Tips For Using Makeup When Psoriasis Is Relapsed

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JAKARTA - Psoriasis is a chronic condition that causes scaly spots to appear and changes color on the skin. This condition can affect the skin in various parts of the body, including the face. Symptoms worsen when psoriasis recurs.

If you want to use makeup while psoriasis is recurring, it is important to find products and develop the right daily skin care routine.

Here are tips on using makeup while maintaining skin health due to psoriasis, launching Healthline, Tuesday, September 2.

Applying makeup to the skin that is scaly or peeling due to psoriasis can be difficult. Riasan can be clumpy. It can also exacerbate skin irritation. Develop a calming skin care routine can help reduce psoriasis symptoms and prepare your skin for makeup application. Here are tips for skin care:

Before trying a new cosmetic or skincare product, check the list of ingredients to find out the content. Some ingredients can irritate the skin and worsen the symptoms of psoriasis.

Common ingredients cause irritation, among others:

Avoid products that contain irritate materials. You can also test new products on a small part of the skin to find out your body's reactions.

In general, limiting the use of makeup if you suffer from psoriasis, especially when it relapses, is a good idea. If you use a powder base, choose a product that is thin but easy to form. Apply it in a thin layer. Consider avoiding or limiting the use of thick Concealers.

You may find that cream or oil-based cosmetics are more suitable for the skin than powder. Cream or oil-based products can help keep the skin well hydrated, which can help reduce peeling and other psoriasis symptoms. This product can also be applied more evenly than powder, which can moisturize the peeling or scaly.

Apply makeup gently using a finger or soft tool, such as:

Always wash your hands before applying makeup and use a clean tool.

Before going to bed, remove the makeup that you use gently. This can help maintain skin health while reducing symptoms of psoriasis and acne. Many facial tissues and makeup removers contain ingredients that can irritate, such as alcohol. Alternatively, consider using soft soap, cleaning, or removing oil-based makeup. Don't rub makeup from the skin roughly. In contrast, massage gently and rinse to clean.

Using makeup can help cover some of the symptoms of psoriasis, but will not address the underlying conditions. In some cases, it can worsen symptoms.

Getting treatment is important for relieve symptoms and preventing recurrence of psoriasis. Let your doctor know if you are experiencing new psoriasis symptoms or worsening.

Doctors may recommend one or more of the following: