Winter can be incredibly drying and hard on aging skin. The drier air and cold temperatures lead to issues like chapped lips, cracked heels, and other troublesome issues. Here are some of the best ways to prevent dry skin this winter that you, your senior and their personal care at home aides can try.
Invest in a Humidifier
Is your mom’s home dry? If you walk around her home and constantly get zapped, static electricity is a good sign of a dry home. Consider increasing the humidity in her home to prevent drying out her skin.
Generally, a home is supposed to be between 30% and 60%. If it’s under 30%, she needs to have a humidifier helping to boost the levels.
Carry Lip Balm When Outside and Cover Up on Cold Days
Your mom loves to go for walks with you, but she frequently ends up with chapped lips. Before you head outside, have her apply lip balm to her lips and bring it with you. If you notice her licking her lips, hand her the lip balm to add a new layer of protection.
When it’s cold outside, your mom needs to cover up. A scarf over her face or a neck warmer that she can pull up over her nose is important for protecting her skin. Large sunglasses can protect her eyelids from cold air. The goal is to prevent frostbite or chapped skin.
Wear Face Cream With Sunscreen and Avoid Moisturizers With Parabens and Sulfates
The UVA and UVB rays in the winter are just as damaging to the skin as they are in the summer. Make sure your mom has moisturizer on her face when she goes outside. That moisturizer needs to have a broad-spectrum sunscreen in it to protect against the sun’s harmful rays.
Parabens and sulfates are drying and can irritate the skin. Make sure your mom is using a body moisturizer that avoids them. Instead, look for creams and lotions that have ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil, or almond oil.
The best time to apply moisturizer is right after your mom steps out of the shower. If her skin is still damp, she traps that moisture in her skin cells. Once she has the moisturizer applied, she doesn’t want to rub her skin. She should let it air dry or pat it dry.
Take Care of the Skin Though Meals that can be Prepared by Personal Care at Home Providers
Drinking plenty of water helps prevent dehydration, which also dries the skin. Your mom’s diet is also important. Aim for plenty of fruits and vegetables with antioxidants that fight oxidative stress. Fatty fish, nuts, and seeds that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids also help with skin health.
Make sure your mom has support with her skincare routine. Personal care at home aides help your mom with bathing, skincare, nail care, and dressing. Learn more about the full range of personal care at home services by talking to our advisor.
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