Index Many variables play an important role in cleansing strategies. The use of certain soaps and cleansers for washing may promote dry skin. The frequency of cleaning should be individualized according to need and preference. It is recommended that hot water should be avoided and a mild cleansing agent that minimizes irritation and dryness be used. During the cleansing process, care should be taken to minimize the force and friction applied to the skin.
Daily activities result in metabolic waste and environmental contaminants accumulating on the skin.
For maximum skin vitality, these potential irritating substances should be removed frequently. To minimize thermal injury to the skin, wash using only water that is comfortable, which is slightly warm to the skin. The more the barrier is removed, the drier the skin becomes and the more susceptible it is to external irritants. Under most conditions, the skin is minimally soiled and can be properly cleansed with a very mild cleansing agent that does not distrupt this skin's natural barrier. Index Dry skin has been reported to affect between 60 and 80 percent of the aging population.