Md. Riday Khan

· 04 Dec 2021

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Why is my face so itchy?

What is itching?
Itching is an irritating sensation that prompts you to scratch your skin. Sometimes it may feel like pain, but it is different. Oftentimes, one part of your body feels itchy, but sometimes your entire body may feel itchy. Along with the itching, you may also get a rash or hives.

What Causes Itching?
Itching is a symptom of many health conditions. Some common causes are:

Allergic reactions to food, insect bites, pollen, and medications
Skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and dry skin
Irritating chemicals, cosmetics, and other substances
Parasites such as pinworms, scabies, head and body lice
The pregnancy
Diseases of the liver, kidney, or thyroid
Certain types of cancer or cancer treatments
Diseases that can affect the nervous system, such as diabetes and shingles (herpes zoster)
What are the treatments for itching?
Most itches are not serious. To feel better, you can try:

Apply cold compresses
Using moisturizing lotions
Take warm or oatmeal baths
Using over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream or antihistamines
Avoid scratches, the use of irritating fabrics, and exposure to high temperatures and humidity
Talk to your healthcare provider if your itching is severe, doesn't go away after a few weeks, or has no apparent cause. You may need other treatments, such as medicine or light therapy. If you have an underlying condition that is causing the itch, treating that condition can help.

Poor hydration, the most common cause  
Dehydration can lead to roughness, scaling, and even serious injury. To avoid this, it is necessary to take care of the skin both outside and inside. Drinking water often and using a good moisturizer is essential to achieve well-hydrated skin.

Not choosing a suitable product can also cause problems and itchiness. Therefore, it is necessary that you know if your skin is dry, combination, or oily. "The belief that only dry ones need hydration is totally false," recalls Mónica García Bodini, partner and founder of Vera Green.  All types of dermis need hydrating treatments adapted to them. Also, it is very important to take into account the ingredients of the cream. Increasingly, they are betting on eliminating chemical compounds - many of which can be harmful to the skin - and opting for natural products.

On the other hand, you have to apply the cream in its proper measure. "Doing it in excess can produce what is known as cosmetic acne because the clogging of the pores can cause the skin to neither absorb nor breathe," warns Garcia Bodini.

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