Air-conditioned office all day and flaky skin by 3pm? A hydration plan
A familiar office-worker complaint: fine in the morning, but by afternoon your face feels tight, flakes appear and makeup clings to dry patches. Dry air-conditioned air is one common reason.
Before work
- Moisturising doesn't have to be heavy, but include a sealing step such as a lotion or cream
- Let skincare settle before makeup so it doesn't pill later
At the office
- Spraying mist and leaving it can make things drier as it evaporates. Press it in, or follow with a little cream
- Keep a small cream or lip balm on your desk for dry spots
- A mini humidifier and more water can help
Back home
- Cleanse gently and moisturise while skin is still slightly damp
- Cut back on exfoliating when you're very dry
If dryness keeps coming with itching, redness or peeling no matter what you do, see a dermatologist.
What's your office trick for dry skin?
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