How to Get Rid of Peeling Skin

Peeling skin is an irritating condition. Fortunately, there are many easy ways to get rid of it. Soak your peeling skin daily and protect it from the sun. Use aloe vera and other products to help your skin heal.[1] Home remedies like oatmeal scrubs and olive oil work wonders for getting rid of peeling skin. Your skin will be healthy and beautiful again in no time.

Method 1 - Taking Care of Peeling Skin

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→ Soak your peeling skin in warm water. There are many ways to soak your skin. For instance, if your back or whole body is peeling, take a bath. If only your hands are peeling, soak them in a bowl of warm water. Soak for about 20 minutes daily until you notice an improvement.

→ For added benefit, add two cups of baking soda to your bath water. This may reduce redness and irritation while reducing your odds of skin infection.

→ If your skin is peeling from a sunburn, avoid showers and hot water, as the force and temperature of water against your peeling skin can cause pain.

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→ Drink about 10 cups of water daily. Normal skin care requires drinking at least eight glasses of water daily. To help your skin recover after it starts peeling, you’ll need a bit more.

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→ Protect your skin from sunlight. Exposure to direct sunlight can weaken your skin further and complicate the peeling problem. Apply sunscreen over any exposed skin if you have to be out in the sun, and focus especially on the areas that are already damaged and peeling. Cover as much peeling skin as possible with hats and clothing before stepping outside.

→ Protect your skin from sunlight regardless of whether your skin is peeling due to a sunburn or due to dryness.

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→ Don’t pull your peeling skin away. Pulling or picking at peeling skin might also tear away healthy skin, which could be painful and expose you to infection. Instead, allow the skin to slough off naturally.

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→ See a doctor if necessary. If you’re unsure why your skin is peeling or if your condition is serious, seek medical attention. Some medical conditions – including psoriasis, eczema, and ichthyosis – could lead to peeling skin. If other remedies do not gradually solve your problem, see a doctor for a diagnosis and targeted treatments.

→ For instance, you might have a serious problem if you're peeling skin is accompanied by severe itchiness or redness.

→ Additionally, if large areas of skin are peeling off, contact your doctor.

Method 2 - Applying Topical Agents

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→ Moisturize your skin with an aloe vera gel. Aloe vera is a common treatment for irritated skin. Gently massage the gel into the affected skin and allow it to dry completely.

→ You can find aloe vera gel in most pharmacies.

→ You can typically apply aloe vera gel two or three times each day, but check manufacturer directions for specific guidelines regarding use.

→ Aloe vera may reduce inflammation, irritation, and itching. Your peeling skin may heal more effectively when moisturized with aloe vera.

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→ Use a cleanser to get rid of peeling skin on your face. Cleansers – also known as facial cleansers or face washes – can help you get rid of peeling skin. Rinse your face with warm water, then apply the cleanser according to manufacturer instructions. Rinse the cleanser off with warm water after working it into your skin.

→ Use a creamier cleanser if you have dry skin and a clear cleanser if you have oily skin.

→ No matter what type of cleanser you use, ensure it is gentle, as abrasive cleansers will only dry out the skin and cause further irritation. Then follow up with a noncomedogenic, fragrance free moisturizer.

→ Consult manufacturer instructions for details regarding how often you can use cleansers.

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→ Use a topical corticosteroids for more serious cases of peeling skin. Topical corticosteroids are a type of medication applied directly to the skin reduce inflammation or peeling. Simply squeeze the recommended about of the topical corticosteroid out of its tube and onto your finger. Spread the substance over the affected area.

→ The amount of the topical corticosteroid you use depends on where you apply it on the body, since your skin is thinner in some areas.

→ Consult manufacturer directions for more information about how often to apply your topical corticosteroid.

→ If you’re using a moisturizer or emollient and a topical corticosteroid, use the moisturizer first.

→ Corticosteroids cannot be used if you have rosacea, acne, or open sores. While you can probably get topical corticosteroids over the counter (depending on your local regulations), you should talk to your doctor before using them. Some are not acceptable for pregnant or breastfeeding women or for small children.

Method 3 - Using Home Remedies

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→ Apply oatmeal to your peeling skin. Soak one cup of rolled oats in two cups of warm water for about 20 minutes. Apply the oatmeal to the peeling skin and wait for about 20 minutes. Rinse the oatmeal off with warm water and scrub away dry skin with a gentle cloth.

→ Apply a light moisturizer after using the oatmeal.

→ The amount of oatmeal you’ll need depends on how much skin is peeling. Prepare more oatmeal if you have extensive peeling and less oatmeal if you have smaller areas of skin peeling.

→ Use this remedy daily until you get rid of your peeling skin.

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→ Apply a mixture of equal parts warm milk and honey to your peeling skin. Honey is an excellent moisturizer. Just rub the mixture gently onto areas of peeling skin, then wait 10 to 20 minutes. Rinse the honey off with warm water.

→ Use this treatment twice daily for about one week.

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→ Cover your skin with a banana mash. Mash one banana into 1/2 cup (118 ml) sour cream until you form a lumpy mixture. Apply the cream to peeling skin and let it sit for about 20 minutes before rinsing with clean water.

→ You could substitute the sour cream for 1/4 cup (60 ml) of yogurt.

→ You could substitute papaya or apple for banana.

→ Use this remedy once or twice weekly until the problem is resolved.

Warnings

→ Home remedies should be done with caution. In most cases, there is little or no scientific evidence for these treatments. Always talk to a healthcare provider if you have skin issues that are not improving.

→ Over exfoliation may cause your symptoms to worsen. Be cautious when exfoliating.