Dry skin, also known as xeroderma or xerosis, is a common skin condition caused by a lack of moisture and oil in the outer layer of skin. It results in flaky patches and itching. Causes include frequent bathing, low humidity, certain diseases and medications. Symptoms are dull, peeling skin that looks and feels rough or cracked. Ayurvedic treatments for dry skin include herbal creams, oils, and massages to moisturize and soothe the skin.

1. Dry Skin
 Medically known as Xeroderma or
Xerosis, Dry skin, is a very common
and harmless skin condition marked
by an inappropriate amount of
moisture and oil content in the
epidermis; the top most layer of the
skin.
 Dry skin causes small fine flakes and
dry patches. Itching is one of the most
common symptoms of dry skin.
 It is an uncomfortable condition
marked by scaling, itching, and
cracking.

2. Causes of dry Skin
 Frequent and Steamy baths.
 Low temperature and humidity.
 Skin diseases such as Eczema and
Psoriasis.
 Metabolic conditions such as
Diabetes and Kidney disorders.
 Certain allopathic drugs.
 Dehydration caused due to alcohol
consumption and excessive
sweating.

3. Symptoms
 Affected skin appears dull, peeled.
 Itchy and painful skin.
 Redness, itchiness and deep cracks
that may bleed.
 Gray ashy skin.
 Fine lines or cracks.
 Skin that feels and looks rough.

4. Precautions
 Don't shower too often-just when you're dirty or sweaty.
 Avoid washing with soap during every bath.
 Choose a non-alcohol-based moisturizer.
 Use sunscreen to protect your skin when you are outside.
 When soap is needed, use a gentle, nondrying product.
 Wear sunscreen regularly, even in winters.
 Massage your body with herbal oils infused with vata balancing herbs.

5. Dry Skin Treatment by AyurvedGuru
 Basically, skin dryness is a vata deformation. Vata causes dryness of the skin,
when it is vitiated because of seasonal influences. For the treatment of dry skin,
AyurvedGuru has prepared herbal creams, moisturizers and lotions. All the
products are brought up using organic herbs so there are no side-effects
associated with their use.
 Kumkumadi Tail, Tab Arogya for dry skin.
 Abhyanga (Oil massage) – Facial massage with certain medicated herbal oils
indicated in skin disorders.

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