Nonot only the face and eyelids but also elbows and knees, particularly sensitive parts of the body: causing the Atopic dermatitis, as well as factors genetics and stressthere are environmental stresses, incorrect skincare, excessively aggressive cleansing, intolerance to risk factors and pollution. To soothe and counteract the sensation of itching you need to implement an ad hoc skincare routine, with products fragrance free and functional. To restore the skin barrier.
Atopic dermatitis: the causes
`«La atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease, characterized by a skin that tends to be dry or very dry, with a sensation of itching» the doctor begins to explain Eleonora CinelliDermatologist and Medical Advisor for Dermocosmetics Pierre Fabre Italia.
Not only. «This specific dermatitis presents moments of flare-up that manifest themselves with the appearance of eczema, alternating with more or less long periods of remission. What causes its appearance are various factors, both genetic and environmental such as pollution and temperature changes.
To understand and solve the problem it is necessary to contact a specialist doctor, who, depending on the clinical picture and various aspects, will establish the most suitable treatment for the patient’s needs which will include drugs but also specific dermocosmetics and indications for daily lifeto help counteract moments of flare-up.”
Atopic dermatitis: the correct skincare routine
“There Correct skincare routine begins with water which must not be too hot. Furthermore, it is better not to prolong the duration of the shower or bath too long, to avoid inflaming the dermis” begins to explain Dr. Eleonora Cinelli.
«The skin should then be dabbed with a soft towel, without rubbing. Finally, we move on to the application of a emollient product specific for dry, atopic-prone skin. Consistency is also important, for example: in winter we can prefer richer formulations, while in summer more fluid formulations.
An extra tip? «Spread the cream on slightly damp skin after cleansing it allows for better application.”
Beauty ingredients to avoid
«If you have the dry skin with atopic tendency, dermocosmetics formulated specifically for this condition should be chosen.” In general? «They are products suitable for face and body, fragrance-free, with soothing active ingredients and functional substances which help restore the barrier function of our skin.”
The influencer Ludovica Bizzaglia showed her atopic dermatitis on Instagram (Credits: Instagram @ludovicabizzaglia)
Pay attention to your face, elbows and knees
Finally, pay attention also to the most sensitive areas. «Dermatitis and eczema can be localized on the face (including eyelids), of the body and limbs, where they usually appear in the creases of the elbow and knee.
Not just a condition of adulthood, either Very young children may suffer from atopic dermatitis. In infants, for example, the face is the area most involved” concludes the expert.
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