Here’s 6 Tips Singaporean Girls With Dry And Eczema-Prone Skin Need To Learn To Care For Their Skin

Living in a tropical city like Singapore means we are always exposed to harsh elements such as the sun and rain.

If you are always plagued with red patches on your elbows, knees, hands or neck, you would know that sunblock or any regular moisturiser will not work for you. Today, let's take a look at these six tips that can help you overcome your dry, eczema-prone skin problems and tackle them anytime, anywhere!

Tip #1: Take short, warm showers

Most girls would agree that there is no better feeling than to start a new day with a hot shower.

But did you know? The extra minutes you spend showering with hot water will remove moisture from your skin, causing it to dry up and do more harm than good to your sensitive skin. Do yourself a favour from today and shower with warm water instead.

Tip #2: Defend yourself against the hot sun

In a tropical country like Singapore where every day is a battle against the heat and humidity, it is even more so important to keep your skin moisturised.

If your job requires you to always be out in the sun, make sure you layer up the sunblock and always bring along a handy moisturiser. You do not want your skin to flare up!

Tip #3: Moisturise every day

After you get out of the shower, perform the "soak and seal" technique by patting your skin with a damp towel and seal in the moisture with your body lotion immediately.

Remember to choose a good moisturiser to prevent your skin from drying up!

 Tip #4: Know the ingredients in your skincare product

If you find your skin reacting to a product, rinse it off and stop using it immediately. Instead, opt for products that can give your skin the care and comfort it needs. An important skin conditioning ingredient you can look out for is Ceramide NP, an ingredient to help promote the skin's barrier function.

derma365's latest eczema-prone skin range is one that girls with itchy skin due to dry skin should look out for. Its pH-balanced formula is also free from soap, colourant, fragrance and parabens, making it ideal for both face and body application.

Tip #5: Opt for hypoallergenic skin care products 

Girls with dry, sensitive or eczema-prone skin need to be on high alert when it comes to skin care. It is not just about solving your skin problems when they arise but caring for it every day.

Hypoallergenic products that are unlikely to cause allergic reactions and are free from harmful chemicals are what we should all strive to use.

Though it is relatively new compared to existing eczema-focused products, one brand that has caught our attention of late is derma365 and its new range for eczema-prone skin. The range went through a hypoallergenic test conducted in Germany on 30 users with a combination of different skin types with results proved successful.

The formulation is blended with Ceramide Complex, consisting of Ceramide NP and organic Colloidal Oatmeal that helps to soothe, reduce itchiness due to dry skin and promote the skin’s protective barrier for healthy skin.

Tip #6: Opt for products that are clinically-tested and dermatologically-proven

Would you rather use a product that is said to be effective by a salesman or would you feel more at ease to use a product that has passed an irritancy tolerance test proven safe for use by dermatologists?

When it comes to caring for your skin and face, nothing gives us more assurance than knowing the products we use are dermatologically tested and proven. 

For girls like us who live in sunny Singapore who cannot go a day without makeup, it is rare to find a moisturiser that works as good as advertised but this dermatologically-proven brand shows us how it can be achieved.

derma365 Eczema-Prone Skin Range Now Available In Leading Guardian Stores

This new range is a gift for all ladies looking for a product with a formulation free from soap, colourant and fragrances.

Girls with dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin looking to switch their products with an affordable and effective solution can now lay their hands on derma365's Gentle Cleanser ($29.90, 500ml; $59.90, 1000ml) and Gentle Lotion ($22.90, 200ml) at a Guardian store near you.

Locate a Guardian store near you here.

As the saying goes, there are no ugly girls, just lazy girls. Those with naturally dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin, don't worry. There is still hope in regaining healthy skin. All you need is to follow the 6 tips we shared and make sure you use the right products for your skin. Good luck!

This post is sponsored by derma365.

Photos: GirlStyle SG
Text by: GirlStyle SG