Care of Skin in Geriatric Population

General Advice for healthy skin

Drink atleast 2 litres of water per day to keep your body and skin hydrated.

Do at least 150 minutes of exercise per week, including exercises that build strength, flexibility and balance.

Eat a balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, pulses, lean meat and low fat dairy.

Sleep peacefully for 7 to 8 hours a day

Live life stress free by doing 15 mins of yoga, meditation or repetative prayer per day.

Avoid perfumes, colognes and skin care products with perfumes that may irritate your skin.

Skincare during and after birth

• Avoid very hot baths or showers.

• Keep your bath or shower short.

Use mild soaps and apply moisturiser all over the body immediately after a bath or shower.

Apply a creamy, fragrance free moisturiser immediately after bath, so your skin stays moisturised throughout the day.

Outdoor skincare

• Protect your skin from the sun.

• Apply a broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher everyday.

• Seek shade when you are outside.

• Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.

• Wear gloves while doing housework or gardening.

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