Do you have rough skin on your chin or other parts of your face?

Rough skin on the chin or other parts of the face can be caused by a number of things. Here’s a look at the possible causes and what you should do in each case.

Allergy or sensitivity If the area is also itchy or flaky, an allergic reaction could be the cause. Often the reaction is caused by an ingredient in your skin care products.

This could be a chemical or fragrance ingredient in your cleanser, moisturizer, or cosmetic.

If there is no itching and little to no flaking, the problem could be a sensitivity to an ingredient in one or more of your skin care products.

Unlike an allergic reaction, sensitivities are very common and can develop over time, even if you’ve used the same skin care products for years.

The best way to rule out an allergy or sensitivity is to stop using all your skin care products for at least a day or two.

You can use running water to clean the area and skip everything else for a while. A good time to try this is on the weekend.

If the rough skin on your chin or other part of your face disappears after this test, you can do one of two things.

You can try to isolate the cause by adding one product at a time to your regular routine. That is a process that takes a long time. The other alternative is to buy a new line of skin care products and cosmetics that are free of allergens and irritants.

Excessive Dryness Roughness is often associated with dryness. While dry skin can be itchy and flaky, the only symptom might be roughness.

It is unusual for a dryness problem to be limited to a single area. But it could be that most of your face is dry and you haven’t noticed the problem.

The solution to excessive dryness is to use a good moisturizer that does not contain petroleum jelly or mineral oil.

Those ingredients can actually cause dryness and roughness by changing the skin’s natural pH level.

Hair Removal If you are a man who shaves or a woman who uses some form of facial hair removal, your problem with rough skin on your chin may be because of that. Constantly shaving the same area will cause roughness.

Using wax or some other type of hair removal system can also cause roughness. The solution here is not easy. The best advice is to use a good lubricant when shaving.

Simple grapeseed oil is actually a great economy lubricant. After shaving, you can use witch hazel to soften and soothe the skin. Some facial fluids for men contain both ingredients so you can use just one product.

For women, the best solution is to try a different hair removal process and always follow the process with a good moisturizer.

Remember to avoid petroleum jelly and mineral oil.

An underlying health problem If none of the above solutions resolve your problem of rough skin on your chin or other areas, you should see your doctor or dermatologist.

There could be a problem with your thyroid gland, especially if you have other symptoms.