Peeling skin on the face, body, arms, head

Peeling of the skin is the process of death of the surface layer of the epidermis, with the formation of secondary elements (scales) on the skin.

It has been proven that in normal conditions, human skin loses millions of cells every second, in place of which new “young” cells are formed. This is due to the fact that the skin is the primary protective barrier against infectious agents of the surrounding world. It also protects the body from any mechanical influence from the outside, ensures heat exchange processes, and contains a powerful receptor apparatus within itself. Therefore, the epidermis has a function of “constant renewal”.

Allergy

Dry skin can occur as a result of exposure to an allergen. Such a substance can be:

Food - chocolate, red vegetables and fruits, milk, eggs, almost any product can cause food allergies
Laundry detergents - stain removers, powders, conditioners, rinse aids
Cosmetics - cream, powder, eye shadow, soap, shower gel, hair styling products, etc. (see list of harmful substances in cosmetics, creams).
Household chemicals - any cleaning products for dishes, sinks, toilets (see the impact of household chemicals on health, how to make safe products yourself)
Metals - jewelry, buckles, rivets, buttons, zipper
Insect bites (mosquitoes, midges, bees)
Medications.

Two types of allergic reactions may occur:

contact dermatitis - in this case, a skin reaction appears after prolonged exposure to an irritating substance (not immediately). First, the skin turns red, itching and peeling appear (possibly the formation of bubbles with liquid). Later, the affected area of the body becomes covered with a dry crust.
urticaria - in this case, the reaction occurs instantly after the action of the allergen - hyperemia, swelling at the site of exposure, and a strong desire to scratch immediately appear.

More often, a predisposition to allergies is determined at an early age, especially in children whose relatives suffer from hypersensitivity to any substance. At an early age, the most common occurrence is the appearance of redness and peeling in the area of the cheeks, buttocks, and natural folds (see diathesis in a child).

Main sources of peeling

Regardless of whether the victim is faced with the problem around the mouth or on the fingers, he will first need to make an appointment with a cosmetologist or even a dermatologist. Otherwise, local therapy, which simply includes cream, some lotions with decoctions of medicinal herbs, will not particularly help the matter.

This is explained by the fact that in many victims, dryness along with necrosis of the epidermis does not appear at all due to the influence of harmful detergents and cleaning products. They are carriers of the ichthyosis gene, which manifests itself at an early age in the child. Pathology of a dermatological nature is often mistaken by ordinary people for traditionally dry skin.

In fact, ichthyosis is inherited, representing severe peeling, which occurs an order of magnitude more intensely than in those who did not receive the problematic gene. In addition to the fact that the torso of men and young ladies is covered with a layer similar to artificial snow, the affected areas also periodically itch unbearably.

Here only an experienced doctor can tell you how to get rid of the disease. Otherwise, the situation that has been ignored for years will get out of control, turning the body gray and white. The top layer is covered with small scales, which have a different color palette: from pearlescent to distinctly pink. In this situation, not a single mask or ointment made “according to grandma’s recipe” will help.

Difficulties are added by the fact that such staining with spots progresses constantly, only the localization of the new focus of inflammation changes. As soon as the slightest negative impact is exerted on the irritated area, the inflammation mechanism starts again. Against this background, many victims simply do not know what to do and how to remove unattractive manifestations at home, because even ordinary soap can provoke an exacerbation.

No less often, other dermatological diseases are the culprits of the abundant separation of superficial cells:

seborrhea;
psoriasis;
pityriasis rosea;
systemic lupus erythematosus;
dry erythema.

There are cases in medical practice when the skin near the eye, on the eyelids, elbows, nose, and palms is affected by a fungus. It is diagnosed even in newborns. But adults are more often affected by the consequences of destabilization of chronic internal organs, or secondary syphilis.

The huge family of various dermatitis, which includes three main categories, deserves special attention:

atopic;
contact;
allergic.

All of these diseases result in the victim having to fight against excessive formation and subsequent accumulation of dead skin cells, which ends in traditional peeling.

If during the examination it turns out that the catalysts for deterioration of well-being are not cosmetics, but systemic ailments cause irritation, then therapy should be comprehensive. This means that you will first need to eliminate the lesion itself, and only then work to cure the cracks. Without detailed laboratory diagnostics, it will not be possible to decide how to treat the deviation.

Among the external influence factors, the most common culprits of peeling of the lips and other parts of the body are:

alcohol-based care products;
excessive passion for peeling;
prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, as well as overdoing it with a solarium;
shower gels and shampoos that are not suitable for your skin type.

In second place is vitamin deficiency, which is equally common in women, infants, and representatives of the stronger sex. Here, the root of the problem should be sought in an acute lack of vitamin A. In addition to the fact that the lack of such a vital element in sufficient quantities leads to peeling in the groin and chin, its deficiency often provokes dryness of the eye shell. In advanced cases, the clinical picture is supplemented by pustular rashes, especially in a child with a weakened immune system.

According to some studies, a lack of vitamin B2 also negatively affects a person’s appearance. This is especially visible on the forehead, near the wings of the nose, on the cheeks, in the ears, or near them. Additional markers are the acquired purple tint of the tongue, as well as small cracks in the corners of the mouth, which no oil softens.

No less often, abnormalities of this kind on the eyebrows, feet, and between the legs cause various hormonal disorders. Most often, the general condition is disrupted by incorrectly secreted female sex hormones or thyroid hormones. Taken together or individually, this leads to a significant decrease in natural elasticity, even if the victim initially had oily skin. The most striking example of this kind is hypothyroidism. This is the name for a disease due to which the level of production of thyroid hormones is reduced several times.

The situation is even worse for women during menopause, when, along with dry feet, they begin to be affected by more wrinkles, as well as sagging, which no type of scrub can significantly hide.

Application of moisturizing creams

Moisturizers are excellent products that restore the skin's moisture balance, but only when used correctly. They create a “water buffer” on the surface of the skin. Under conditions of normal air humidity, the cream binds moisture from the air and transfers it to the skin, but when the moisture content in the environment is low, the opposite process occurs: water from the skin is released into the environment and the skin begins to peel off. This feature must be taken into account when using moisturizing cosmetics.

Lack of vitamins

There are many vitamins and microelements, the lack of which can negatively affect the health of the skin and its appearance. Such substances are necessary in minimal quantities, but their contribution to the metabolic processes of the whole organism cannot be overestimated. For vitamin deficiencies, moisturizing the skin with cosmetics does not have any effect. The skin most often peels off on the face, knees and elbows (on the extensor side). Most often, the lack of the following vitamins affects the skin condition:

Vitamin A (if there is a deficiency, there is a deterioration in the condition of hair and nails, and visual disturbances are possible, especially at night).
Vitamin K (if there is a deficiency, there is increased bleeding and a long period of healing of minor skin lesions).
Vitamin C (with a deficiency, wrinkles appear, the skin becomes pale, sleep patterns are disrupted, and gums bleed).
B vitamins: B2, B3, B7, B12 (with insufficient intake, sleep disturbances, hair loss, bleeding gums, fatigue, dandruff, depression, nervousness are observed).
Vitamin E (deficiency is manifested by the premature appearance of wrinkles, hyperpigmentation of the skin, and a long period of healing of skin injuries).

Hypovitaminosis can be caused by poor nutrition or disturbances in the absorption of foods (see vitamins in tablets - dispelling myths). But it should be borne in mind that an excess of some vitamins is also manifested by a deterioration in the condition of the skin, nails and hair (see why nails peel and crumble).

What tests need to be taken for peeling skin?

Deterioration of the condition of the skin can occur as a result of the use of bad cosmetics. In this case, it is enough to change your skin care system. But if the reasons are deep-rooted, then you must undergo a series of tests:

General blood test. Necessary for identifying problems of an infectious nature, vitamin deficiency and anemia. This type of diagnosis allows you to identify helminths. They have a toxic effect on the body. This leads to deterioration of the dermis;
Complete (biochemical) blood test. Its results make it possible to identify disturbances in the functioning of internal organs. You can find out what elements the body lacks for full development. For example, vitamins A and B affect skin condition. Their lack leads to flaking and dryness. Poor functioning of the kidneys, liver, stomach and all parts of the gastrointestinal tract also negatively affects our face, chin and other areas of the body.
Blood test for general immunity level and determination of allergic reactions. A good allergy test can accurately find a specific allergen;
Mycological examination. Prescribed to identify fungal infections in seborrheic dermatitis and pityriasis rosea;
Histological examination. A scraping of the skin is taken in advance.

If a patient is suspected of having hormonal disorders, the doctor will refer you for a consultation with an endocrinologist. This specialist will determine the lack of hormones by ordering tests to determine thyroid hormones, estrogens (in women), and DHEA. With such an extensive examination, all causative factors can be determined. Draw up the correct treatment regimen. Develop a number of preventive recommendations.

Dysbacteriosis

In newborns, peeling skin can be caused by dysbiosis. In this case, the baby may experience constant underweight, loss of body weight, pale skin, tummy problems (frequent regurgitation, flatulence, bowel irregularities). In adults, skin problems can also be associated with intestinal dysfunction. Patients often complain of a metallic taste in the mouth, alternating constipation and diarrhea, an insatiable desire to eat, rumbling in the stomach, flatulence, bloating, dry mucous membranes, headaches (see symptoms of dysbiosis).

A lack of bacteria in the intestines leads to disturbances in the process of digestion of food. Even with a complete diet (sufficient supply of nutrients, vitamins and microelements, optimal ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates), a person is not able to absorb them effectively, and the likelihood of developing vitamin deficiencies increases (see how to treat dysbacteriosis).

Peeling skin in children

The thickness of the top layer of skin in children is less than in adults. And therefore the causes of dryness are much greater:

Prolonged exposure to the sun;
Cold wind currents;
Negative effects of soaps, shampoos and other care products;
Lack of vitamins;
Constant nervous disorders and stress;
Infectious problems.

Children often experience chamomile, lichen, fungal infections, dermatitis, and eczema. Cases of hereditary diseases cannot be excluded.

All this is a consequence of poor nutrition and hygiene procedures based on low-quality products. Only a specialist can identify the causative factors. Therefore, as soon as parents see characteristic changes in the condition of the skin, it is necessary to seek help from a dermatologist.

Hormonal changes

In the human body, the amount of estrogen produced directly affects the condition of the skin. This hormone controls the production of sebum, which is a natural moisturizer for the skin. Changes in estrogen levels can be observed in diseases of the endocrine system and problems in the functioning of the following organs:

Thyroid gland
Ovarian
Adrenal glands (read about adrenal insufficiency), etc.

Hormonal changes await women during menopause (about 50 years). At this time, there is a natural decrease in estrogen levels (not associated with diseases of the endocrine system), which leads to skin aging, aging, loss of moisture and dryness. The skin begins to peel off, and the woman almost never leaves the feeling of tightness.

Why does skin peeling occur?

A disruption in the natural balance of renewal of the cellular structures of the skin can be observed for a number of reasons, the impact of which provokes a pathological deviation. Among them, the following should be highlighted:

changes in ambient temperature;
manifestation of an allergic reaction to the external use of care products;
existing skin diseases;
unbalanced diet, which is associated with the lack of fat-soluble vitamins necessary for the skin;
natural aging of the surface layer;
hereditary predisposition.

Thus, the causal effect contributes to a change in the ratio of the rate of keratinization of epithelial cells with their rejection, which leads to the manifestation of typical signs of skin peeling:

itching;
change in skin turgor;
the appearance of a hint of hyperemia;
presence of relative pain syndrome;
formation of small cracks on the surface.

Helminthiasis

When infected with helminths (worms), in some cases, skin reactions may occur, including peeling and rashes. Along with such manifestations, there are problems with the intestines, increased body temperature, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, and signs of intoxication (poisoning by waste products of worms). Some parasites enter the human body through the skin, and an allergic reaction often occurs in these places. Some individuals parasitize muscle tissue, which can also cause skin manifestations (see signs of worms in humans).

Pathological causes of skin peeling

Many diseases and pathological conditions are accompanied by peeling of the skin.

Fungal infection. Most often, the fungus can be found on the sole or between the phalanges of the toes. When the process persists for a long time, cracks appear and the color of the lesions changes, there is itching and an unpleasant odor.
Ichthyosis. It is a hereditary disease, the symptoms of which appear at an early age. The disease affects almost the entire surface of the human body.
Psoriasis. The manifestation of the disease is protruding and flaky plaques, which cause itching and tend to spread to healthy tissue. The skin in these places becomes thinner and prone to injury.
Dry eczema. The process is most often localized on the arms and legs and tends to occur during the cold season. The affected areas usually become red and painful, and deep cracks appear.
Allergic reaction. Hypersensitivity to components of cosmetics, detergents, washing powder (allergic contact dermatitis) causes a reaction of the epidermis at the sites of contact with them or a general allergy of the whole body. Less commonly, another type of allergy (food, drug) can manifest itself as peeling of the skin.
Dysbacteriosis. Often the cause of pathological skin processes is a disruption of the natural functioning of the intestines against the background of an increased content of pathogenic microflora in it. Manifestations on the skin in this case are associated with “poisoning” of the body with waste products of infectious agents.
Hormonal changes. Diseases of the endocrine system often cause changes in the skin. Such diseases include: adrenal insufficiency, disruption of the normal functioning of the ovaries or thyroid gland.
Infestation of worms or other parasites. The skin is a powerful immunological apparatus that reacts very vividly to any changes in the internal environment of the body. Therefore, the introduction of helminths often manifests itself in the form of peeling or rash on the skin. In addition, there are disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract, dyspeptic complaints and varying degrees of intoxication syndrome.
Other chronic diseases. Skin problems, including peeling, often arise from various processes in the internal organs, for example, liver problems or diabetes mellitus are accompanied by dry epidermis and itchy sensations. We must not forget about systemic diseases with skin manifestations, such as lupus erythematosus or scleroderma, in which changes at the cellular level affect numerous organs and systems.

Demodicosis (parasitization of eyelash mites)

The tick often chooses the human face as its habitat, in particular the eyelids, eyebrows, chin area, nasolabial triangle, forehead or ear canals. At the injection site, peeling (in the form of scales or crusts), swelling, and the formation of swollen and reddened areas are noted.

If the parasite settles on the eyelids, then the person may experience rapid eye fatigue, local loss of eyelashes, difficulty opening the eyes in the morning (a sticky liquid is formed that prevents the eyelids from opening). When using cosmetics and detergents, the skin affected by the mite becomes very itchy and swollen. If the eye itself (its mucous membrane) is affected, then dryness, photophobia, and protrusion of capillaries on the surface are observed.

Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus may be one of the causes of peeling skin. A rather insidious disease, in the initial stages and during latent course it manifests itself only in the form of itching of the skin and its dryness. Subsequently, dryness of the mucous membranes of the mouth and genitals appears. Thirst and frequent urination are often observed, deterioration in mood, rapid fatigue, weight loss (there may be a sharp jump in the scales up or down), and depression are often observed.

When the concentration of glucose in the circulating blood is constantly high, the human body tries to reduce it, mainly through excretion in the urine. For these purposes, the lion's share of the free fluid found in the human body is used. It is the lack of moisture that leads to dry skin.

Peeling on the neck - causes of dryness and rashes on the skin

The condition of the skin is an indicator of how healthy the body is. Therefore, any skin problems indicate problems, and it is imperative to establish what they are.

Peeling on the neck is one of the negative symptoms that is often ignored. This phenomenon in most cases eliminates itself, but this does not mean that its cause has disappeared. And sometimes, after the appearance of peeling, other deviations occur as the provoking pathology progresses. This means that you cannot ignore this symptom - you should find out why it occurred.

Allergic reaction

Allergies very often cause skin problems. It occurs as a result of human interaction with a certain substance.

If the body is sensitive to this substance, the immune system perceives it as dangerous, which is signaled by the production of histamine.

The result may be a rash, swelling, redness and peeling in different parts of the body. First of all, these symptoms affect open areas, including the neck.

A variety of substances can be among the irritants.

The main ones are:

Antihistamines help eliminate pathological symptoms. They block the production of histamine, thereby eliminating allergy symptoms. However, it is impossible to completely overcome the disease itself, since it is caused by the characteristics of the immune system. Therefore, it is very important to identify allergens and avoid contact with them - this will prevent the occurrence of repeated attacks.

- How to find out what you are allergic to?

Hormonal changes

Changes in hormonal levels can cause a lot of difficulties in the body. They lead to disturbances in the metabolic process and in the functioning of internal organs. The skin is sensitive to such problems.

In this regard, dry and flaky skin in the neck area can be caused by hormonal imbalances. With a significant hormonal imbalance, not only these symptoms appear, but also a rash, itching, and burning.

In particularly severe cases, ulcers may form.

Sometimes hormonal imbalance is due to physiological reasons. This happens during pregnancy or puberty. Menopause in women is associated with a decrease in estrogen production in the body, which leads to aging of the skin and the appearance of adverse symptoms. In these cases, the violations will be eliminated after stabilization of the hormonal levels.

But it also happens that changes in hormone production occur without objective reasons. This is dangerous not only due to skin diseases, but also due to numerous disruptions in the functioning of the body. Therefore, the problem needs to be diagnosed and neutralized, and it is advisable to do this at the first negative symptoms.

If your neck is flaky and itchy, you should consult a doctor, because this may be one of the signs of hormonal imbalance, which is very dangerous for complications.

Treatment in this case is carried out with hormonal drugs to return the body to a normal state. Experts also prescribe auxiliary symptomatic therapy.

When should you take a hormone test? :

Diabetes mellitus as a cause of skin problems

In diabetes mellitus, an abnormally large amount of sugar is observed in the patient's blood. This may be due to excessive insulin production or insufficient insulin synthesis. This is also facilitated by a person’s poor diet (eating a lot of sweets).

Elevated glucose levels cause numerous disorders in the body, and one of them is skin problems. If a person has dry skin that is constantly flaky and itchy, it makes sense to check whether he has diabetes. With this disease, dehydration occurs, which leads to such symptoms.

You can get rid of these phenomena with competent therapy, with the help of which the amount of glucose in the blood can be kept normal. For this purpose, hypoglycemic agents are used, which are selected taking into account the clinical picture.

Fungal infections

They are caused by penetration into the body and active reproduction of the fungus. Some varieties of mycosis provocateurs live in the human microflora constantly, waiting for favorable conditions. To become infected with other species, the patient must have contact with the carrier.

With strong immunity, the body copes with pathogens, preventing their reproduction. But the immune system can be weakened by adverse influences. TO

these include:

infectious diseases;
chronic pathologies;
poor nutrition;
avitaminosis;
drug abuse;
long-term treatment with antibiotics;
bad habits, etc.

Under the influence of any of these factors, the body's protective functions weaken, as a result of which mycosis can develop.

In this case, peeling of the skin, itching, redness, and swelling often occur. In this case, pathological phenomena can affect not only the cervical part, but also other areas.

To overcome skin problems, you need to suppress the activity of the fungus. Antimycotic drugs are intended for this. To alleviate acute manifestations, additional agents may be prescribed: anti-inflammatory, decongestant, moisturizing, healing, etc.

Ichthyosis and psoriasis

These are two diseases that are characterized by flaking of the skin. They differ in the mechanism and causes of occurrence, but have similar symptoms. It is worth considering them in more detail.

The main cause of ichthyosis is heredity. It is caused by a special genetic mutation. With this disease, the skin in the damaged areas takes on a resemblance to fish scales and is very flaky.

In severe forms of ichthyosis, keratinization of the skin is observed. The disease is accompanied by the formation of cracks through which infection enters the body.

Psoriasis develops under the influence of several factors (abundance of stress, bad habits, negative environmental conditions).

The disease is characterized by the appearance of spots on the body and severe peeling of the damaged areas.

It is impossible to cure this pathology; it can only be controlled through therapy.

Lack of vitamins

For proper functioning, the body must have a sufficient amount of vitamins and essential microelements. They ensure the activity of internal organs, maintain tone, and promote performance.

If any element is missing, problems may arise. And if there is a deficiency of several vitamins, then adverse changes occur in the body. And often they affect the condition of the skin, which loses elasticity, becomes dry and sensitive.

Various reasons can provoke the development of vitamin deficiency.

These include:

stressful situations;
long-term illness;
poor nutrition;
pregnancy;
problems with the endocrine system, etc.

There is only one way to combat peeling skin caused by a lack of vitamins - saturating the body with them. Vitamin and mineral complexes are used for this purpose. Following a proper diet can also help.

How do you know which vitamins are missing? from Dr. Evdokimenko:

Other causes of peeling skin on the neck

Skin problems can be caused by many different reasons.

In addition to those listed above, the following can be mentioned:

Presence of parasites . Helminths, once in the human body, disrupt the functioning of internal organs and interfere with the normal course of metabolic processes. Because of this, the patient does not receive enough beneficial microelements, which negatively affects the condition of the skin.
Dysbacteriosis . This violation causes the leaching of beneficial substances from the body. It also causes dehydration, which leads to dryness and flaking of the skin in different parts of the body.
Bathing in hot water . The influence of high temperatures negatively affects the condition of the epidermis. Prolonged exposure to hot water is especially harmful.
Poor quality care products . The presence of a large number of chemical elements in them harms the skin.
Wrong choice of cosmetics . It is very important to select skincare products according to your skin type. For dry skin types, you need to use special moisturizing creams.

Detection of unfavorable symptoms requires attention from the patient. Sometimes peeling of the cervical area is not dangerous, but very often it indicates serious abnormalities in the body. They need to be diagnosed and eliminated to avoid complications.

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Erythema fissures (dry or asteatotic eczema)

The disease is chronic, with relapses occurring in the cold season. Severe peeling of the skin on the arms and legs is most often observed, but the disease can affect the entire surface of the body.

Along with peeling, there is general dryness and redness of the skin, a clear highlighting of all physiological lines (skin pattern) and the presence of linearly cracked areas (escoriations). Often the process is accompanied by inflammation, which gradually progresses (often with advanced fissured erythema, weeping and exudate are observed). The affected areas of the body hurt (see symptoms and types of eczema).

Ichthyosis

The flaky areas of the human body with ichthyosis resemble fish scales (have a quadrangular shape), the disease itself is a pathology of keratinization of the skin and is inherited (manifests in early childhood). Often the scales are pigmented (hyperkeratosis). The disease has several forms.

Ichthyosis vulgaris

Ichthyosis vulgaris is the most common form, affecting people of different sexes with equal frequency. It appears on the entire surface of the body, except for flexion surfaces (armpits, neck, groin, articular cavities, etc.). Most often, scales are observed on the elbows and knees (on the outer extensor surface) and have different colors (from whitish to gray-black). In a child, the disease practically does not manifest itself on the face; in an adult, areas of dryness and peeling may occur on the forehead or cheeks. On the palms and skin of the feet there is flour-like peeling with a pronounced network-like pattern; nails are rough, brittle and deformed; hair thinning and hair loss are noted; teeth are highly susceptible to caries. Patients with ichthyosis have a hereditary predisposition to eye diseases (myopia), and relapses of retinitis and conjunctivitis often occur. Cardiovascular or liver failure may be diagnosed.

Recessive ichthyosis

Inherited only by men (on the X chromosome). The scales are shaped like black-brown scutes (reminiscent of crocodile skin) and have a fairly dense structure. Often the disease is accompanied by a child's developmental delay, disturbances in the formation of the skeleton, cataracts, epilepsy or hypogonadism (insufficient testicular function).

Congenital ichthyosis

The disease begins its development in utero (at 16-20 weeks of pregnancy). In a newborn, the scales can reach a centimeter in thickness, have different shapes, be completely smooth or slightly jagged, and the skin between them is deeply cracked. In infants, there is deformation of the mouth, ears, eyelid skin and skeleton. There may be bridges on the fingers and toes and missing nail plates. Most babies are stillborn or die a few days after birth.

Epidermolytic ichthyosis

One of the forms of congenital ichthyosis. The skin of a newborn has a bright red color (as with a thermal burn); the areas of the feet and palms are covered with a thick layer of white epidermis. The scales are torn off at the slightest touch, hemorrhages into the mucous membranes and skin are possible - such children do not live long. Over time, there are fewer flaky areas, but relapses of the disease occur quite often. In the areas of natural folds of the skin, by the 4-5th year of life, thick scales with a dirty gray color are formed. Subsequently, children are diagnosed with endocrine and nervous system disorders (paralysis, mental retardation, polyneuropathy, infantilism, etc.).

Roughness and signs of disease

The above reasons can serve as a catalyst for dermatological diseases, which is indicated by your face. An insufficient amount of moisture in the upper layers of the epidermis can cause dryness and flaking also on the back and limbs.

Xerosis

If the skin has become rough and changed color, if peeling, itching, and cracks appear and persist for a long time, you should think that this is not a simple cosmetic defect. This condition can be caused by xerosis, a symptomatic manifestation of a skin disease that should only be treated by a specialist.

Xerosis is caused by a special physiological condition of the skin with insufficient function of the sebaceous glands, characteristic, for example, of women with thin white skin, as well as during menopause.

Atopy

Roughness can appear due to the use of chlorinated water, washing powders, soap and other more or less aggressive environments. This can cause a chronic disease such as atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema. It is typical for people with sensitive immune systems and hereditary predisposition.

Dermatitis is manifested by the following symptoms:

Uneven rough skin, itching, dryness, rash.
The reddish rash is localized in small areas of the skin of the face, neck, limbs, and also on the back.
In the initial stage, the itching is insignificant, but dry skin is flaky and prone to cracks, which can later become infected.

Atopic dermatitis is especially common among young children and also occurs in adults.

Preventive measures include washing the body with non-chlorinated water (preferably boiled), using gloves when cleaning and washing, using moisturizing creams (Emolium) and lotions. In severe cases, medications prescribed by a doctor are used.

Lupus erythematosus (SLE)

A systemic autoimmune disease (own immunity destroys normal body cells, the decomposition products of which cause general intoxication of the body and multiple damage to internal organs). Women are more often affected by the disease.

Not all patients with lupus experience peeling skin. Most often, red papules (rash) appear on the nose and cheeks (shaped like a butterfly); hyperemic, dry areas may appear on the torso and arms. Often symptoms appear in the genital area and mucous membranes of the nose and mouth - there are multiple ulcers. The hair and nails of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus are prone to brittleness, and patches of hair loss occur.

Possible manifestations of the disease include:

Joints (their symmetrical deformation occurs, pain increases).
Blood (neutrophil leukocytes have fragments of nuclei from other cells, anemia).
Cardiovascular system (endocarditis, pericarditis, myocarditis, atherosclerotic vascular lesions)
Kidney (nephritis, blood and protein are found in the urine, the outflow of fluid from the body is disrupted, swelling progresses).
Nervous system (convulsions, psychosis, peresthesia, encephalopathy, cerebrovasculitis).
Gastrointestinal tract (stool disorders).

Patients may experience a sharp rise in body temperature, rapid fatigue, and frequent headache attacks.

Pityriasis rosea

With the disease, both itching and peeling are observed at the same time, progression is noted in the autumn or spring months, when the body is weakened by seasonal colds.

The first signs of pityriasis rosea can be confused with symptoms of a respiratory infection: the temperature rises, there is general malaise, fatigue, general weakness, and enlarged lymph nodes. Later, peeling spots are observed on the skin; they have symmetrical outlines and are localized in the torso and thighs. Initially, one large spot appears (up to 4 cm in diameter), its surface slightly rises above the surface of the rest of the skin, the color can vary from bright pink to yellow-pink.

Later, over the course of 2-3 weeks, the formation of small spots is observed, flaking at the edges, their size does not exceed 2 cm. Gradually, the plaques disappear, and in their place a pale mark forms, which disappears after some time. Pityriasis rosea is rarely the cause of peeling skin on the face. Itching may be absent or pronounced, often intensifying from the patient’s neuro-emotional stress.

Causes of very dry neck skin

The neck is not only a very crooked part of our body, glorified by artists and poets. It is also an object of close attention due to its increased sensitivity.

Medical reasons ↑

Quite often, many women and men experience certain unhealthy manifestations on the neck: peeling, spots, rashes, premature formation of wrinkles, redness and dryness. Let's try to analyze in detail the causes and possible solutions to just such a problem as redness and dryness of the skin on the neck: erythema, lichen, ichthyosis, dermatitis, fungal infections, eczema, diabetes.

This is a short list of diseases, one of the symptoms of which may be redness and even itching. However, there are a number of other reasons and factors that lead to similar phenomena on the neck and face.

To accurately weed out serious health problems and focus on cosmetic techniques and medications that will relieve symptoms and bring your skin into complete order, you will most likely have to visit specialists such as an allergist, dermatologist, infectious disease specialist, neurologist, who will find out the causes and They will prescribe treatment or send you to a beauty salon.

Other common reasons ↑

Peeling of the skin is the accumulation of excess dead skin cells, which occurs due to a violation of the mechanism of keratinization and exfoliation of the upper layers of the epidermis. If the skin peels and turns red, you can easily eliminate this if you get rid of some of your bad habits and acquire new ones that benefit not only your appearance, but also the body as a whole, namely:

Avoid swimming in hot water.

Perhaps you are taking baths too often and for too long?

Most likely, your skin is dry and simply does not receive a sufficient dose of hydration.

You are not properly caring for the largest organ of our body - the skin. In particular - on the neck.

Frequent visits to a swimming pool with highly chlorinated water.

Try to dress according to the weather: in the cold season, be sure to cover your neck with a fashionable, stylish scarf made of natural fabric.

Choose high-quality caring cosmetics. If necessary, use the services of a cosmetologist. Any redness is a reason to consult a specialist and find out why this is happening.

To restore a healthy, young, well-groomed appearance to your hair, nails, and skin, your body should not lack vitamin A and other important microelements.

Eat sensibly. The cause may be an unhealthy diet.

Drink at least 2 liters of clean water per day (not counting coffee, tea, compote, cocktails).

Quit smoking, reduce the consumption of alcoholic beverages to a minimum or also give up.

Do neck exercises regularly. This will allow the skin to be more elastic, firm, and normalize its balance.

In parallel with using other methods to eliminate redness, peeling and dry skin (we mean proper care, masks and peeling), eliminate as many of the above factors as possible, which have an extremely negative impact on the condition of the skin in the neck, face and décolleté.

Moisturizing masks ↑

Peeling and dry skin can be visually removed with the help of active moisturizing, which the problem area really needs. To do this, first of all, use home remedies that your body is accustomed to.

Take half a peach or apricot and half a banana, add a quarter glass of warm milk. Beat everything with a blender and apply this composition in a thick layer to the cleansed neck and décolleté. Leave for 20 minutes.

Add a spoonful of sour cream or cream to 2 tablespoons of cucumber pulp.

Essential and base oils perfectly moisturize the skin. The neck is very fond of olive, almond, tea rose, coconut, primrose oil, sea buckthorn, and cocoa.

Here's how to use them correctly: combine 3 drops of essential oil with a base oil (olive or almond) heated to 40 degrees, add a little honey, oatmeal and mix everything thoroughly.

You can apply this composition for longer than 20 minutes, including on the face.

The simplest option may be this: add any essential oil to the moisturizing day cream for the neck and face in a ratio of 1 to 10. Stir the product thoroughly with a clean orange stick and use as usual.

Once a week, you can simply wipe flaky and red skin with a pad soaked in extra virgin olive oil.

Each of these masks should be done once a week. Wash it off with water at room temperature. If you feel tightness on your skin, apply a nourishing cream.

Nourishing masks ↑

Along with moisturizing, you need to regularly nourish your skin. An excellent option would be to apply a moisturizing mask and a nourishing one a few days later. Before carrying out the latter, gently peel the skin with fruit (citrus fruits, apples, strawberries), vegetable (tomatoes) or berry gruel, semolina with a spoon of cream, oatmeal and even just oatmeal. Don't forget about your cleavage.

Nourishing mask with a whitening effect: add half a teaspoon of parsley juice, a tablespoon of cream and warm honey to the banana pulp. Leave the product on the cleansed skin of the neck and décolleté for 15 minutes. Parsley, citrus juice, clay, and fermented milk products perfectly whiten redness and age spots.

Mix a small piece of melted butter with oatmeal and a spoonful of honey. If the consistency is too thick, add milk or fruit juice.

To additionally nourish the skin, you can use the following ingredients in different proportions: egg yolk, cottage cheese, full-fat kefir or natural yogurt, cosmetic clay (especially white), honey, wax, fruit.

Natural oils have powerful nutritional properties. For a nourishing mask, you can use the following esters: castor, coconut, peach, apricot and grape seeds, wheat germ, flaxseed oil.

You can combine components, change proportions, remove unsuitable ones and add other useful substances. Make sure you don't have allergies. Don't forget about basic care: cleansing, toning, moisturizing (in the morning), nutrition (in the evening).

Give your skin care, take care of it, apply substances to your neck and chest that will help maintain youth, elasticity, and most importantly, health. You will definitely see the result.

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Dry skin on the neck

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Peeling skin on the neck

Peeling caused by dry skin is medically known as xeroderma. Most often it is caused by unfavorable environmental factors, but it can also be caused by the development of the disease. Peeling skin on the neck is also accompanied by irritation, redness, sagging and painful cracks.

Causes of peeling skin

Dryness is caused by an excess amount of dead skin cells in the epidermis. Peeling skin on the neck appears for the following reasons:

Side effects from taking certain medications (retinoids, antihistamines, diuretics);
Diet with low nutritional value, lack of vitamins and microelements;
External natural conditions;
Pityriasis rosea;
Psoriasis;
Atopic dermatitis;
Scarlet fever;
Fungal infection;
Hypothyroidism;
Eczema

In addition to diseases, other factors can influence the appearance of unpleasant symptoms. Such as frequent washing in hot water, aggressive effects of household chemicals, chlorinated water and others.

Diagnosis of peeling

Finding out why the skin on your neck has become dry and irritated may require some research. Independent preliminary diagnosis of peeling is available on our website. But only an experienced specialist can reliably establish the cause. First of all, consult a dermatologist.

It is possible to determine exactly what caused peeling in individual areas of the neck using laboratory tests. Usually carried out:

Which doctor treats peeling skin on the neck?

If you feel peeling skin on your neck, you should consult a doctor of the following specialty:

After the examination, the doctor will prescribe the necessary diagnostics in your case. Some diseases are difficult to diagnose, as they say “by eye”. Therefore, you need to trust your doctor when prescribing tests. After all the tests, the doctor will be able to formulate the correct course of treatment. Remember: accurate diagnosis and correct diagnosis are already 50% of success in treatment!

Treatment of peeling on the neck

The main enemy of irritated skin is dehydration. Soaps and other cleaning products should be used with extreme caution. Do not use lotions and creams containing alcohol and lanolin.

If peeling is caused by climatic factors, it is recommended to pay special attention to skin protection. It is necessary to make masks with vegetable oils, lactic acid products and vitamins.

They perfectly soften and moisturize the skin.

If peeling is caused by a lack of vitamins, you need to change your diet. You should definitely include fish and seafood, liver, cottage cheese, whole grain bread, nuts, cereals, and colored vegetables in your menu.

In addition, there are vitamin complexes that will help restore the required amount of nutrients in the body in the shortest possible time.

And yet, doctors strongly do not recommend self-medication, and at the first symptoms, consult a specialist.

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Psoriasis

There are several forms of psoriasis, each of which has individual symptoms. The disease occurs as a result of activation of lymphocytes and an increase in the intensity of the growth of a network of small capillaries in the upper layers of the skin. There is the formation of a flaky, dry area of skin that itches, and severe tightness is also noted (see how to treat psoriasis).

Simple psoriasis

Inflamed areas of the skin are covered with plaques that rise above the rest of the surface; they are thickened and prone to stratification. The skin becomes thinner, and bleeding occurs at the slightest pressure. The disease is spreading quickly. Peeling can be observed on the scalp (the scalp).

Inverse psoriasis

Areas of dry, smooth, inflamed skin appear, which also protrude slightly upward. They are localized in the flexion zones of the arms and legs, as well as in the natural folds of the skin (groin area). Often such plaques are injured mechanically (by clothing, for example) and infection penetrates into the resulting wounds.

Guttate psoriasis

The patient's skin becomes covered with small areas of inflammation, their shape resembles dots or drops, and their color varies from pale pink to bright purple. The onset of the disease often coincides with viral diseases.

Pustular psoriasis

Many pustules (blisters with liquid) appear on a person's skin. Often they become infected with bacteria, and the fluid resembles pus. The skin under the foci of inflammation exfoliates, and the blisters themselves merge. Peeling of the skin is localized on the legs, arms and forearms.

There are possible summer and winter variants of the course of psoriasis. In the first case, under the influence of sunlight, the symptoms worsen; in the second, on the contrary, long-term remission is achieved.

How and why skin peels

For a number of pathological reasons, excessive rejection of skin cells occurs, which is clinically manifested by severe peeling of different parts of the body.

Along with this symptom, the patient may present the following complaints:

a constant feeling of “tightness” of the skin in places where it is most peeling, there is a feeling that it may “burst”;
the skin becomes thinner, and at the slightest traumatic impact, wounds appear;
dry skin begins to crack and traces of blood appear;
there are itchy sensations and places of strong scratching;
the color of the skin changes (usually redness) in the area of peeling;
pustules, ulcers or other elements appear;
the focus of desquamation tends to grow uncontrollably onto healthy tissue.

Scarlet fever

The disease is of an infectious nature, caused by streptococci. The patient has signs of general intoxication, body temperature rises, chills begin, headache, and aches throughout the body. After some time, the skin becomes covered with small rashes in the form of dots, they have a bright pink color, the skin becomes pink. Scarlet fever is also indicated by a strong difference in the color of the skin on the face: the nasolabial triangle is pale, without a rash, and the cheeks “burn”, become bright red, and have a rash on them.

Often, a doctor diagnoses a sore throat during the initial examination; the lymph nodes become significantly denser and are painful on palpation. The tongue becomes covered with a brownish coating, which gradually disappears on its own. Its mucous membrane becomes bright crimson, and the shiny papillae are clearly visible.

About a week after the onset of scarlet fever, the rash disappears, leaving no traces or pigmented or depigmented areas. After a couple of weeks, peeling appears, first on the delicate skin of the neck, natural folds, and then throughout the body. The skin comes off in layers, starting from the last phalanx of the fingers, gradually spreading to the surface of the hands and soles.

Seborrheic dermatitis

The disease occurs as a result of the active activity of microbes in natural human secretions (sebum). Most often, the disease manifests itself in the scalp, facial skin, ears, chest, and back of the body (see seborrheic dermatitis on the face). Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis.

Irritation, redness and well-defined dry plaques (flaking) appear on the affected area of the body. The scales themselves are quite fatty and are formed as a result of the connection of neighboring nodules that have a yellowish tint. When dermatitis is localized in the area of natural folds (the area under the breasts, behind the ears, in the groin area), weeping may appear, subsequently the skin cracks and may fester. The progression of the disease is quite slow, but the involvement of significant areas of the body in the process requires immediate medical attention, especially in children (if additional symptoms are present: growth retardation, diarrhea).

Diseases and their symptoms

Symptoms of certain diseases accompanied by roughness of the skin.

Follicular hyperkeratosis is a disease with extensive growth and thickening of the stratum corneum. The pathology is manifested by the presence of goose bumps and bright red nodular formations in the area of the elbows and knees, on the inner thighs and buttocks.
Diabetes. This disease occurs with changes in the functioning of all organs and systems of the body, and the epidermis also suffers. Its normal activity is disrupted, the cells cannot maintain the proper level of moisture, so the skin becomes rough, easily injured and infected. Roughness of the skin in this pathology is manifested by scleroderma (tissue thickening) or acanthokeratoderma (itching, dryness and discoloration of the affected areas). Most often, these processes spread in the areas of the neck, armpits, and groin. In addition to skin manifestations, the disease has a number of characteristic signs: increased feeling of thirst and (or) hunger, weakness, weakened immunity.
Ichthyosis. Diseases of a genetic nature with disorders of the mechanisms of keratinization of the skin. It appears as a proliferation of many whitish formations on its surface, the appearance of which resembles fish scales.
Vitamin deficiencies A, E and C. This group of diseases is expressed in the loss of the skin's normal properties (elasticity, firmness). With them, the turgor of the epidermis is reduced, there are thickenings, swelling, and redness. Severe vitamin deficiency affects all organs and systems, not only the skin suffers, but also blood vessels, bones, muscles and internal organs.
Allergies. Roughness in these disorders is caused by the activity of antibodies, which are actively produced in response to a specific irritant. Inflammation of the epidermis in these cases leads to swelling, redness and, over time, thickening of the skin. Hypersensitivity reactions are accompanied by specific symptoms: cough, lacrimation, redness of the mucous membranes of the eyes, runny nose.
Psoriasis. This is a skin disease with the formation of thickening of the epidermis. Rough, red plaques appear on the elbows, scalp, and lower back, which are very itchy.
Nervous and mental illnesses. In these cases, patients can constantly injure and scratch the skin; these actions lead to the appearance of compactions and roughness on its surface.

In most cases, patient complaints about rough skin are accompanied by a number of other symptoms:

dryness and sensitivity of the affected areas to temperature influences or the formation of weeping surfaces, rashes, microcracks;
burning, pain, itching;
the formation of scales, seals, nodules;
changes in skin color;
decreased turgor, laxity and pastiness of the skin.

Blepharitis

The disease manifests itself on the skin of the eyelids. The edge of the upper or lower eyelid thickens, turns red, and multiple scales (a mixture of epithelial cells and sebum) form on it.

The disease is accompanied by itching of the eyes, the eyelids become significantly heavier (it is difficult to open the eyes in the morning). With prolonged exercise, rapid fatigue is observed, the eye reacts painfully to bright light (photophobia), and tearing from the wind is often observed. Eyelashes can grow deformed, fall out profusely, and stick together. In some forms of blepharitis, ulcers or ulcers form along the edges of the eyelid.

Secondary syphilis

With secondary syphilis, skin lesions rarely peel off, but if this happens, dryness is noted only at the edges of the rash. They themselves never merge, have a dark red color, are quite dense, round in outline, and are flush with the skin. Patients do not experience pain or itching. The lesions disappear on their own, leaving no depigmented areas of skin or scars. The formations are distributed over the entire surface of the body, including areas of the feet and palms.

It happens that the rash with secondary syphilis has the form of papules, then it protrudes slightly above the main level of the skin and is prone to fusion of nodular areas. Papules may affect the mucous membranes of the mouth, genitals, and larynx. When they are localized in natural folds, weeping is observed, later erosion is formed, from which liquid is constantly released. A papular and pink rash may occur simultaneously.

Additional signs of secondary syphilis may be baldness. Its lesions can be small or reach large sizes. In women, syphilis can provoke the formation of depigmented areas on the skin of the neck, front armpits, décolleté, back, abdomen or lower back. The areas do not peel, do not cause discomfort (pain, itching), and are surrounded by hyperpigmented cells. In men, the voice becomes hoarse, this indicates damage to the vocal apparatus by the causative agent of syphilis.

Fungal skin infection

Fungal infections can also cause flaking of the skin. In each area of the body, mycosis can manifest itself with different symptoms.

Feet and palms

In most cases, fungi settle between the toes or in the plantar and palmar parts of the extremities (see foot fungus). Peeling is mild, and slight inflammation may occur. The skin between the fingers bursts, the cracks are quite painful and do not heal for a long time. On the plantar and palmar parts, the skin thickens, becomes rough, and a whitish coating (floury peeling) may appear in the grooves. Blisters may appear on the foot and palm; they tend to merge and subsequently crack and form erosions.

Smooth skin areas

In such areas, fungi form a round-shaped lesion with slight peeling; the color can vary from whitish to brown. The growth of the spot occurs along the periphery, the entire zone rises slightly above the skin level. There is no inflammation.

Groin area

Fungi affect skin folds, the upper inner thigh, lower abdomen, and buttock area. The lesions are bright pink or red in color, very flaky and inflamed. Clear boundaries of the spots are observed.

Hairy area of the head

Scalp fungus is more often diagnosed in children. The lesions have clear outlines and are devoid of hair (at the first stages, their weakening, breaking off and loss are noted). The spot has the shape of a tubercle and may acquire a yellowish color with scales and crusts (sometimes with the presence of blood).

Onychomycosis

Often, nail fungus affects surrounding tissues. In this case, the skin at the edge of the nail plate peels off, and its stratum corneum thickens.

Face

The area below the lips (chin, neck) is most susceptible to infection with fungus. The nodes have a lumpy, scaly surface with a red or purple hue. When a bacterial infection occurs, the pustules acquire a yellowish tint.

More often, dry skin and flaking are caused by age-related changes, an allergic reaction or improper care. Low air humidity, use of medications, chlorinated water, hot bath, adherence to a strict diet, vitamin deficiency can also cause dryness. In this case, special treatment for skin peeling is not required.

How to get rid of peeling?

What to do if the skin dries and peels? Treatment can begin only after identifying the reasons that cause this condition. If your skin is very flaky, analyze your lifestyle, diet, and diagnose your body. To prevent dryness and soreness, it is helpful to follow some important rules every day.

Prevention of peeling:

1 Choose the right detergents.

2 Use moisturizers after showering.

3 Do not rub yourself vigorously with a towel or scrub your body with rough sponges.

4 Be sure to use sunscreen cosmetics in the summer.

5 Drink at least 1.5 liters of water daily.

6 Turn on the room humidifier.

7 Apply moisturizer regularly and make nourishing masks.

8 Eat more foods containing vitamins A and E.

How to wash properly?

When choosing detergents for personal hygiene, give preference to those that contain oils or fats. Cream soap is perfect for care. Keep in mind that allergies are often caused by lanolin, which is part of gels, soaps and other products. Avoid hot showers, which can cause dry skin. After a shower, do not rub your body with a towel, but simply pat it dry. Then apply moisturizer to your body.

How should you tan?

In the summer, under the influence of the sun, especially if you are exposed to its rays for a long time, the skin withers and therefore tries to renew itself, the upper layer of the epidermis peels off. Scrubs will help remove dead particles. Sunscreen cosmetics are a must; they will help protect your skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. At this time, it is necessary to use moisturizers twice as often.

Nutrition

To keep your skin elastic, you need to drink at least 1.5 liters of fluid every day. This is especially important in the summer. Peeling can occur with vitamin deficiency. The most important vitamins for the beauty and health of the skin are A and E.

Vitamin A is rich in foods such as carrots, butter, rose hips, egg yolk, liver, sea buckthorn, fruits, yellow and red vegetables.

Vitamin E is found in large quantities in vegetables, nuts and vegetable oils. When consuming all these foods, keep in mind that these vitamins are fully absorbed only together with fats. A diet that excludes fats can cause flaking of the skin. Therefore, salads need to be seasoned with sour cream, vegetable oil, and mayonnaise.

Indoor microclimate

The microclimate of the room also has a great influence on the condition of the skin. Optimal temperature and humidity in the room are a very important indicator for its beauty and health. In winter, indoor air is usually very dry. Indoor plants, evaporating moisture and air humidifiers help to effectively cope with this problem.

Moisturizing mask recipe

You need to mix 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 tbsp. spoon of butter with chopped banana until smooth. Then apply the mask to problem areas and leave for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. This mask will successfully replace a good nourishing cream, especially if the skin on your face is peeling.

By following these simple rules, you can easily get rid of such an unpleasant phenomenon as peeling of the epidermis in different parts of the body. And to avoid this problem in the future, take preventive measures on time.

Diagnostics

If there is a suspicion of the presence of a disease, it is necessary to carefully examine the questionable foci. It is important to determine:

The nature of the spots (tubercle-shaped, merging, single, weeping, etc.)
Outlines (clear, blurry).
Color of formation (whitish, pink, red, brown, purple, brown, black, etc.)
Sensations (itching, pain, pinching).
Associated phenomena (general weakness, fever, headache, vomiting, blood in the urine, joint pain, etc.)

To identify and cure the disease, you must consult a doctor. Self-medication is unacceptable. It is quite difficult to make a diagnosis at home; it is often necessary to undergo several tests, study scrapings in the laboratory, some cases require mandatory examination of the material for malignant formations, and analysis for syphilis. It is necessary to perform a full range of studies. Only after this will the doctor tell you how to get rid of peeling skin forever, and whether this is even possible.

Cause	Character of peeling	Localization location	Presence of a rash	Additional signs
Cracked erytherma	smooth, does not protrude above the surface of the skin	legs, arms, entire body	No	there are linear cracking of the skin, pain syndrome
Ichthyosis	smooth, shaped like fish scales	does not affect flexion zones (armpits, popliteal area, inner elbow area, groin)	No	pigmented scales, nails and hair brittle, thin
Systemic lupus erythematosus	tubercles present	nose, cheeks, rarely: arms, torso	nose, cheeks, rarely: arms, torso	there are signs of damage to the joints, hematopoietic, nervous system, gastrointestinal tract and other organs
Pityriasis rosea	lumpy surface	torso, thighs	No	foci of peeling have the form of spots, the initial spot is up to 4 cm in diameter
Psoriasis	areas raised above the surface of the skin	natural folds of skin, scalp, legs, arms, forearms	No	the skin itches, feels tight, increased bleeding, possible formation of pustules with fluid
Scarlet fever	skin peels off in layers	whole body	yes, in the initial stages of the disease	there are symptoms of general malaise in the initial stages of the disease
Seborrheic dermatitis	plaques have clear outlines, pinkish or yellowish color	face, ears, back, scalp	No	plaques feel greasy to the touch
Blepharitis	scales have a yellowish tint	eyelid skin	No	eyelids swell
Secondary syphilis	only the edges of the spot peel off	skin and mucous membranes	papular or pink (possibly both at once)	papules grow together and are located mainly on the mucous membranes; the pink rash does not grow together.
Fungus	peeling in layers or rounded areas of skin	entire body surface	No	predominantly rounded outlines of the focus of fungal infection
Helminthiasis	varied	any area of the body	may be present	digestive disorders, symptoms of intoxication
Demodicosis	yellow records	face (rims of eyelids, eyebrows, nasolabial triangle, chin)	No	severe itching, swelling, hyperemia
Allergy	varied	any area of the body	may be present	hyperemia is observed, itching may be present, blisters form, a reaction occurs after exposure to an allergen
Lack of vitamins	dry skin	any area of the body	No	In parallel, there is a deterioration in the condition of hair and nails, increased fatigue, weakness, bleeding gums, the appearance of wrinkles, and aging skin.
Dysbacteriosis	dry skin	any area of the body	No	indigestion, weight loss, hunger
Hormonal changes	dry skin	any area of the body	No	coincides with the onset of menopause, estrogen levels decrease, skin tightness is noted
Diabetes	dry skin	any area of the body	No	the skin itches, urination increases, and symptoms of depression are present
Climate change	dry skin	exposed areas of the body	No	the frequency of appearance coincides with the change of seasons
Using moisturizers	dry skin	areas exposed to cosmetics	No	occurs after using a cosmetic product

Author:

Selezneva Valentina Anatolyevna physician-therapist

Physiological causes of skin peeling

The skin can peel off under the influence of certain factors that are natural. The most common of them:

Insufficient intake of vitamins. This reason most often causes peeling of the skin in women who have been on a diet for a long time, and in people who eat monotonous food, poor in vitamins and minerals.
Age. In old age, all organs, including the skin, undergo physiological changes as a result of cell death and a slowdown in regeneration processes.
Chemical substances. Frequent contact with detergents or other chemicals, without the use of gloves, leads to dryness of the epidermis in areas of contact with the substance. Cosmetics that are not suitable for your skin type can also lead to such consequences.
Physical factors. Excessively cold or hot air, prolonged exposure to the sun or frost without special protection (closed clothing, creams or sprays) most often cause this symptom.
Mechanical impact. Often those areas of the skin that are shaved peel off, especially when this procedure is performed daily in men (on the face) or in women in areas of increased sensitivity (bikini area).
Other reasons. The following factors lead to peeling of the skin, the correction of which quickly restores the natural structure of the skin, namely: a small amount of fluid consumed during the day, especially during severe physical activity, a reaction to medications, excessive showering, etc.

To get rid of skin peeling that has arisen for these reasons, it is enough to eliminate the provoking factor.