A Guide on How to Look as Good as Possible with Hypothyroidism October 4, 2017Expert BlogsOff

People that are confronted with problems regarding hypothyroidism, more specifically suffering from such terrible conditions, often times have their plates full in terms of things they need to care of, or problems that require their attention constantly. Most of these problems are of the medical kind, although there are a few exceptions from that rule. While appearance problems are somewhat related to health, they lean more towards the aesthetic side in the grand scheme of things. Still that doesn’t change the fact that many people feel terrible about their appearance when it comes to living with conditions as hard to handle as hypothyroidism. Keep in mind that even though recovery might be imminent, it might take a really long while before your body is back in shape and looks the way it used to. That is of course, if it will every look the same as it once did to you.

In order to help you cope with the problems brought on by hypothyroidism, we have carefully handpicked a number of useful things to keep in mind in order to take full advantage of all the tools at your disposal. Following this guide won’t solve all your problems, but it will sure help you look the best you can until you completely eradicate your hypothyroidism problem.

Stay strong, keep positive. Even if looking in the mirror makes you want to call maxwell aesthetics as soon as possible, you should know that it’s not a permanent appearance. What you are seeing in the mirror right now is temporary, meaning that you can still make the best of your situation, however little that might actually end up meaning. It’s all about keeping a positive attitude and a lifted spirit. Only then may you overcome the struggles of having your aesthetics fade away due to disease.

In order to make things easier for you to track, we are going to separate problems and solutions based on the area of the body that they are influencing. With that said, let’s take a close look at what your body is going through on the outside when you are dealing with hypothyroidism, and what you can do in order to reduce some of these effects and diminish their impact on your overall appearance.

Dry skin and how to make it be…less dry. One of the biggest problems that appear once hypothyroidism settles in is the fact that your skin gets dry. Very dry, as a matter of fact, meaning that it will not only look lees pleasing but it will also feel worse. The fact that you can’t just take it off and put on a new coat of skin makes things a lot tougher since you have to cope with your dry skin in any way you can. Luckily, there are solution for doing this, coping with dry skin and making the most out of the available products on the market.

Moisturizing. In order to make sure that you reduce dryness levels as much as possible, you will need to use moisturizing products that will give your skin a boost. Not only will these products help with the dryness in your skin but they will also help you to re-mediate your complexion. It’s important to keep in mind that not any kind of cream will do in this sort of situation. If you want it to be effective, you’re going to need to use a thicker cream which have the required effects on your skin. If you just use lotion instead of a thick cream, the substance will be too thin to handle your skin properly.

There are some ingredients that you need to look after when you are buying your moisturizer. The most important ones are glycerin and creamed, but also shea butter. These substances will help your skin recover after the devastating effects of hypothyroidism, and will enhance your complexion tenfold. Make sure not to use alcohol or products that contain alcohol as it is a substance which severely dries the skin. As for the aforementioned beneficial substances, make sure to apply them to the skin after your cleansing, so that you may seal the moisture in your skin, so it can do its magic.

Hydration. Another big problem that contributes to dry skin is the fact that you aren’t drinking enough water. Given your condition, you will need to push yourself harder and take in a lot more water than usual, so that you keep up with the hypothyroidism which will dry up your skin at a much more alarming rate. It’s not just about drinking plenty of water, but also about limiting how much of other liquids you drink which contribute to dehydration. For example, you might really enjoy your coffee sessions throughout the day, but coffee contributes to dehydration, something you really can’t afford at the moment. As a result ,you will need to cut down on your coffee time considerably if you want to make sure that enough water remains in your organism throughout the day.

Combat heat actively. You don’t need to suffer from anything in order to want to take a cold shower when the heat outside is unbearable. However, while in other situations you might have gotten lazy and went for a nap, it’s paramount now that you take that shower. Additionally, stay in the shade and do about everything that helps you combat the heat actively. The heat is your worst enemy because it will dry your skin something fierce. Also make sure that once you’re out of the shower, you pat yourself down for drying, and you don’t rub the towel on your skin.

If hypothyroidism makes you pull your hair out, don’t bother, it’s coming out anyway

No one wants to hear this but your hair is getting thinner by the day. This is not because you are aging but because you suffer from a serious condition. However, there are things that you can do in order to make sure that this isn’t a permanent situation and that better days will befall your scalp. Let’s take a closer look at what you need to know about hair thinning under these circumstances.

Start easy, get the essentials. When starting your journey towards fixing your hair, you can start simple. Just get the over the counter solutions that are available regardless of your illness, and use them to enrich your scalp and hair and make sure that it is as resistant as possible. Make sure to get the good stuff which increases bloodflow to the hair follicles, but also a nice and consistent vitamin boost. These are very important when it comes to managing your hair’s health.

Maybe it’s time for a revamp of your look. Even if it wasn’t in your plan, you might want to at least consider changing your look a bit. If your current hairstyle and look aren’t doing you justice on account of the condition you are suffering from and its effects on hair health, try changing things up a bit. Find a stylist that can help you find a new look for yourself that suits you just nicely, and takes the eye away from the various problems like hair loss and hair thinning which have been inflicted upon your scalp by hypothyroidism.

Gentle touches and desperate measures. It’s important that you are as careful as possible with your hair during this period. Try to not stress it in any way and don’t pull it, yank it, or destroy it with chemicals in any way. Keep in mind that your hair is very vulnerable at the moment so you need to take extra care.

Additionally, if nothing works, you might want to consider a hair restoration specialist. These guys might be able to help you restore the health of your hair, but keep in mind that it comes with a price. However if your hair is as important to you as it is for most people, you will probably do what most people would in your shoes and take the expensive treatment so that you can be certain your hair is going to be just fine when it’s all said and done.

Frowning is the least of your concerns as your eyebrows are suffering as well. This is something that most people don’t expect when discussing the negative effects of hypothyroidism, but it’s there. As far as manifestation goes, it’s not really that violent, but it can be quite noticeable, which is more than what some are willing to accept.

When you suffer from hypothyroidism, there is a very good chance for your eyebrows to also suffer and start to thin out. This means that the outer third of your brows are probably going to be gone, while the remaining pieces will continue to thin out. Obviously this is not something you’d want, but there’s really not much you can do in terms of restoration. You can however pursue solutions in your trusty makeup kit. Your brows give you the advantage of being able to do what you’ve always done and use an eyebrow pencil to “draw in the blanks”. This will allow you to maintain your aesthetics to a high level and to look your best even in the face of adversity and a lack of hair and complementary complexion.

Last but not least, the weight problem. When you’re battling with hypothyroidism, the last thing you want on your mind is the fact that you’re getting fat. However, any thyroid pharmacist will tell you that keeping an eye on your weight is crucial during these troubled times. Even more so than ever, since you are in a situation where you are passively gaining weight despite your best efforts to avoid that. The answer to this is rather simple, as it’s just a matter of managing your newfound parameters. Keep in mind that most of the weight that you will be taking on will be water weight, so no matter if you gain a little or a lot of extra weight, you will probably be able to ditch most of it through a very simple eating diet. You need to focus on veggies and fruit, and also lean meat and whole grains. Additionally, physical exercise is a must as it will put your body in motion and allow you to generate more energy which can be spent doing more exercise. By the time you realize it, you’ll be rid of that extra weight and back to your other concerns. There is however a necessity to stay constant and to provide your body with plenty of water during these times. Even if it sounds a bit counterproductive to drink a lot of water when your body is experiencing a high level of water retention, it’s very important to drink as much water as possible. Water also serves the role of detoxing your body.

That’s about it. If you are one of the people that are dealing with hypothyroidism or know someone that is fighting this terrible disease, make sure that the affected party follows this guide as it will help them retain their physical appearance a lot better than they might’ve expected. Keep in mind that it’s always easier to avoid than to repair, so the sooner you get into the habit of following these guidelines, the easier it will be to preserve your natural charm and not fall victim to the effects of hypothyroidism.  Just as soon as you can confirm to yourself that you are indeed suffering from this condition, you should start planning and executing the necessary tasks in order to make sure that your skin and hair don’t go to very drastic changes, no matter how impactful they might end up being.

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