7 Psoriasis Skin Care Tips!

Medications, topical treatments, and other therapies are often used to treat the itchy, inflamed skin that accompanies psoriasis. To speed up treatment, a few simple changes to your daily routine can promote healing and minimize flare-ups of psoriasis.

These seven tips can help:

1.Keep your skin moist


An inherent element of psoriasis therapy, used regardless of the severity and extent of skin lesions, are moisturizing preparations intended for external use. Particularly noteworthy are natural products used externally in skin diseases, without fragrances and artificial dyes that may increase the risk of allergic reactions.

After bathing or showering, gently pat in the lotion or cream. Reapply it during the day and after changing clothes. Use more often in cold or dry weather.

Another way to moisturize your skin is to use a home humidifier, especially when the air is hot and dry. If the heating is on, also turn on the humidifier. This will help your skin retain moisture better.

2.Take a relaxing warm bath or shower


Relief of irritated skin can be provided by a bath with the addition of mild soap, oil, finely ground oatmeal or Dead Sea salt. Remember, however, that too hot water and some cosmetics can irritate sensitive skin even more. In the next blog you will learn which cosmetic ingredients you should avoid in psoriasis and other skin diseases.

Try not to rub the skin with a towel while drying it. Instead, gently pat your body dry. Rubbing can irritate the skin and even cause new lesions to appear. Use a moisturizing cream after bathing.

3.Don't be stressed

Research shows that stress can worsen the skin condition and exacerbate itching. Many people noticed the first symptoms of psoriasis appear on their skin as a result of stress.

There are many ways to reduce stress. Build a support system for family and friends. Think about what is most important to you and spend time on it. Yoga, meditation and deep breathing help.

Other ways to relieve stress:

  • Eat healthy.
  • Drink a lot of water.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Sleep a lot.

4.Avoid spicy foods

Such as alcohol lotions, deodorizing soaps, acids (glycolic, salicylic and lactic), and even some washing liquids and powders. They can irritate your sensitive skin. Check the materials your clothes are made of. Make sure they are soft and comfortable. Avoid wool and mohair.


5.Try not to scratch or touch the psoriasis areas


With severe itching, scratching is unfortunately inevitable. The itching can cause wounds to form, which may result in infections. Wounds can cause psoriasis outbreaks in places where there weren't any previously. Use soothing products to soothe or completely reduce itching.

 

6.Light therapy


Light therapy or UVB phototherapy can be an effective treatment for psoriasis. A dermatologist can recommend and supervise a treatment. Depending on the needs, it may include treatment of the whole body or treatment aimed at a selected area.

For some people, sunlight may be just as effective as light therapy. However, the National Psoriasis Foundation believes sunlight is not as effective as phototherapy. In addition, be careful when out in the sun, as some medications can increase the risk of sunburn.

Anyone interested in light therapy should talk to their doctor about appropriate treatment options.



7.Change of diet


Dietary changes can help reduce the symptoms of psoriasis. However, keep in mind that there is no diet that can treat psoriasis directly.

Patients suffering from psoriasis are advised to eat three basic diets that can be helpful in managing the symptoms of the disease:

Mediterranean diet: This diet contains many anti-inflammatory foods that can help reduce overall inflammation in your body.

A diet rich in valuable nutrients: People with psoriasis can help reduce symptoms by maintaining a moderate weight through a nutritious diet, which is one that contains all the nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. It is worth using the help of a dietitian who will help you establish a complete menu.

Gluten-free diet: This diet can help people with gluten sensitivity or allergies who also live with psoriasis. Some people find that gluten-containing foods trigger their symptoms. To identify which foods may be causing a flare-up, a person with psoriasis can keep a food diary and track any symptoms they may have after eating certain foods.



To sum up...

Psoriasis causes inflammation and itching of the skin. Treatment can help prevent relapses and relieve symptoms. Using a moisturizer, following a nutritious diet and managing stress, as well as avoiding alcohol and quitting smoking can also help reduce the symptoms of psoriasis.