Body Care for Diabetic Skin India: Critical Routine Adjustments
Diabetes changes skin in significant ways — drier, slower healing, more susceptible to infection. Body care routines need to adapt accordingly.
Why Diabetic Skin Is Different
High blood sugar reduces moisture in skin cells. Reduced circulation slows nutrient delivery. Nerve sensitivity changes (especially in feet) means small injuries can go unnoticed.
Daily Routine
Lukewarm showers, max 8 minutes. Fragrance-light, pH-balanced wash. Ceramide-rich lotion within 60 seconds — focus on legs, especially shins.
Check feet daily for cuts, blisters, or colour changes. Apply foot cream nightly.
Avoid
Hot water (already-compromised barrier worsens fast). Aggressive exfoliation. Fragranced lotions on broken skin. Walking barefoot.
When to Escalate
Any cut that is not healing in 2 weeks → see a doctor. Foot ulcers can develop from minor unnoticed injuries — early intervention prevents serious complications.
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