I Hate My Skin

Ever since I had kids, my skin has been crazy. Some days it's too oily, and other days it's too dry. To be honest, I would rather have oily skin, because at least with that I don't have flakes.

Yes, that's right. When my skin gets dry, it looks like I have dandruff all over my body. My face gets especially flaky, especially during the winter months. In the past I have blamed it on the dry heat in the house, which I am sure contributed some, and to the hot, steamy showers I like to take. During the nicer months of the year, I find my skin does better. Probably because there is no heat in the house, and I don't take hot showers. But, like I said, these are my reasons. I am going to do a little digging and see if maybe I can find the real reasons behind my dry skin. I am secretly hoping that I am right!

Well, I did find some interesting facts. Dry Skin can be caused by a hormone imbalance, eczema, and even improperly hydrated skin. Allergic reactions can also cause skin to dry out. I didn't see anything about hot showers or heat, but I am pretty sure that those two thing can lead to skin not being properly hydrated. Add to that the fact that I only like to drink water in the summer...weird, I know...and I'm pretty sure we are looking at a problem that can be easily treated. I think I need to use a moisturizer on my face, especially one that is formulated to help my skin stay hydrated. I am guilty of using soap on my face every day, which my sister says does not help my skin, and can actually make my problems worse. I should have followed my mother's example. She has used the same product on her face ever since I was a little girl, and she still has beautiful skin.

I am off to find a product that will help my dry/oily/combination horrible skin.

Re-Hydrate Your Skin

I learned something today.

I learned that Emu Oil can re-hydrate your skin. I have been having dry skin issues with my right hand because of a reaction I had to some soap, and so far have not been able to find a product to help. I think I might have today. Not only can Emu Oil re-hydrate skin, it is high in Omega 6, which gives it anti-inflammatory properties. It is also a great moisturizer. Just reading everything this oil can do makes me want some to try on my hand.

Progressive Emu also offers creams and lotions, so I might just have to stock up. With my sensitive skin, I am probably going to have more reactions in the future. Hopefully these products will help me avoid the dry skin and irritation that comes with each reaction. Or maybe I'll just use their products, and avoid the reactions altogether.