What is dry skin and why do we get it?
Dry skin can be challenging for both big and small, especially when winter's biting cold arrives. 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, grandparent, pregnant, or have young children with sensitive skin—we can help your skin along.
Dry skin happens when the skin's natural protective barrier can't retain essential moisture. The result is that the skin loses water and becomes less supple—it can feel tight, rough and flaky, and sometimes it even starts to itch. You may notice small cracks, slight redness or irritation, and over time untreated dry skin can develop into eczema. It's something we can all experience—regardless of age.
There are many reasons you might experience dry skin, and it is often a combination of several factors:
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Weather: Cold, wind and winter's icy air can dry out the skin, while indoor radiators and low humidity make it even harder.
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Lack of water: The skin likes when we are well hydrated, and when we don't drink enough water the skin feels the consequences too.
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Frequent washing: Can remove the natural oils your skin needs to retain moisture.
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Soaps and hand sanitizers: Sometimes the products we use can be a bit too harsh and cause skin irritation.
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Age: Over time the skin becomes thinner and loses much of its ability to retain moisture—something we all need to consider.
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Hormonal changes: Life changes like pregnancy, menopause or puberty can affect the skin's moisture balance.
Many find that regular use of extra moisturizing creams can work wonders and reduce the risk of skin irritation.
Tips and tricks to prevent and relieve dry skin:
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Use gentle, nourishing products with plenty of natural ingredients that can be effective against dry skin.
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Moisturize daily, preferably right after bathing while the skin is still slightly damp.
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Avoid overly long and hot baths.
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Drink plenty of water, for both your body and your skin.
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Wear gloves in cold weather when conditions are biting.
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Ventilate and consider a humidifier to avoid an overly dry indoor atmosphere.
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Pay extra attention to children's and the elderly's skin—the right care is crucial to maintain skin elasticity and moisture balance and to prevent irritation.
Fortunately, there are plenty of gentle and nourishing products that can help your skin through the winter and restore softness and balance.
Our top products for dry skin and loving care for the whole family
Embrace is our luxurious body oil with a rich blend of apricot kernel oil, oat kernel oil and castor oil that strengthens the skin's natural barrier and adds plenty of moisture. The oil is quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy feel—perfect used after a lovely shower, on a pregnant belly or as a few drops in the bath for both children and adults.
When the skin needs an extra loving hand because of dryness, irritation or eczema, REPAIR is a little lifesaver. This soothing balm 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 chapped 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 hydration and care, making it the perfect choice for those who wash their hands often, have rough hands or simply want to pamper themselves with a little extra daily well-being.
EASE is a body cream with a pleasant blend of magnesium, shea butter and argan oil, designed to give the skin optimal moisture and care. Fragrance-free and dermatologically tested, so it suits all skin types—even the most sensitive. Clinically documented to help with dry skin and keratosis pilaris (those little bumps on arms and legs), and it is particularly lovely 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 of the lips. It is particularly good for 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, and will help you get the softest lips possible.
If your feet are dry, cracked or just need 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 avoid a greasy feel, and it can even help reduce irritation.
Whether you experience dry or irritated skin on hands, feet, body or other sensitive areas, we hope you find the products that suit you (and your family) best—and that can care for your skin through winter's cold.Give yourself and your loved ones the best care through cold, wind and snow