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Preventing Dry Hands
Are your hands dry? Are they chapped or peeling to the point of discomfort or pain? Cold weather, countless hand washing, or an ailment could be causing your dryness. So how do we prevent getting dry hands? Preventing dry hands should be a priority because the condition can impact your daily activities.
Why do my hands get dry?
We wash our hands many times throughout the day. Recent polling suggests people wash their hands five times in 24 hours on average. Washing your hands is essential for ridding yourself of germs we obtain during our daily routines. Unfortunately, washing our hands too often results in dryness in our skin. During the autumn and winter months, the humidity in the outdoor air decreases significantly. Indoor heating causes the air to get even drier inside. Washing our hands intensifies the dryness depleting natural oils from our skin. The dryness leads to cracking, peeling, and bleeding.
For some people, frequently washing their hands is necessary for their jobs. Doctors, nurses, and others working in a healthcare facility are more likely to wash their hands very often to avoid spreading germs or illnesses. Careers that expose workers to chemicals demand frequent hand washing. Examples include hairstylists, barbers, and factory workers. There are also medical conditions that are the result of dry hands. Eczema is a skin condition that causes itching, irritation, and dryness in the skin. This ailment also can cause cracking, peeling, and bleeding in the hands.
What can I do to prevent dry hands?
For those with eczema, stress can prompt a flare-up. The National Eczema Association recommends helpful destressing techniques such as taking slow, deep breaths, performing light exercises, listening to classical music, and going outside for a walk around your neighborhood.
One of the best ways to prevent dry hands involves applying moisturizing applications. Medical experts recommend generously administering moisturizer products. They believe preventing dry hands involves moisturizing before you see dryness. Dermatologists recommend applying a moisturizer several times a day. Leaving moisturizing products in several household rooms can help remind you to use the moisturizer.
The aloe vera plant is known for its healing properties for those suffering from indigestion. The prickly plant also combats radiation from electronic devices. Applying an aloe vera gel can also soothe your dry skin and sunburns. If you have an aloe vera plant, you can trim one of its stems, cut the stem open, and administer the natural aloe gel to your dry hands.
Gloves are another option for protecting your hands. Cotton gloves are hypoallergenic and contain durable fabric. They regulate moisture, insulate, and offer comfort. Additionally, you can wear rubber gloves when washing dishes or cleaning up after your pets.
You may also want to avoid hot air dryers for your hands. The heat zaps the natural oils and only worsens dryness. Hand dryers are becoming more popular in public buildings. If your workplace does not offer paper towels, you might want to ask your building’s management to supply them. If that is not an option, consider making the extra expense and bringing paper towels to work for your benefit.
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