How to relieve itching on a daily basis?

Comment soulager les démangeaisons au quotidien ?

Itching, also called pruritus, is defined as unpleasant skin sensations that cause an irresistible urge to scratch. When they are chronic, they are often associated with skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. They can also occur without any apparent skin lesions and can significantly affect the quality of life of sufferers, in particular in terms of sleep. Dry skin is one of the most significant causes of itching. But there are simple solutions for no longer being affected by itching on a daily basis.

5 simple daily rituals

  • Reduce

    scratching to the minimum

    Why?

    • To avoid making the itching worse, because scratching triggers an inflammatory reaction which amplifies itching: it’s a vicious cycle
    • To limit the appearance of scratching lesions and reduce the risk of secondary infection of these lesions

    How?

    • Keep your hands and mind busy when the urge to scratch arises
    • Cut your nails short
  • Act

    as soon as your skin starts to itch

    Why?

    To avoid scratching ​

    How?

    Place something cold on itchy areas (refrigerated thermal spring water, cold pack, refrigerated stone, cold compress, etc.)

  • Moisturize

    your skin daily

    Why?

    To reduce skin dryness
    Hydrated skin is healthy skin.

    How?

    • Apply a daily moisturizer for itchy skin 
    • Apply preferably after showering to wet skin for better absorption
  • Cleanse

    your skin gently

    Why?

    To keep the itching from worsening
    Hard water, water that’s too hot and soap dry out the skin and increase the sensation of itching.

    How?

    • Opt for short showers (5-10 minutes), with warm water
    • Use a soap-free shower gel with a physiological pH, suitable for itchy skin
    • Dry your skin by dabbing with a towel, without rubbing too much
  • Avoid

    self-medication

    Why?

    To avoid drug interactions and worsening of symptoms

    How?

    Seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor before taking any medication

What to do when itching disturbs sleep?

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Step 1

Consult a dermatologist to identify the cause of this nocturnal pruritus, prescribe a suitable treatment if necessary and regularly monitor your skin’s health

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Step 2

Take a shower with a mild cleansing product and warm water before going to bed to eliminate the pollution of the day

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Step 3

Apply a moisturizer suitable for itchy skin to hydrate your skin before going to bed, and keep it nearby for reapplication during the night

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Step 4

Wear loose-fitting clothing and use natural materials such as cotton. This also applies to sheets.

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Step 5

Sleep in a cool (18-19°C) and ventilated room every day

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What are the main environmental triggers for itching?

Your environment can influence your skin’s health. There are factors that can cause dry skin, and trigger itching that’s both intense and chronic.

 

  • Cold and dry weather 

  • Hard water

  • Hot water (>37°C)

  • Pollution 

  • Stress

  • Unsuitable, aggressive cosmetic products

  • Certain medications (opiates, antihypertensives, cholesterol-lowering statins, antibiotics derived from penicillin, etc.)

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