Causes Of Dry Skin

As earlier mentioned, the occurrence of dry skin isn’t accidental. Several causes and aggravating factors are behind the appearance of this skin problem. Here are a few :

• frequent or prolonged exposure to irritating products such as soaps, chemicals or detergent
• Frequent use of hand sanitizer or anti-septic with harsh ingredients.
• the frequent use of antibacterial gels or soaps, which are irritating and strips the skin of its natural oil
• skin diseases (e.g., eczema or psoriasis )
• Taking hot baths
• lack of hydration
• prolonged exposure to cold, wind or sun.