Senior Skin Care Tips

The skin is the largest organ we have on our body. As we age our skin changes and some of the things we have to do to take care of it also changes. We have compiled a list of our favorite tips to take care of our skin as we age.

As the skin ages it is prone to irritation, scaling and infection. Its important to keep an eye on our skin, to watch for infection. Infection can quickly spread and a small infection can become a larger concern.

Its important to continue to shower regularly to keep ourselves clean. However, over showering can damage skin and can dry it out. As we age skin dries out and you can become prone to skin tears. Use moisturizer on skin after bath or shower to keep skin moisturized.

During the day make sure to stay hydrated and drink lots of water to keep the skin hydrated. Avoid using a lot of artificial ingredients and lots of fragrances. Artificial ingredients can irritate the skin. While outside use sunscreen and avoid direct sunlight and try to stay in the shade. Wear hats or stay inside to avoid sunburns.

Following these tips and they will help the senior in your life to maintain their skin and keep safe to avoid infections.