Peeling Skin on Hands
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The skin undergoes a natural process of peeling. This is to replace dead skin cells with newer and softer ones. And this is the main reason why skin peels off after few days.
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However, the peeling process, particularly on the hands can become severe and uncontrollable.
With this case, the cause may not be the normal skin process. This can be due to a more serious condition.
Peeling Skin on Hands Causes
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Various skin infections like fungal skin disease causes peeling in the skin.
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Excessively cold temperature can dry out the skin and leads to peeling. Exposure to direct sunlight also causes sunburn which eventually leads to skin peeling.
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Some topical medication such as acne mediated creams have skin peeling side effect.
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The skin on the hand can also peel when a person wears tight gloves and experience too much perspiration.
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Allergic reaction to strong and harsh chemicals in soaps, detergents and other cosmetic products can also trigger this condition.
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Peeling skin syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by chronic skin peeling in the hands.
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Another skin condition called toxic epidermal necrolysis brings about blisters in the entire body, including the hands. Once the blisters rupture, it results to skin peeling.
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Vitamin A beyond normal levels poses negative effects in the body, including peeling in the skin.
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Other skin problems that lead to this condition include scarlet fever, Kawasaki disease, ichtyosis, psoriasis, hand eczema, and exfoliative dermatitis.
Peeling Skin on Hands Treatment
The mode of treatment for this skin condition depends on the actual cause. If this has been caused by bacterial infection, then the use of antibiotics or steroids can treat it. There are as well other remedies to minimize excessive peeling in the skin, including the following:
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Balanced and nutritious diet: The skin gains nourishment when the body is supplied with sufficient amounts of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Since skin peeling could be a result of vitamin deficiency, there must be adequate vitamins and nutrients in the body.
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Proper skin care: To maintain the health and moisture of the skin, a person has to consume more than 2 liters of water daily. Applying a good skin moisturizer can also be beneficial. The use of sun block creams helps in minimizing skin dryness when exposed to the sun. Also, it helps to avoid the use of skin products with harsh substances. Eating foods rich in iron like raisins, rice, peas, beans, broccoli and almonds nourishes the skin.
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Cucumber remedy: Grated cucumber when applied to the affected skin can effectively moisturize it.