[Column] Skin troubles caused by fine dust can be improved with appropriate skin care
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[Column] Skin troubles caused by fine dust can be improved with appropriate skin care
While the cold weather has continued for the past few days, fortunately, smog and fine dust have decreased, making the weather more pleasant.
However, there are many who are concerned about how long this pleasant weather will continue and whether fine dust as severe as that seen in early March will return.
With no idea when fine dust and smog will hit the Korean Peninsula again, the purchase of products related to fine dust has increased significantly
The number of people visiting dermatologists to improve skin damaged and troubled by fine dust has also increased significantly.
Because fine dust has fatal effects on the human body as well as the respiratory system, WHO has designated fine dust and ultrafine dust as class 1 carcinogens.
Fine dust has a direct effect on the respiratory system and immunity and is also fatal to the skin and scalp.
Fine dust is a very fine particle and contains various harmful substances and chemicals.
When fine dust settles on the skin or scalp, it can clog pores and prevent the skin from breathing.
These harmful substances penetrate the skin and cause skin troubles.
If you have regular skin troubles or have sensitive skin, the skin deterioration due to fine dust can be severe; and even if your skin is healthy,
You must be careful because skin troubles may occur due to the effects of fine dust.
However, you cannot avoid going out on days when fine dust is severe
Masks specifically designed for fine dust filter out fine dust and block the inflow of fine dust into the human body when breathing, but they cannot protect the skin.
As skin tired from fine dust requires countermeasures, let’s take a look at what methods are available.
First of all, skin damaged by fine dust can be improved in various ways.
O2 oxygen therapy helps with skin regeneration and collagen production, while balancing the skin’s pH and improving skin tone.
In the case of whitening toning, it brightens and clears dull skin tone and even improves redness caused by damage.
Lastly, IV white jade injection increases skin immunity, prevents aging and improves skin tone.
If you have skin troubles or skin diseases, not just fine dust, you can improve them through dermatological procedures.
However, before proceeding with the procedure, it is advisable to receive customized consultation and treatment at a dermatology clinic with know-how in dealing with various skin diseases for a long time.
Written by JAYJUN Plastic Surgery Clinic Director Kang Minji (dermatologist)