Published on Jun 22, 2022 | 3:03 PM
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As we gear up for the summer heat it’s not only important to stay on top of your water intake to stay hydrated, but you should also be taking precautions to hydrate your skin. The higher temperatures and sun can cause havoc on your skin and knowing the right steps to take to keep your skin supple and moisturized is important for damage prevention and anti-aging.
You can tell if your skin is already dehydrated if your skin feels less plump than normal, is red with itchy or irritated patches, or if you’re starting to see flakiness on the skin. Note that dry skin does not necessarily mean you are physically dehydrated, however making sure you drink enough water is helpful to keeping your skin healthy.
There are many ways to hydrate your skin, however if you notice your skin is already dehydrated a few pointers from our dermatologists to get you back on track are:
It’s important to moisturize often and understand that moisturizer only holds in the water that is already on your skin, this is one reason that applying lotion and a moisturizer right after a shower or washing your face can help to keep your skin hydrated.
Depending on your climate, hydrating during the different seasons requires different skincare routines. If it’s warm and humid out, skin needs less moisturizer as it will not lose it that easily in that environment. During the summer you will also use lighter, more lotion products versus heavier creams and ointments that are better for colder, winter months.
Some other tips are to use products that are fragrance free, as they can irritate dry skin or use natural products made with shea butter or coconut oil. If you have acne prone skin try using an oil free moisturizer.
For long term, dry, itchy or irritated skin, CallonDoc can evaluate any skincare issues easily online. Simply visit Call-On-Doc, select which condition you’d like our dermatologists to review and take a few pictures of your skin. After answering a few health questions, our providers will review your consultation and connect with you on treatment options. Most visits are $39.99, and subscription plans are available for conditions like acne, psoriasis, eczema, and others. Get treated the same day without the need for an appointment or insurance with CallonDoc and pick up your prescription from your pharmacy the same day.
English graduate and Call-On-Doc’s medical resource guide, Wayne C. Hahne is an experienced and passionate medical education content expert. Through diligent research, provider interviews and utilizing the industry's leading resources for wellness information, it is Mr. Hahne’s personal mission to educate the general public on medical conditions with in-depth and easy-to-understand written guides.
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