What Influence Of Tropical Areas On The Human Body? Beware Of The Following!

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YOGYAKARTA - What influence does tropical regions have on the human body? Living in tropical countries such as Indonesia certainly has a significant influence on the health of a person's skin. As we know, tropical countries have warm and humid weather throughout the year and hot sunlight. This can invite a number of skin problems and affect our way of providing care for the skin.

Throughout the year, the tropics are often exposed to such strong sunlight. Excessive UV exposure can make a person's skin dry, reddish, burned, and increase the risk of skin cancer. Reporting from Antara, below are some of the facts that occur in the tropics and their effects on the human body.

The tropical climate tends to be damp, so that it can increase oil production in the skin. For people who have oily skin types, this of course can invite problems such as acne and comodo.

Some people may experience light skin or hyperpigmentation (change in skin color to darker) due to exposure to excessive sunlight. Bright skin also often occurs in body parts that are often exposed to sunlight, such as face, hands, and arms.

High humidity in a tropical environment can cause skin dehydration, especially if drinking water is not enough. Dehydration of the skin will cause the skin to become itchy, dry, and feel uncomfortable.

The high humidity and temperature in tropical countries can make bacteria, fungi, or parasites easier to breed in the skin. This can cause skin infections such as kurap, panu, or tropical acne.

Some people may experience skin allergies to certain plants or insects commonly found in tropical countries. This allergy can cause itching, rash, or irritation of the skin.

In order for skin health to be maintained while living in a tropical country, you can undergo some appropriate preventive and care steps. Below are some tips for treating the skin well in a tropical environment:

The use of sunscreen is the most important step to protect the skin from exposure to dangerous UV rays. You can choose sunscreen with high SPF (minimal SPF 30) and UVA/UVB protection, as well as apply it thoroughly to all parts of the skin.

Avoid direct sunlight from 10 am to 4 pm, because at those hours the sun was so hot. Find a shady spot or wear clothes that can protect the skin, such as a hat, sunglasses, and a long sleeved shirt.

Make sure you consume enough water every day to keep the body hydrated, including the skin. Dehydration can cause the skin to become dry and certified.

To remove dirt and oil, you can clean your skin every day with a soft cleaning. After cleaning the skin, choose a moisturizer that is suitable for maintaining skin moisture, especially after bathing or doing activities in a moist environment.

Use skin care products that suit your skin type. If you have oily skin, choose oil-free or non-commedogenic products. If your skin is sensitive, you should choose hypoallergenic products.

A healthy diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and avoiding smoking or excessive alcohol consumption are positive steps that have a good impact on your skin health.

Keep the body clean and avoid contact with allergens or pathogens that can cause skin infections, such as fungi or insects. If a wound or scratch occurs, clean it and keep it clean so that infection does not occur.

That's a review of what tropical territory affects the human body. Visit VOI.id to get other interesting information.