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The level of moisture in the air changes with the temperature. We are talking about relative humidity. It should be around 40-60%. However, the home HVAC system and the weather conditions make a big difference.
Dry air and skin problems
Do you have a problem with dry, itchy and red skin? Believe it or not, it doesn’t have to be an allergy. It often appears in the fall and winter period. Primary triggers include low temperature, dry air, and central heating. Dry and cracked skin loses its protective function and physical barrier.
Microbes, allergens and harmful chemicals can penetrate these microdamages. Then they cause various infections. They lead to allergic and serious skin diseases.
How can I reduce the impact of dry air on dry skin?
First of all, start taking care of your skin every day. Avoid long, hot baths and showers. Also, give up soaps and aggressive cleaning preparations. What else is worth remembering?
Use only mild cosmetics such as Betulin Skin Dry Over FEEDSKIN Moisturizing Serum for dry and dehydrated skin. Also remember to intensely moisturize, especially after a bath or shower. Choose fabrics that are skin-friendly. Natural fibers such as cotton and silk allow the skin to breathe freely.
You can buy a set of hemp cosmetics for dry and very dry skin today at medonetmarket.pl. The cosmetics have a 100% natural composition and nourish, leaving the skin fully cared for.
For everyday use, it is also worth ordering EPTA CREME body lotion for dry and dehydrated skin and EPTA CREME set for cleaning and care of dry and dehydrated skin, which includes: EPTA CREME cleansing preparation for dry and dehydrated skin and a face cream for dry skin and dehydrated EPTA CREME.
- Dry skin – causes, methods of care
Dry air and upper respiratory tract infections
The upper respiratory tract includes the sinuses, nasal cavity, pharynx, and larynx. Infections can occur at any time, but most often in the fall and winter. The basic symptoms include:
● cough,
● sneezing,
● nasal discharge,
● nasal congestion,
● qatar,
● fever,
● scratching or sore throat,
● nasal breathing.
Dry air can tire us. On the other hand it perfect environment for viruses. The particles float freely in the air. Therefore, it is easier for you to catch a cold.
- The first symptoms of a respiratory infection that must not be ignored
Dry air and non-allergic rhinitis
Rhinitis is inflammation and swelling of the nose. It is often triggered by allergies. However, it may have a different basis. The triggering factors include:
● viruses,
● weather changes,
● dry air,
● air pollutants such as fumes, smoke, solid particles,
● spicy food or drink,
● certain medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and hormones
● hormonal changes in the body,
● alcohol,
● aging.
The most common symptoms include a runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing and flowing thick mucus down the back of the throat from the nose and sinuses.
In order to soothe irritations appearing around the nose in case of rhinitis, it is worth using Octenisan md – a nasal gel that moisturizes and cleans the nasal vestibules.
See also: Chronic Rhinitis – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Dry air and dry eyes
Winter is a very difficult time of the year for our eyes. The combination of cold outside air and dry hot air from the central heating system can dry out and irritate them. The first symptoms of this condition may be itchy eyes, a feeling of sand under the eyelids or red eyes. It is important to moisturize them properly. Use eye drops regularlyand if they do not help – consult your eye doctor for symptoms.
Read more: Eye drops – how to properly instill eyes?
Dry air and chronic headache
Do you suffer from severe headaches regularly? If so, you are not alone. According to the World Health Organization headaches are the most common disorder of the nervous system. About 1-2% of adults experience them at least once a year. While some people assume that stress and anxiety are the cause of their headache, low humidity can also be a factor.
When you stay in a dry room for long periods, you will likely have a dry nose problem. At some point, the mucous membranes will become inflamed and irritated. This leads to a sinus headache. Inflammation restricts normal blood flow through the sinuses.
As you can see, dry air can have a negative impact on our health. Therefore, remember to control the level of humidity. The easiest way to do this is by regularly ventilating the apartment or by purchasing an air humidifier, which can significantly improve its indoor quality. We recommend the Vitammy Mist Therapeutic Steam Humidifier, which is currently available on Medonet Market at a discounted price. To make the air in your home better and more comfortable to breathe, try an air purifier that you can buy at Medonet Market, such as the J001PLUS Air Purifier with 6 levels of filtration or the TM-AIR 27 Filtering and Ionizing Air Purifier.