One of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of Coronavirus is to maintain good personal hygiene.
As we read in the article published on the website of the Mayo Clinic, hand washing with soap and warm water is one of the best defenses against spreading the virus.
But what if the skin is dry (or irritated)? This problem is especially common in people who have certain skin conditions (dermatitis or eczema).
When applying hand lotion after washing isn't enough to keep your skin condition under control, you can add these additional steps:
- After washing, thoroughly rinsing and patting dry, apply and rub in a layer of hypoallergenic moisturizing lotion or cream.
- For extra moisturization, wait a minute or so after the first application, then apply again.
- Apply an ointment on top. Ointment doesn’t absorb into skin, but it slows the natural evaporation of moisture from the skin.
- Mix a teaspoon of white vinegar into an 8 oz glass of warm water and stir. Take two clean washcloths and soak them in the vinegar water. Wring them out. Wrap the washcloths around your hands.
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