elizabethudson
05-30-2009, 03:45 PM
There are various skin problems that we encounter such as dry skin and wrinkles. Dry skin and wrinkles are two of the most common skin problem that we struggle to prevent and somehow lessen it or make them totally disappear. These skin problems are due to factors that affects our skin.
Dry skin or xerosis is the caused by the loss of oily secretion of the skin called sebum. Sebum helps keep the hair and skin pliable, supple and soft. It also reduces evaporative water loss. Below are the factors that cause dry skin:
· Reduced production of sebum
· Environmental factors – skin is exposed to ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun; windy or cold weather
· Lifestyle factors – using soap that has harsh elements for your skin that reduces the elasticity of your skin
On the other hand, wrinkles, the sagging of the skin is mainly caused by weight loss and exposure to sun. Another is stress and too much work that causes changes in hormonal level that can lead to different types of skin conditions. It is a common misconception that dry skin is the cause of their wrinkles. Dry skin is not a root of wrinkles but it can make the skin appear to be aged. This is due to the appearance of the complexion of the skin when it is dry.
Dry skin or xerosis is the caused by the loss of oily secretion of the skin called sebum. Sebum helps keep the hair and skin pliable, supple and soft. It also reduces evaporative water loss. Below are the factors that cause dry skin:
· Reduced production of sebum
· Environmental factors – skin is exposed to ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun; windy or cold weather
· Lifestyle factors – using soap that has harsh elements for your skin that reduces the elasticity of your skin
On the other hand, wrinkles, the sagging of the skin is mainly caused by weight loss and exposure to sun. Another is stress and too much work that causes changes in hormonal level that can lead to different types of skin conditions. It is a common misconception that dry skin is the cause of their wrinkles. Dry skin is not a root of wrinkles but it can make the skin appear to be aged. This is due to the appearance of the complexion of the skin when it is dry.