What Causes Skincare Issues In School?

At the beginning of the school year, parents prepare their children to go back to school. Supplies like notebooks, new clothes, backpacks, pens, pencils and pens are on the agenda. One thing parents should consider too is preparing themselves for the health of their child’s skin during the school year, as there are some common skin problems that can arise while their child is in school. Here are some of the most common causes of skin problems in school kids:

Stress – Yes, children also experience stress. School work and their daily social interactions with their peers can cause a tremendous amount of stress, much like how adults experience stress in their workplace. It’s good to talk to your child about how they are feeling, as their stress levels can affect their overall skin health. Rashes, autoimmune disease flare-ups and acne breakouts can be triggered by stress. Encourage them to have outlets for stress relief like sports, exercise, and other forms of relaxation. Make sure they are getting enough sleep as well.

Hormones – Acne breakouts can be at their height during a person’s teenage years because this is when their hormones are going crazy. This is why getting your children to start practicing a skincare routine can be important. Remember that consistency is the key to preventing pimples from appearing. Consistent facial cleansing and an established daily skincare routine that is. In some instances where the breakouts are severe, it might warrant a visit to the dermatologist to get professional treatment.

Sweat – Florida is a very humid state. Dried up sweat can cause acne breakouts in younger people. Encourage your kids to seek shade and to wash off their sweat as soon as possible. As a parent, you can make them carry facial wipes in their school bookbags, and even tell them to bring handkerchiefs to help wipe off the sweat.

Clothes – Fungal infections and rashes on your child’s body can be caused by the clothes they wear to school. The change of weather going into winter means thicker clothes, with heavier fabrics that can irritate their skin. Make sure those jackets are washed with fabric softener before your kids put them on. Moist and damp socks can cause athlete’s foot. To prevent that, opt for breathable socks and OTC powders that treat the condition.