Wed 30/April/2025 – 06:07 AM
Coinciding with the country’s exposure to an earthen storm during the hours of the day, the need to follow preventive measures to protect the most exposed parts of dust, which is the skin and eyes, is direct exposure to dust with it carries multiple problems, including dry skin, redness, irritation, and the appearance of pimples, in addition to eye infections and conjunctivitis.
Protect the skin and eyes during the earthy storms from irritation
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the microscopic molecules in dirt storms may cause clogging of the pores and irritation of the skin, especially for those who suffer from sensitive skin or skin diseases such as eczema, and that the eyes, as they are permanently open, are vulnerable to the entry of these fine particles, which leads to itching, redness and an increase in the risk of infection.
Dermatologists are advised to use moisturizing creams rich in antioxidants and vitamins before going out, in order to form a protective layer on the skin, and it is preferable to wash the face well with lukewarm water and gentle cleaner after returning to the home to remove dust residue, while avoiding strong rubbing that may lead to skin infections.
Wearing large sunglasses
As for ophthalmologists, they are recommended to wear large sunglasses that cover both sides to reduce the entry of dust into the eyes, in the event of a burning or a foreign body inside the eye, and it should be washed directly with a brine or artificial tears and avoids using the hand or rubbing the eye, to avoid causing scratches in the cornea.
In these periods, it is preferable to avoid the use of cosmetics, especially heavy foundation and makeup creams around the eye, as they may interact with dust and increase skin irritation or lead to clogging of the sebaceous glands in the eyelids.
Finally, care must be taken to clean the houses from the inside after each storm, especially the fabrics and furnishings that may store dust, as well as washing the face and eyes when waking up and before bed to keep moisturizing and cleaning the skin and eyes.
