What is dry skin and why do we get it?
Dry skin can be a challenge for both adults and children, especially when the bitter cold of winter sets in. At Cana Care, we have developed a range of products for the whole family—no matter where you are in life. Whether you are yourself, a parent, a grandparent, pregnant, or have small children with sensitive skin, we can help your skin on its way.
Dry skin occurs when the skin's natural protective barrier is unable to retain vital moisture. As a result, the skin loses its water and is no longer as supple – it can feel tight, rough, and flaky, and sometimes it even starts to itch. You may have experienced small cracks, slight redness, or irritation, and over time, untreated dry skin can develop into eczema. This is something we can all experience – regardless of age.
There are many reasons why you may experience dry skin, and it is often a combination of several factors:
- The weather: Cold, windy, and icy winter air can dry out the skin, while the heat from radiators and low indoor humidity make it a little more difficult.
- Dehydration: Your skin likes it when you are well hydrated, and when you don't drink enough water, your skin feels the consequences.
- Frequent washing: This can remove the natural oils your skin needs to retain moisture.
- Soap and hand sanitizer: Sometimes the products we use can be a little too harsh and cause skin irritation.
- Age: Over time, the skin becomes thinner and loses some of its ability to retain moisture – something we all have to take into account.
- Hormonal changes: Life's many changes, such as pregnancy, menopause, or puberty, can affect the skin's moisture balance.
Many people find that regular use of extra moisturizing creams can work wonders and reduce the risk of skin irritation.
Tips and tricks for preventing and relieving dry skin:
- Use mild, nourishing products with plenty of natural ingredients that can be effective against dry skin.
- Moisturise daily, preferably right after bathing, while the skin is still slightly damp.
- Avoid overly long and hot baths.
- Drink plenty of water, both for your body and your skin.
- Wear gloves in cold weather when the weather is bitter.
- Ventilate and consider using a humidifier to avoid an overly dry atmosphere.
- Pay extra attention to the skin of children and the elderly, as proper care is essential for maintaining the skin's elasticity and moisture balance - and preventing skin irritation.
Fortunately, there are plenty of gentle and nourishing products that can help your skin through the winter and help restore its softness and balance.
Our best products for dry skin and loving care for the whole family
Embrace is our delicious body oil with a rich blend of apricot kernel oil, oat kernel oil, and castor oil, which strengthens the skin's natural barrier and provides plenty of moisture. The oil is quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy feeling – perfect for use after a nice bath, on a pregnant belly, or as a few drops in the bath for both children and adults.
When your skin needs a little extra TLC due to dryness, irritation, or eczema, REPAIR is a little lifesaver. This soothing ointment is packed with shea butter, oat oil, and plantain, which moisturize, protect, and help the skin heal. Fragrance-free and gentle, making it a safe choice for both children and adults – ideal for everything from red baby bottoms and dry lips to irritated skin after breastfeeding.
SOFT is our award-winning hand cream that absorbs quickly and leaves your hands soft and moisturized – with a gentle floral scent. With a lovely combination of shea butter, argan oil, almond oil, and aloe vera, it provides intense moisture and care, making it the perfect choice for those who wash their hands often, have rough hands, or just want to pamper themselves with a little extra daily well-being.
EASE is a body cream with a lovely blend of magnesium, shea butter, and argan oil, designed to provide the skin with optimal moisture and care. Fragrance-free and dermatologically tested, it is suitable for all skin types – even the most sensitive skin. Clinically proven to help against dry skin and keratosis pilaris (the small bumps on arms and legs), it is especially wonderful to use before bedtime to give your skin the nourishment and calm it needs while you sleep.
LIPS is our 100% natural, nourishing and softening lip balm, specially developed to protect the sensitive skin on the lips. It is therefore particularly good, especially during the winter months, when lips can feel extra dry and exposed to the cold. Lips preserves and improves the skin's natural barrier and moisture balance, helping you achieve the softest lips possible.
If your feet are dry, cracked, or just need some extra attention, our Treat foot cream is your new best friend. This cream is packed with aloe vera, shea butter, argan oil, and plantain – ingredients that moisturize, soften, and help the skin heal itself. It absorbs quickly, so you don't get that greasy feeling, and it can even help reduce irritation.
Whether you experience dry or irritated skin on your hands, feet, body, or other sensitive areas, we hope you find the products that work best for you (and your family) – and that can take care of your skin through the cold winter months. Give yourself and your loved ones the best care through cold, wind, and snow.