarily abandon citrus, salty and spicy foods, because they will further irritate the skin.
- Tissue regeneration will occur faster if omega-3 acids are included in the diet. They are found in legumes, sea fish, walnuts. These substances reduce oily skin and normalize the production of skin secretion.
- Are you worried about weathered skin? What to do in this case? Eat foods with vitamin E. This valuable substance for the body can be obtained from vegetable oil, sunflower seeds, milk, almonds, cabbage, eggs, kiwi. Tocopherol significantly accelerates the recovery processes in the cells.
- For weathered lips, use a moisturizing balm. You need to apply it every hour.
- Refuse to shave. If this is not possible, then you should definitely use a moisturizing gel and only a sharp razor. The skin should be treated exclusively by hair growth.
- Refrain from foundation and powder. Makeup can increase facial irritation. In addition, she will look very ugly on flaky skin.
Now it is worth considering effective folk remedies that help to cope with weathered skin as quickly as possible.
Healing compress
You can soothe irritated skin with the following recipe. Take a glass of boiling water and pour 20 g of dried calendula flowers into it. Insist 20-30 minutes. Strain with a strainer or gauze. Divide the liquid into 2 parts, one of which should be cooled, the other heated.
For areas that are affected by the wind, you must first apply a warm compress for several minutes, and then cold - just 1 minute. This manipulation must be repeated yet. In total, the procedure should not take you more than 10 minutes. It should also be remembered that the final should always be a cold compress. Here's what to do with a weathered face.
Sea buckthorn oil
This natural product will help restore weathered skin. Simply apply it to the damaged areas overnight, the remaining funds should be removed with a napkin. If your hand is weathered, you can wear lightweight cotton gloves after using the oil.
Sea buckthorn oil is a real salvation for problems with the skin. Cosmetic brands often add it to their regenerative products. It is also widely used in medicine.
Oil in abundance contains vitamin A, ascorbic acid, tocopherol, linoleic and linolenic acids, carotenes and other valuable substances. An extract from the fruits of the plant moisturizes the skin, gives it elasticity, softens, increases elasticity, prolongs youth and accelerates healing.
Nutritious Oatmeal Mask
The skin always needs nutrition, especially weathered and damaged. To do this, you can use a special mask of home cooking. Need to grind 2 tbsp. tablespoons of oatmeal. You can use a mortar or coffee grinder for this. Add to the raw material 1 tbsp. a spoonful of olive oil. Stir thoroughly and gently apply on face. Leave to act for 10-20 minutes. Rinse off the mask with warm water without soap.
Vitamin Compress
It will take 1 tbsp. spoon of dried plants: peppermint, rosehip berries, linden, pharmacy chamomile. This collection should be filled with a glass of boiling water and left for 30 minutes. Then you need to strain the infusion. The remaining grass at the bottom of the glass must be placed between two layers of bandage or gauze.
Apply the resulting compress to the weathered parts of the body for 20 minutes. After the procedure, be sure to apply a nourishing cream. The infusion that remains can be used for washing.
Nourishing and Moisturizing Mask
What to do with a weathered face? The mask prepared according to the following recipe accelerates the process of tissue regeneration. You need to take 1 teaspoon of thick sour cream and liquid honey. Add the yolk of one egg. The ingredients should be thoroughly mixed and heated in a water bath. Apply the mask to damaged areas of the face and rinse it off with warm and then slightly cool water after 10 minutes.
Aloe Anesthetic Mask
Worried face? How to anoint the skin so that there is no discomfort? Plant juice has unique properties. Using them, you can reduce the pain that occurs as a result of chapping of the skin. To prepare a healing mixture you need to grind one leaf of aloe to a porridge-like state. Then add another component - 1 teaspoon of olive or sea buckthorn oil.
Distribute the mass in the damaged areas and leave to act for half an hour. Remove the mask with a napkin and wash with warm water. To achieve the fastest result, this procedure must be repeated 2 times a day. This will help to get rid of painful sensations as soon as possible.
Yogurt mask
How to treat a weathered face? There is another good recipe. This mixture will help remove irritation from the skin and nourish it with beneficial substances. To prepare the mask, you need 1 teaspoon of yogurt, honey and chopped oatmeal. Mix the components and apply on the face. Soak the mask for 20 minutes and rinse with water at a comfortable temperature.
Foreign pharmaceutical products
This method of skin repair is suitable for those who have absolutely no time to prepare masks and compresses. Medications help to cope even with swelling and cracks that have arisen as a result of exposure to wind.
How to smear a weathered face? Among the huge number of wound healing and restoring dermal cover preparations, the following should be highlighted:
- Antiseptic cream "Boro Plus". This medicine is made in India. It contains extracts of various local herbs. The ointment is different in that it has a lot of indications for use. In the pharmacy you can see different colors of packages. In our case, any composition is allowed. Cost - from 80 rubles per 25 ml.
- Traumeel ointment from the German company Heel is a homeopathic medicine that has proven itself in the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the epidermis. The tool can be purchased for 420 rubles for 50 g.
- If the face is chapped, how to anoint the skin? Suitable for this, the Advantan cream of the German company Bayer Pharma perfectly softens and relieves inflammation. The main active ingredient of the drug is methylprednisolone aceponate. The cream is applied once a day with a thin layer on the affected areas of the skin. Price - 570 rubles for 15 g.
Domestic medicines
What else to smear with a weathered face? The following drugs are not inferior to foreign drugs:
- Ointment "Radevit" from the Russian manufacturer "Retinoids" has a dermatoprotective effect. It softens and moisturizes. The tool relieves inflammation, enhances the protective functions of the epidermis. “Radevita” contains tocopherol, vitamin D2, petroleum jelly, glycerol and other valuable components. You can buy ointment in local pharmacies for 350 rubles for 35 g.
- Cream "Uniderm" from the Russian company "Akrikhin" has pronounced antipruritic properties. The active component of the drug is mometasone furoate. The cream eliminates inflammatory processes and promotes the healing of the skin as soon as possible. Cost - 170 rubles for 15 g.
If your face is weathered, you now know how to treat the skin. These drugs can be bought at a pharmacy without a prescription. Each tool should be used in accordance with the instructions for use, which should be familiarized with beforehand.