Very dry skin? Irritated? A constant urge to scratch? These are the signs of atopy. A type of benign, non-contagious skin condition that makes the epidermis particularly vulnerable and sensitive to certain everyday actions. To avoid crises, here are 5 things to avoid.
WATER TOO HOTIf taking a hot bath to relax after a long day of work is an idea that seems particularly attractive to you, it is not as attractive for your skin or that of your child! When the skin is subjected to a temperature above 35 degrees, it reacts , which generally causes itching followed by red patches. Prefer lukewarm water and do not exceed 15 minutes per day. Professional words. |
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CONTACT WITH ABRASIVE FIBERSWool and synthetic fibers are particularly poorly tolerated by atopic skin with a compromised skin barrier. Particularly irritating, they end up creating plaques on the majority of affected areas. To avoid this, favor cotton or other soft, hypoallergenic fabrics such as linen which do not cause unpleasant friction on the skin. |
CONTACT WITH ABRASIVE FIBERSWool and synthetic fibers are particularly poorly tolerated by atopic skin with a compromised skin barrier. Particularly irritating, they end up creating plaques on the majority of affected areas. To avoid this, favor cotton or other soft, hypoallergenic fabrics such as linen which do not cause unpleasant friction on the skin. |
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THE SOAPIf you have just discovered that your child suffers from atopy, you may not yet be aware that so-called “classic” soaps should be banned. Considered too harsh, they dry out and alter the already weakened skin barrier of atopic skin. In the shower, choose gentle cleansing gels, without soap , but also without sulfates or perfume. They don't foam enough? This is not very serious because although we have always associated foam with the feeling of cleanliness, it in no way interferes with cleansing the skin. |
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SCENTED COSMETICSIf there is one element that sensitive and atopic skin fears, it is perfume . Indeed, behind the mention “fragrance” stipulated in the list of ingredients of these cosmetics, hide allergens which are responsible for many cosmetic intolerances. In short, many substances that skin suffering from atopic dermatitis does not tolerate. To avoid risks, choose fragrance-free care products , which are much better tolerated. |
SCENTED COSMETICSIf there is one element that sensitive and atopic skin fears, it is perfume . Indeed, behind the mention “fragrance” stipulated in the list of ingredients of these cosmetics, hide allergens which are responsible for many cosmetic intolerances. In short, many substances that skin suffering from atopic dermatitis does not tolerate. To avoid risks, choose fragrance-free care products , which are much better tolerated. |
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THE FOODWhen we talk about atopic dermatitis, we very often cite external causes such as wearing synthetic clothing or even using non-hypoallergenic detergent. What we often forget is to talk about food . However, this can prove to be one of the aggravating factors of this condition. Among the foods involved, we mainly find those which act on the acidity of sweat such as fast sugars and those which have a pro-inflammatory activity such as certain bad fats . Thus, cooked butter, cooked crème fraîche, standard oils, margarine and industrial cooking are elements to avoid in order to limit inflammation. |
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