Protecting the skin against winter dryness – how can aesthetic medicine help?

Winter skin dryness is a common issue. It is exacerbated by factors such as frost, wind, and staying in dry indoor environments. In such conditions, home care may not always be effective. To protect the skin from dryness, aesthetic medicine treatments can be an option. Discover the procedures we offer at Dr. Parda Clinic in Piaseczno.

Causes of winter skin dryness

Skin dryness is a condition that many of us complain about during the winter months. It may manifest as discomfort, roughness, redness, excessive flaking, or itching. The most affected areas are typically the face, hands, and lower legs.

Winter dryness can be caused by seasonal and "year-round" factors, such as:

• excessive exposure to very low temperatures, wind, tanning beds, or the sun,
• frequent stay in dry indoor environments,
• errors in care and hygiene, such as excessively hot baths or using strongly degreasing soaps,
• use of certain medications,
• nutritional deficiencies,
• certain illnesses and states of dehydration.

We can only influence some of these factors, which is why we should take special care of our skin during winter.

How to protect the skin from winter dryness?

To prevent winter skin dryness, avoid excessive exposure to frost, wind, tanning beds, and the sun, and use appropriate protective products. It is also recommended to humidify indoor air. Additionally, reducing contact with excessively hot water and avoiding soaps and other products that dry out the skin is advised. Applying emollients is also crucial.

Moreover, specialists recommend using cosmetics with reduced allergenic properties and suitable for the person's skin type, such as those containing vitamin C, retinol, or alpha-hydroxy acids. Maintaining a proper diet and supplementing nutritional deficiencies, if any, is also important. To strengthen the skin's protection against dryness, aesthetic medicine treatments can also be utilized.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Procedure

In our facility, to protect the skin from dryness, we offer platelet-rich plasma mesotherapy, among other treatments. PRP is a preparation made from the patient's own blood. Platelet-rich plasma contains growth factors and stem cells that stimulate skin regeneration. After the PRP procedure, the skin becomes smoother, and the complexion's tone improves. The material derived from the patient is safe and does not cause allergies or other side effects.

Aesthetic medicine treatments with hyaluronic acid (HA)

We also offer mesotherapy with hyaluronic acid to our patients. HA is a substance naturally present in the body. One of its roles is to protect the skin from excessive water loss. After mesotherapy with HA, the skin gains intense hydration and becomes more firm and elastic. Treatments using hyaluronic acid, when performed properly, are effective and safe.

Polynucleotides (PN) against winter dryness

At Dr. Parda Clinic, we also perform aesthetic medicine treatments using preparations with polynucleotides, which are derived from natural sources. Polynucleotides have lifting, antioxidant, and moisturizing effects. Treatments using them increase skin elasticity and improve its texture. They also help reduce wrinkles. These treatments are effective and well-tolerated by patients.

How do we ensure safety at Dr. Parda Clinic in Piaseczno?

At Dr. Parda Clinic, patient safety is a priority. All treatments are performed by a doctor. We use products and equipment from renowned manufacturers. Additionally, every injection procedure is preceded by facial ultrasound examination. This helps reduce the risk of complications, increase procedural precision, and achieve natural effects. The use of ultrasonography also allows us to optimally treat complications that may arise from procedures performed in other facilities.

20.12.2024

Author: Dr Barbara Parda-Głomska

Dr. Barbara Parda-Głomska is a graduate of the Postgraduate School of Aesthetic Medicine at PTL and a member of the Polish Society of Aesthetic Medicine (UIME).