Dry skin on the legs has less elasticity and therefore is more susceptible to the negative effects of external factors. The problem of dry skin, many people simply do not attach importance. Excessive dryness of the skin is the first sign of a violation of the protective function of the skin. The consequences of neglect can be not only cosmetic defects, but even a violation of the motor function of the body.
Dry skin on the legs is characterized by peeling and keratinization, which causes many women to resort to the help of a podologist. Most of these visits take place only in the summer, although foot skin should be cared for all year round. A prolonged neglect of the feet can lead to cracks and pain.
Skin dryness may also be due to eczema, psoriasis, thyroid disease, diabetes mellitus, lack of vitamins, metabolic disorders of the foot, old age.
Among the huge number of cosmetic products for foot care presented by manufacturers, one can get lost. Care should begin with the use of a special peeling. Dry skin on the legs under the action of this tool will gently exfoliate. This peeling also prepares the skin of the feet for further procedures. In combination with special therapeutic baths, peeling gives more effective results.
Very dry skin on the legs, thanks to such baths, will become more elastic and lively. For very dry skin, the use of components such as iris, oak bark, sage, yarrow, marigold claws, wild chestnut, almonds, corn, oats, wheat and bran is recommended. Paraffin baths also have beneficial effects on the skin of the legs. Dry feet should be kept in warm water with a means diluted in it for no more than five minutes. The frequency of water procedures should not be less than twice a week. Grape seed oil and Macadamia nut, as well as jojoba oil, contribute to the rapid renewal of dry skin of the feet, moisturizing it intensively.
If you have very dry skin on your legs, then apple paste will help normalize moisture levels. The apple must be boiled in milk, cut into pieces. Then cool the gruel and put on the skin of the legs, covering it with gauze or a napkin. After half an hour, wash off the paste, and smear the skin with cream and put on socks.
Dry leg skin can be treated with aromatic oils. The most popular are myrtle oil, as well as tea tree oil and patchouli. Manufacturers of cosmetics offer foot creams, which contain the same oils.
At home, dry skin of the legs can be spread with kefir or serum. This procedure should be performed twice a week. These products containing fermented milk bacteria, perfectly soften the skin. If dry feet are not caused by a disease of any internal organ, then ten procedures will be sufficient to restore skin health.
Dry skin on the legs may be due to fungus, as well as thyroid disease. In addition, the hereditary factor should be taken into account.
In order for the skin of the legs to stay healthy longer, it is necessary to carefully choose soap, and also try to avoid various heating devices that dry not only air, but also the skin.
After taking a bath at least once a week, you should not only rub dry skin well, but also rub cream into it. Lemon juice will help maintain optimal water balance. It is enough to lubricate the dry skin of their legs after a shower, and then rinse off.
You must also carefully choose shoes. Attention should be paid to the convenience and comfort of socks, and not a fashionable design or high heel. Shoes should not hold down your legs, but only gently hug them, protecting from the outside world.