Skincare and Scalp Care Recommendations for Psoriasis and Dry Skin

For individuals with psoriasis and dry skin affecting the body, scalp, and face, focusing on restoring skin moisture and barrier function is key. As the staff mentioned, adequate hydration is the first step in managing symptoms.

Beyond basic moisturization, certain ingredients have shown effectiveness in helping to alleviate psoriasis symptoms:

• Ectoin: This ingredient is known for its protective and repairing properties. Research indicates it can help reduce scaling and roughness on dry or weak skin. It also offers benefits for scalp protection and repair, addressing issues like dryness, itching, and peeling, which are common in scalp psoriasis. Ectoin is gentle and can be incorporated into various skincare and scalp care formulations.

• Ceramides: Ceramides are essential lipids found naturally in healthy skin. In conditions like psoriasis and dry skin, the skin barrier is often compromised, leading to moisture loss and increased sensitivity. Supplementing with ceramides helps to replenish these vital lipids, restoring the skin's protective barrier, improving hydration, and reducing dryness and irritation. Various forms of ceramides are available for different product types:

  • For Body and Face (Leave-on products like creams and lotions): Ingredients like Ceramide Complex, Cera-Flux V, Cera-Flux VX, Ceracare™ Liposome-3, and Ceracare™ NP50 are beneficial. These can be formulated into moisturizers to help repair the skin barrier and provide deep hydration.
  • For Scalp (Wash-off products like shampoos): Ceramide ingredients designed for wash-off applications, such as Ceracare™ Wash-5, can help deposit ceramides onto the scalp during cleansing to reduce dryness and irritation.

Recommendations:

1. Prioritize Moisturization: Use rich, emollient moisturizers regularly on the body and face to combat dryness. For the scalp, consider moisturizing treatments or oils.
2. Incorporate Ectoin: Look for or formulate products containing Ectoin for both skin and scalp care to help with protection, repair, and reducing scaling and itching.
3. Utilize Ceramides: Use leave-on products with Ceramide complexes for body and face to strengthen the skin barrier. For scalp cleansing, consider shampoos containing ceramides designed for wash-off use.

By focusing on these ingredients, you can create a skincare and scalp care routine that addresses both the dryness and the specific challenges posed by psoriasis, helping to improve skin comfort and appearance.