Resist hayfever in style
Ah, spring! The days are getting longer, the sun is starting to show its face. During this golden period, a tough adversary emerges in the depths of spring and spoils this season for so many men (including the author of these lines): pollen allergies and other hayfevers. About 20% of the French population suffer from respiratory allergies.
Among the symptoms of these pathologies, you can find the annoying itchy throat, the famous runny nose, and, of course, the irritating weeping eyes. And not to forget reddening skin. A few acts can help reduce the effects of these allergies on your skin, in order to enjoy your spring.
No longer be the man who blows his nose every thirty seconds on the cafe terraces.
Drinking lots of water is the easiest, cheapest treatment. It makes the skin clearer and leaves you in better health. What more could you ask for, right? In times of allergy, water is also a great ally to prevent mucus from getting too thick, and your nose too congested. The water will help flush toxins, such as pollen, from your body.
We can therefore only advise you to keep a jug of water, purified with binchotan, nearby.
Keep your skin hydrated
It is common for allergens to cause skin dryness or redness (or both at once). To avoid adding a very unpleasant symptom to your palette, do not neglect the use of a daily moisturiser. Thus, your skin will at least be protected against the attacks of the floral season.
Gently look after the skin
When it comes to pollen, it is essential to stay away from the more aggressive skin products. Whether your skin is sensitive or not, note that this sensitivity will be exacerbated in the spring. This is probably where the term “skin-deep” comes from.
So use gentle products, like the Horace face cleanser. Your skin will thank you for it.
Lower the temperature
We have already advised you to take colder showers, a habit recommended by Marc. In the spring, when allergies take advantage of the slightest weakness, reducing the temperature of your shower makes complete sense. This will prevent the skin from drying out.
After all, it makes little sense to continue to take hot showers when mercury levels are so high.
Clean up your home
Does the phrase, ‘spring cleaning’ mean anything to you? Don’t let dust accumulate in your home under any circumstances: it could be worse than the pollen waiting outside, like an enemy within.
If you’re the type who gives your dirty work to someone else, it might help to hire the services of a housekeeping professional to help you get off to a good start.
Eat better
In addition to the need to drink lots of water (mentioned above) note that your diet will affect how you get through allergy season. Omega 3s, present in nuts and fatty fish like salmon, reduce the risk of developing allergies and their symptoms. Likewise, Vitamin C can build your immune system. Avocados and olive oil, which are ‘good fats’ would also help you spend spring in peace.
Avoid consuming large amounts of alcohol. It causes blood vessels to dilate, which can make allergic sniffles worse. Yes, it’s hard to resist the urge to sit on the patio. Instead, take a Perrier-Rondelle, like Gauthier Borsarello.
Avoid stress
Relax, play sports (preferably indoors – running with a stuffy nose is difficult) and try to get enough sleep. Do whatever it takes to relieve stress. Allergens take advantage of the slightest weakness, and stress is one of them.
Good luck. Stay feeling great.