Itchy face: what to do with itchy skin

When the face itches, you don’t know what is more frustrating – the discomfort and nervous condition that causes itching of the skin of the face, or the red spots that remain after scratching. Let’s talk about these problems in detail and try to solve them.

What you need to know about itchy skin

It’s hard not to notice that your face is itchy. If this continues for several days without a specific reason (insect bites do not count), then you need to sound the alarm. Not only because skin itching and redness can be a symptom of a skin or other disease (more on that below).

The consequences of scratching are also not the most joyful. First of all, because we damage the skin as a result. Outcome?

  • There are abrasions and wounds.

  • The epidermis becomes defenseless against infections, bacteria, etc.

  • At the site of injury, pigmentation often forms, and in the worst case, scarring.

Read more about skin protection during allergy season here.

We will keep silent about the aesthetic side of the matter – everything is obvious here. Covering reddened areas can cause an even more acute reaction. So for us the most important task is to break the vicious circle of “itching-combing”, and for this you need to quickly determine the cause of itching of the skin of the face and eliminate it.

Our test will help you find out if you are taking care of your skin properly.

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Why does the face itch: causes of itchy skin

Itching of the skin can occur due to a variety of factors. Below we tell why the face itches.

Allergy

The most common allergens that cause skin reactions are:

  • Food;

  • medicines;

  • cosmetics.

An allergic reaction is usually accompanied by a rash and itching.

Sensitive skin

Yes, reactive skin can easily respond with facial itching to:

  • inadequately selected care;

  • abuse of peels (both scrubs and acids);

  • ingredient causing individual intolerance.

Environmental impact

Prolonged exposure to cold or sun sometimes causes itching on the skin of the face. By the way, photodermatitis is an allergic skin reaction to ultraviolet radiation. And if the face is very itchy – one of the symptoms.

skin diseases

A number of dermatological diseases are always (or very often) accompanied by itching on the face. Here are the most common:

  • eczema;

  • seborrheic dermatitis;

  • psoriasis;

  • atopic dermatitis.

In this case, it is necessary to consult a doctor, select medication and proper skin care.

Diseases of various organs and systems

Itching on the face can indicate not only skin, but also other diseases, the list of which is quite extensive.

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What to do if the face itches

What to do if the face itches? Of course, see a doctor. However, careful care and cleansing of the skin is also necessary.

Tips from dermatologist Alexander Prokofiev, medical expert at La Roche-Posay:

  1. care should be minimal – it is better to limit yourself to cleansing and moisturizing;

  2. choose gentle cleansers that support the skin’s hydrolipidic barrier;

  3. use special care products designed for sensitive, allergy-prone skin.

Our formulas for sensitive skin use only the most essential ingredients, as well as skin-protecting and soothing ingredients to prevent facial itching.”

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Cosmetic procedures for itchy skin

Until the skin returns to normal and stops itching, cosmetic procedures are excluded. Now it’s really not up to them.

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Overview of products for itchy skin

  • Intensive soothing care for hypersensitive and allergic skin Toleriane Dermallergo, La Roche-Posay has a fluid texture. The main place in the formula is given to neurosensin – a peptide that reduces the negative reaction of the skin to any irritants, including the face will stop itching.

  • Lipid-replenishing balm for face and body Lipikar Baume AP + M, La Roche-Posay suitable for the care of skin prone to atopic dermatitis. Includes vitamin B3, shea and canola oils and niacinamide. Instantly soothes dry skin, thus helping to reduce itching of the face and body.

  • Cleansing gel Cicaplast B5, La Roche-Posay soothes and softens the skin directly during its cleansing thanks to the action of panthenol and glycerin, while copper, zinc and manganese provide an antibacterial effect. Itchy face? This remedy will work.

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