1. DRY SKIN

Skin dryness occurs when the outermost layer of the skin loses water and natural lipids. We can often see this with the cold weather in winter. Therefore, replacing the skin care products that we prefer in the form of lotions in the summer with cream or pomade forms in the winter, and using a moisturizer frequently will help to relieve the dryness. Applying moisturizers, especially within the first 3 minutes after a shower, will increase its effectiveness.

 

2. ECZEMAS

In winter, eczemas such as atopic and asteotic eczemas may increase with the trigger of skin dryness, and serious redness and itching may occur. Especially for patients with atopic eczema, it would be appropriate to use moisturizers during the winter months, and if there is no complete response, you should consult your dermatologist.

 

3. Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a disease that is common in the community, with sharply circumscribed, reddened lesions with white scales on the body and scalp. Infections can be triggered by various conditions such as drugs, smoking, alcohol and stress. In addition to these triggering factors, the most important reason is the dryness of the skin along with the cooling of the air. There are many different treatment methods. It would be appropriate to consult your dermatologist for treatment selection and follow-up.

 

4. CRACKED LIP

Our lips have a very thin layer of skin. For this reason, it can dry out very much in the winter, and cracks, crevices and crusts can be seen. Trying to moisturize dry lips by constantly licking them can worsen the situation and cause eczema. It will be beneficial to use lip balms by repeating them frequently.

 

5. COLD URTIME

Urticaria is an allergic condition characterized by redness, swelling and itching in the body. It can be triggered by various reasons as well as by cold weather, this is called 'cold urticaria'. The most important step in treatment is to avoid cold and antihistamine treatments.

 

6. PERNIO (COLD INJURY)

Another situation that we encounter frequently in winter is the excessive shrinkage of small vessels at the tips of the fingers and toes with cold exposure, resulting in a decrease in blood and oxygen supply to that area. This condition causes purplish discoloration, pain and sensitivity on the fingertips. Keeping the ends of the body warm by wearing gloves and socks and avoiding extreme heat and cold are the first step measures to be taken. In advanced cases, additional treatments can be applied.