Work-related skin issues are quite common. Jobs in many fields can cause skin problems, from minor irritation to burns to sun damage. Thankfully, in many cases people can easily protect their skin while they’re clocked in and hard at work. Here’s an excerpt from Skincare-News.com's latest article, “Jobs That Can Irritate Your Skin (and a Slew of Solutions),” with suggestions custom-made for each job’s skin concerns.
- Cooks and chefs. People who work in a kitchen know how to withstand heat. However, working around stoves and ovens means a high risk for burns. Plus, certain foods—like garlic and citrus fruits—contain skin-irritating juices, which can cause redness, itchiness, scaling and swelling of the hands after being handled or chopped. There’s also the potential for the skin to absorb cooking oils and fried food greases emitted into the air, which can then cause acne. To keep skin safe, run burns under cold water for at least 10 minutes and refrain from popping blisters. Wash, rinse and dry hands thoroughly after handling food or food juices. And keep face clear by cleansing after work and applying acne spot treatments.
- Waiters, waitresses, retail clerks, cashiers, other workers who stand all day. For people whose jobs keep them constantly on their feet, varicose veins can be a major concern. Standing for long periods puts pressure on leg blood vessels and veins, which affects blood flow and can form unattractive varicose or spider veins. If possible, take breaks at work to elevate legs, and after work kick back and relax. Compression stockings can also help prevent these unsightly veins. To minimize existing veins, try a topical treatment; or seek professional procedures to effectively eliminate them.
- Jobs with long hours and high stress levels. Staying late at the office or lugging work home may bring professional rewards, but too often a person’s skin suffers the consequences. Being stressed and sleep-deprived can aggravate both acne and rosacea, as well as make skin look dull and lackluster. Skipping sleep can also mean dark under-eye circles and bags. Find ways to de-stress, such as unwinding with a soothing bath or shower after a hard day’s work. Get to bed earlier to ensure enough sleep, and treat puffiness and dark circles with an eye treatment. In the event that an all-nighter is necessary, use an allergy-tested concealer to cover up the evidence around the eyes.
See the full list of seven potentially irritating jobs and how to protect the skin at Skincare-News.com:
http://www.skincare-news.com/a-6636-Jobs_That_Can_Irritate_Your_Skin_and_a_Slew_of_Solutions.aspx
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