6 Easy Steps to Keep Your Skin Healthy

Rodney Doss
Apr 12, 2019
2 min read

Updated: Apr 13, 2019

How to Keep the Integumentary System Healthy( The system you didn't now you had)

How to Keep the Integumentary System Healthy

Nearly everything you see when you look at yourself in the mirror is a part of the integumentary system. It includes your skin, hair, nails and various glands, such as sweat and oil glands. Taking care of this body system with natural skincare products will benefit your overall health and keep you looking young.

Step 1

Bathe every day and wash your hands regularly. Keep your skin and nails clean to prevent infections. Try using natural soaps, like Doss Man Soap. Avoid hard on your skin hair treatments and other irritating chemicals, as they can cause dryness. Wash in water that's not too hot will have the same effect, so use warm water in the shower or bath. Cut your fingernails and toenails straight across after bathing to avoid hangnails.

Step 2

Apply sunscreen before you spend long amounts of time outdoors. Choose a formula that protects against both UVA and UVB radiation and has an SPF of at least 15. Too much sun exposure can damage the skin over time.

Step 3

Eat a healthy well-balanced diet. Choose foods that are antioxidant-rich. Like spinach, blueberries, and kale. These are good for your skin, according to Healthline.com Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts and fish. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

Step 4

Examine your entire body on a regular basis. Check for abnormal growths, signs of skin cancer, and anything else that looks out of the ordinary on your skin. If you have a sore that isn't healing properly. If you see a mole that is larger than 1/4 of an inch across or has an irregular border, uneven coloring or a rough surface see a dermatologist right away.

Step 5

Avoid tight fitted clothing. Wear properly fitted shoes, because a tight fit can cause ingrown toenails that become painful and infected. Red Wing is a good option for work boots. You can end up constricting blood flow with clothes and jewelry that fit too snuggly. Don't put rubber bands in your hair too tightly, or they will break individual strands of hair as well.

Step 6

Don't smoke cigarettes. Smoking causes ages your skin. It compresses blood vessels, which prevents your integumentary system from getting the nutrients it needs in order to be healthy.