3 steps to skin allergies management

Effective approach to managing skin allergies has three components. You must first understand the situation, then you should know that if the reaction sparks and skin, and thirdly, you must take care of your skin.
Many people think that allergies only affect the respiratory or digestive system, but can also affect your largest body - your skin. As with other allergies the immune system overreacts to the presence of certain substances and releases inflammation-producing chemicals. Do some research and talk to your doctor. You can be sure to monitor your skin condition better if you are sure you understand what causes it.

The second element of the management of the sensitivity of the skin is to identify and then eliminate allergens and irritants that start itching / scratching cycle. There are over three thousand known players skin sensitivity. Many natural, but there are many artificial ones as well.

Man-made common trigger is latex, which comes from the sap of rubber trees in Brazil. Can of natural proteins and those added in the manufacturing process causes an allergic reaction. Most people are aware that this can lead to reactions if you wear latex gloves. However latex is also present in baby pacifiers, balloons, erasers, pencils, flexible segments of underwear. There may also be problems when latex particles become airborne and inhaled. If you have a latex allergy try to avoid the use of materials, vinyl or plastic whenever possible.

Nickel is another trigger. In addition to objects containing nickel and clear bright as silver, jewelry and nickel is also present in everyday objects such as a bathroom, scissors and kitchen cabinet handles and zippers. Mascara, eye shadow and eye pencils also contain nickel. Experts estimate that the number of people who suffer from a nickel allergy has risen about 40% over the last decade. Many people think that this is due to the popularity of body piercing. Some natural foods as the nickel content and people who suffer from severe symptoms may need to restrict their diet under medical supervision. Currently, there is no way to desensitize a person with a nickel allergy. Avoidance is the best strategy.

The third element of effective management and take care of your skin. The best thing to do is keep your fingernails short to limit the damage caused by scratching.

Condition of managing your skin hydration, it is first and soften the skin to ensure it does not dry out. Your doctor may recommend the use of topical corticosteroids to control inflammation.

When you take a bath soak in lukewarm water for 20 to 30 minutes. You do not have hot baths or showers, as the heat will increase skin dryness and itching. You can add oatmeal or baking soda to the bath for a calming effect, but it does not help to moisturize the skin.

Use a mild soap or cleanser is pH neutral soap (pH 7). If you want to add bath oils that you have been in the water so that you can retain moisture. Do not use bubble baths as they can form a barrier that prevents the bathwater moisturizing your skin.

After you pat dry your skin with a bath soft towel. This helps to retain moisture. Immediately after drying your skin apply a lotion or cream to keep rain moisture on the skin.

To take care of your skin and you will also need to avoid situations that arise extreme physical contact, heavy perspiration, or heavy clothing. This may mean avoiding some sports. Swimming is permissible if you rinse your skin as soon as you leave chlorine pool, and use a moisturizer after you dry.

Follow these three steps, you will be able to control the sensitivity of the skin and reduce the impact on your daily life.