Everyday Habits for Skin Health

Changes to your skin during illness, cancer treatment and medications can weaken the skin’s protective barrier, making it prone to dryness, irritation and itching. A dry climate, washing in hot water, soap and irritating ingredients in skincare can make it worse. Follow these tips to protect your skin.

Protect Your Skin Barrier

Change out soap for a creamy, pH balanced cleanser that doesn’t make a lot of foam and is fragrance-free.

Hydrate & Moisturize

Seal in moisture and relieve dryness with emollient-rich lotions, plant oils and butters.

Prevent Infection

Avoid soaking in water or using loofahs and sponges. Wear gloves during housework, gardening, etc. Scrubbing and exfoliating should be avoided when the skin is irritated or its barrier is damaged. Do not peel off flaking skin.

Prevent UV Damage

Seek shade & wear protective clothing. Use mineral SPF 30+ daily and remember to reapply

Calm & Soothe

Look for inflammation fighting ingredients like Niacinamide, Green Tea, Aloe, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Chamomile, Panthenol in skincare products.

Reduce Irritants, Toxins & Carcinogens

Reduce your exposure to ingredients known to be irritating, toxic or carcinogenic. Learn more about these ingredients at Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. www.safecosmetics.org.