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"Winterizing" Help for the 81 Million Americans with Dry, Cracked Hands and Feet during Winter Nov 8, 2006 As winter sets in, dry, cracked and chapped skin becomes a common problem, especially on hands and feet. According to the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), 81 million Americans suffer from dry, itchy or scaly skin in winter. Left unattended, podiatrists and dermatologists say dry skin can quickly become dehydrated, cracked or bleeding. Source: http:/ (PRWeb) November 8, 2006 -- As winter sets in, dry, cracked and chapped skin becomes a problem for 81 million Americans, especially on hands and feet, according to the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS). Left unattended, podiatrists and dermatologists say dry skin can quickly become dehydrated, cracked or bleeding. Foot care expert C. J. Buck, CEO of Xenna Corporation (www.xenna.com), says "Winter is particularly hard on skin, feet and ankles because the combination of lower temperatures and reduced humidity extracts moisture directly from skin. While some individuals are prone to having dry, cracked heels year-round, it becomes a much bigger problem for them in winter months." Buck offers these tips for winter-proofing skin on hands and feet: 1. Excessive heat draws moisture from the skin, so don't overheat your home (saves on the fuel bill, too). 2. Use a humidifier to keep moisture levels up while indoors. 3. Instead of taking hot showers in winter, use lukewarm water instead. After showering, pat your skin dry and apply a moisturizer right away. 4. Use a natural, mild soap that contains moisturizing ingredients, or an alcohol-free shower gel. Many shower gels contain alcohol, which will make the problem of dry skin worse. 5. Frequent hand-washing in winter is necessary to help prevent colds and flu; just be sure your hand soap contains moisturizing ingredients. Chef's Planet All-Natural Hand Soaps are designed for frequent hand-washing. Another good choice is the line of moisturizing hand soaps from Bath & Bodyworks. 6. For dry, cracked skin on feet and heels, Buck suggests Xenna's petrolatum-based CalleX® Ointment. Acid-free and diabetic-friendly, CalleX Ointment uses natural enzymes to thin and soften hardened, thickened skin and remove dry, cracked, or scaly buildup. Newly patented, CalleX moisturizes and rejuvenates dry, cracked heels, and has been shown in consumer studies to significantly reduce thickened skin areas within 15 to 30 days. Buck says, "With age, skin becomes drier and less supple, and the fat layer that pads feet gets thinner, so boomers and seniors are most at risk for developing cracked skin - especially on heels. Outdoor winter activities such as running and walking - or even shoveling snow - mean that older individuals in particular need to keep hands feet warm and dry, but moisturized." She adds, "CalleX Ointment is used by salons and podiatrists because it exfoliates dry, dead skin from heels and soles, and thins and softens hardened skin anywhere on the foot, including toes, without acid. Instead, CalleX relies on natural enzymes to selectively slough off only dry, dead or hardened skin." Xenna also distributes patented NonyX® Nail Gel, a topical, easy-to-use gel that breaks down and removes keratin debris - the discolored, yellow or thick granular buildup under nails which causes toenails and fingernails to appear yellow, dark or discolored. Diabetic-friendly, NonyX uses natural ethanoic acid to exfoliate keratin debris buildup, leaving nails clear and healthy-looking with regular use. NonyX Nail Gel and CalleX Ointment were developed and patented using formulations that focus on the exfoliation of keratin – the protein contained in skin and nails. The result is innovative, natural foot care products that make embarrassing feet and nails attractive again. CalleX Ointment is sold in the footcare section of Walgreens, Longs and many Medicine Shoppe pharmacies, and online at www.drugstore.com and www.xenna.com. NonyX Nail Gel can be purchased in the footcare section of Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS, Wal-Mart, Longs, Eckerd Pharmacy, Brooks Pharmacy, Duane Reade, HEB grocery stores and most Medicine Shoppes. Online, it is also available at www.drugstore.com and www.xenna.com. For photos of toenails and heels before and after using Xenna products, click on www.xenna.com. Xenna Corporation is a privately-held, woman-owned company based in Princeton, NJ which develops and distributes natural personal care products for skin, hair and nails. To contact them call 800-368-6003 (business hours, Mon-Friday Eastern Time) or email. ### |
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