Seasonal allergies may impact your skin even if you don't suffer from these typical allergy symptoms.
The plants are blooming!
Seasonal allergies tend to be red, itchy eyes, sneezing and a runny nose but, it is far more than this for many people.
Seasonal allergies may impact your skin even if you don't suffer from these typical allergy symptoms.
Our skin has histamine receptors and this time of year, our skin can and often does react to all the allergens in the air. So, what does this look like?
1. Dryness and Irritation
Seasonal allergens like pollen can lead to dry and irritated skin. When your body encounters an allergen, it can increase the skin's sensitivity and dryness. This can result in redness, itching, and a feeling of tightness in the skin.
2. Hives and Rashes
Allergens can trigger the release of histamines, which may cause hives or rashes to appear on the skin.
3. Eczema, Acne and Rosacea Flare-Ups
Seasonal allergies create a low level of irritation in your skin making it all the easier for it to react to things it normally isn't too bothered by. Allergens create an inflammatory response and skin with chronic issues can truly suffer a bit more this time of year.
Tips for Managing Allergy-Related Skin Issues
1. Moisturize Regularly
Keeping your skin well-moisturized can help combat dryness and irritation. When your skin is hydrated and healthy, the skin barrier is better able to fight off allergens and fight off irritation.
2. Keep Allergen Exposure to a Minimum
Shower and change clothes after spending time outdoors to remove pollen and other allergens from your skin and hair. Keeping windows closed and using air purifiers can also help reduce indoor allergen levels.
3. Wear Sunscreen
UV rays can increase skin sensitivity, especially during allergy season.
4. Take Benadryl
To calm seasonal allergies, even for irritated skin, taking Benadryl a few nights a week can help calm the over-reactive histamine reactions in your skin.