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Nhiều cô chú có thói quen tắm rửa thật kỹ, kỳ cọ mạnh tay vì nghĩ thế mới sạch. Nhưng sự thật là với làn da sau tuổi 50, sự "sạch sẽ quá mức" này lại chính là nguyên nhân gây khô, bong tróc và ngứa ngáy dữ dội.
Trong số Podcast hôm nay, Bác sĩ Phúc sẽ chia sẻ về những sai lầm phổ biến khi vệ sinh cá nhân ở người lớn tuổi và cách để bảo vệ "hàng rào" bảo vệ da đang ngày một yếu đi.
00:00 – Giới thiệu Podcast Sức Khỏe và Đời Sống cùng Bác sĩ Phúc.
00:32 – Thói quen sai lầm: Kỳ cọ quá kỹ đến mức da phát ra tiếng "kim kít".
01:45 – Tại sao da người lớn tuổi lại trở nên mỏng và nhạy cảm như "tờ giấy"?
03:10 – Sự thật về lớp màng lipid bảo vệ da và quá trình lão hóa tự nhiên.
05:25 – Sai lầm 1: Sử dụng sữa tắm có độ tẩy rửa quá mạnh (xà phòng cục).
07:40 – Sai lầm 2: Tắm nước quá nóng – "Kẻ thù" thầm lặng gây khô da và ngứa.
10:15 – Giải mã tình trạng ngứa da dữ dội vào mùa đông ở người cao tuổi.
13:50 – Cách chọn sữa rửa mặt và sữa tắm phù hợp cho làn da lão hóa (độ pH chuẩn).
16:30 – Quy tắc "3 phút" trong việc dưỡng ẩm sau khi tắm.
19:20 – Hướng dẫn lựa chọn kem dưỡng ẩm chứa Ceramide và Cholesterol để phục hồi da.
22:54 – Nghệ thuật "nâng niu" cơ thể: Lau chùi nhẹ nhàng thay vì kỳ cọ sồn sột.
24:15 – Lời khuyên của Bác sĩ Phúc về việc thay đổi tư duy chăm sóc da từ tối nay.
26:00 – Kết thúc chương trình và thông điệp về "Sức khỏe đích thực".
Welcome back dear listeners to our health and lifestyle podcast
I'm Khanh Lanh delighted to be sharing this conversation with you today
Before we begin don't forget to like and subscribe to the channel
So you don't miss out on these valuable medical insights
And our special guest today is Doctor Phuc
Hello doctor
Hello Khanh Lanh and hello to our listeners
It's a pleasure sharing real-life stories from the clinic with all of you
We hope today's conversation will help you all gain a
clearer understanding of how to properly care for your skin
This doctor I've noticed that many people especially older relatives tend
to have the habit of thoroughly washing their faces or taking a quick shower
Rub until you hear the squeak that's when you know it's clean
I just thought being clean was good
But I've heard this habit is actually quite concerning isn't it
That's right Khánh Lành
In reality that action is no different from pouring bleach onto
our own faces Recently I examined Mrs Ngoc who is 71 years old
Bác is well known throughout the neighborhood for being extremely tidy
My uncle told me that he has to soak in hot water every single day
vigorously rubbing his body with a rough towel just to feel comfortable
Even the doctor's face was scrubbed with soap then rubbed
vigorously with a strong hand until a sound was made
Goodness just hearing the doctor describe it makes me feel sorry for the doctor’s skin
What was Dr Ngoc's condition when she arrived at the clinic
When she walked in I was truly astonished
Her skin was flushed a deep red like a ripe bitter melon
The skin around the eyes and mouth cracked open like dry farmland during a drought
Flakes of white cracked dead skin peeling off unevenly
Doctor Ngoc said through tears saying that despite living such a pure life she couldn't understand why this was happening
It truly sounds heartbreaking
From a medical standpoint what is Ms Ngoc's condition called and is it dangerous doctor
In medicine we refer to this condition as dry skin in the elderly or Xeroderma
When Dr Ngoc rubbed too hard the skin's natural protective barrier was
completely stripped away leaving the skin in a condition akin to a burn
If left untreated it won't just be a matter of itching
and can also lead to bacterial infection and transform the condition into a highly dangerous chronic dermatitis
It's terrifying I never thought a habit I considered perfectly clean would lead to such serious consequences
It seems like many people are accidentally harming themselves
doctor right Exactly
According to statistics as many as seven out of every ten people over the age of 70 make this mistake
Many people upon noticing itchy flaky skin on their heels mistakenly believe they aren't clean enough and end up using hotter water instead
Use a stronger detergent to scrub it
But doing so only makes matters worse as the more you scrub the more you damage your skin's protective barrier
And that is precisely the highway for bacteria to invade
Yes a very costly warning from Doctor Phuc
We hope that through Mr Ngoc's story our viewers—especially
older audiences—will adjust their skincare routines today
Welcome back dear listeners to our health podcast
Doctor Phuc today we'll be discussing a topic
Yet many older people often overlook skin care
I heard the doctor just encountered a rather unusual case
Regarding daily hygiene habits is that right
Hello Khanh Lanh hello to our listeners
Yes I just consulted with Mrs Ngoc a 71-year-old patient She came
to see me with severely dry irritated skin and significant damage
When I found out the patient had a habit of vigorously scrubbing their skin
while bathing and using soap very thoroughly I immediately issued a warning
You're not just washing your skin you're peeling it off doctor
Oh that sounds terrifying doctor
People usually think that the more thoroughly they wash
and scrub their skin the healthier and cleaner it will be
Why did the doctor issue such a stern warning
This is the most common mistake
To make it easier to understand imagine our skin as a
cast-iron pot that our ancestors used in the old days
To prevent the pot from rusting and food from sticking it must
be seasoned to create a shiny protective layer on its surface
Human skin is no different A cast-iron
pot needs a layer of oil for protection
So that means our skin also has a natural oil layer like that right doctor Exactly
It is an extremely thin protective layer formed from sebum and sweat
This layer acts as a barrier preventing moisture from escaping while blocking harmful bacteria from entering
When Doctor Ngoc or other elderly people use harsh soap that's too strong
we inadvertently strip away this precious natural oil layer
exposing the skin to all harmful external factors
So the more you try to cleanse the more you end up damaging the skin's natural survival strategy
So doctor if someone like Ms Ngoc has already damaged their
skin over many years is there still a way to repair it
It's absolutely possible to achieve purity
I usually guide doctors with three golden tips
First is having a correct understanding of thorough cleansing
Second expensive cosmetics aren't necessary I can use natural ingredients
readily available in my refrigerator to gently cleanse my skin
And most importantly the 3-minute golden procedure to revive your skin
And What exactly is the 3-minute golden procedure ma'am
Sounds pretty quick and easy for senior doctors doesn't it
Exactly As long as you stick to it and apply it correctly
Damaged skin can become smoother in as little as three weeks
This isn't just about beauty
That's precisely how you protect your health and improve your quality of life in old age
That's wonderful
Perhaps listeners are eagerly waiting for the doctor to reveal the specific
ingredients in the fridge and exactly what the 3-minute process entails
We'll explore this together right away
Doctor Phuc
let's return to the story of Dr Ngoc that we just mentioned
I've noticed that many people actually have the same habit
as you—rubbing their face with a towel really vigorously
And only after thoroughly washing with soap can you truly feel confident that your skin is clean
But why does this method make his skin turn red and worsen the condition
Hello Khanh Lanh
This is a very common mistake
Imagine our skin as a cast-iron pot perfectly
seasoned to prevent sticking and rust
The fact that Nurse Ngoc used strong alkaline soap and harsh disinfectant is identical to
like taking that pot outside and scrubbing it with steel wool and extremely strong cleaning agents
The result was that the protective coating started peeling off completely
and the skin quickly becomes inflamed and develops red scaly patches
There are three core medical principles that explain this
Yes doctor could you please explain these principles in more detail
So listeners can understand why being too clean can actually be harmful
First alkaline soap disrupts the skin's natural barrier weakening the skin's protective function and potentially harming the body's health
When in a mild acidic state with a pH of approximately 4.5 to
5.5 enzyme workers function most actively to produce ceramides
The cement-like cement that binds the cells back together
But ordinary soap has a pH as high as 9 or 10 causing the enzymes to go on strike
At that moment the skin's protective barrier collapsed suddenly allowing fluids to leak out
That shrill grating sound everyone seems to enjoy is actually your skin's cry for help
Oh so that's why I've always thought that sound was a sign of perfect cleanliness
What about vigorous scrubbing then
I've noticed older people often have the habit of using coarse cloth to scrub thoroughly
That is principle number two: vigorous scrubbing acts like tearing off the roof of the skin
The outermost layer of the skin's stratum corneum is like roof tiles
A 20-year-old youth has around twenty very thick layers of roofing tiles
By the time they reach 70 like Mr Ngoc the layer of tiles has thinned to less than 10 layers
The strong tea is forcefully removing the last remaining tiles
This makes it easier for bacteria to penetrate and leaves the skin dry and cracked
After hearing the doctor's example I finally understood how truly vulnerable elderly skin really is
Another factor is hot water
You'll notice many people really like washing their face with hot water to open up the pores
How does this work
This is the third principle: hot water dissolves the protective layer
Khánh Lành have you noticed how grease and oil
come right off when you wash dishes with hot water
The natural oil film on our skin is the same
Using water hotter than 40 degrees Celsius will melt this precious oil
layer washing it straight down the drain and leaving your skin completely unprotected
Yes Dr Phuc's insights are truly a wake-up call for
those who are caring for their skin the wrong way
Listeners does anyone see themselves in Mr
Ngoc's story Or do you have similar habits
Please leave a comment and share your thoughts so Doctor Phuc can provide further clarification
Excuse me Doctor Phuc I've noticed many older people often complain that even when they take extremely good care of their skin
even buying expensive moisturizers didn't help—my skin remained dry and flaky
to the point of causing discomfort that disrupted my sleep
I'm not sure what the actual cause is though
Hello Khánh Lành actually the main issue here is the law of aging
Just imagine how when were young our sebaceous glands worked
vigorously instantly replenishing oil as soon as the skin felt dry
But by the time you reach 70 your body produces less than half the natural oil it did at age 20
Goodness is it really that much of a reduction doctor
No wonder older patients often feel their skin tightening so much it seems like it might crack
That's right—by now the oil's already gone yet many people still have the habit of washing their face with hot water
The hot water melts away the last trace of oil remaining
I just treated a patient named Ms Ngoc
He made three mistakes simultaneously halting the oil
production plant and leaving the protective roof exposed
and using hot water stripped away the natural skin barrier
As a result his skin became severely irritated itching all night and preventing any sleep
So if the skin's protective barrier breaks down then applying barrier-
repair cream would be like putting a bandage on a sinking ship right doctor
Exactly just like water running off a sweet potato leaf
However don't worry too much
just picture an old cast-iron pot that's broken
If I knew how to recondition it it would still work as well as new
Just like our skin it can fully recover if we simply change our approach—without any cost
Hearing the doctor say that I felt so hopeful
So what's the secret to your skin care routine
Do you use any special cosmetic medications
No need for
that Khanh Lanh At first Doctor Ngoc was puzzled and asked me
what exactly we would use to clean ourselves if we didn't use soap or scrubbing
Are we really just going to rinse
off the mess with plain water I gave him a very firm answer
Sir you won't need to go to the beauty shop anymore
Just go straight into the kitchen
Into the kitchen sir
The ingredients we eat every day are actually the elixir for our skin
Indeed your refrigerator is the best dermatology cabinet around
The method I'm about to share is not only the wisdom of
our ancestors but also one validated by modern medicine
After just two weeks of use your skin will feel as nourished as if you'd been eating ginseng
Khánh Lành and dear viewers please have paper and pens ready to jot down this secret tip
Hello Doctor Phuc
Lately I've been hearing many women sharing various natural beauty remedies with one another
But honestly I'm still unsure about
Could the ingredients right in your own kitchen actually replace expensive beauty products doctor
Hello Khanh Lanh
This is a wonderful question In truth sometimes we become so obsessed with seeking luxurious things that we overlook the precious ingredients right beside us
To achieve beautiful skin you don't need to overcomplicate things—just remember these three simple things
Use milk in the morning rice bran oil at night and finish with rice washing water
Use fresh milk in the morning
I've heard drinking milk is good for health
But using it to wash your face instead of soap seems a bit strange doctor doesn't it
Strange but incredibly effective
When applied to the skin fresh milk works far more wonders than drinking it ever could
Especially if you have a carton of fresh milk that's just past its expiration date don't throw it away—use it right away as it's still at its best
Milk contains natural fats that act as a moisturizing barrier protecting the skin
So I just use cold milk soaked into a cotton pad and wipe my face doctor
That's right
You can gently massage with a cotton pad or your fingers for about one minute
This principle is just like regularly oiling a pan to keep it shiny and
durable Even more interestingly milk contains enzymes that break down proteins
It gently dissolves old stubborn dead skin cells without requiring harsh scrubbing or irritating exfoliants
Then simply rinse off with warm water and your skin will feel smooth instantly
Morning sounds轻松 but what about the evening
All day long dirt and grease clung to my face
Will milk actually clean it doctor
At night we need a different weapon: rice bran oil
Many people mistakenly believe that using strong tea tree soap will thoroughly clean dirt
But in reality it's a toxin that damages the skin
Remember grease stains are best removed with oil
Just head to the supermarket and look for rice bran oil or germ oil—very affordable yet incredibly effective
I've noticed that rice oil is commonly used for cooking—could it potentially clog
pores On the contrary that's not the case
Rice bran oil contains gamma-oryzanol a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent aging and fade dark spots offering excellent skin brightening
However the new way of using it is the most important
First make sure your hands and face are completely dry
Apply a small amount of oil and massage it directly onto your face for about a minute to loosen deep-seated dirt in the pores
So I can just wash my face with water now doctor
Not yet this is the crucial step
To emulsify dampen your hands slightly with water and continue massaging onto your face
At this point the clear oil will turn cloudy white like milk
You have to switch to this white color so the oil can properly grip the dirt and wash it away with water
Skipping this step will make your skin feel extremely clogged
Those are truly valuable insights
It turns out the secret to beautiful skin lies in these simple habits and everyday ingredients right at hand
Thank you so much Doctor Phuc for your insights today
I used to think washing my face just meant applying cleanser and rinsing it off with water
But when the doctor explained the emulsification step using oil I realized I might have been doing it all wrong all along
Yes Khang Lanh This step
is extremely important
If you keep washing without massaging until the oil turns cloudy white it's easy to cause clogged pores and lead to acne
The key is thorough emulsification
Then rinse off with water and you'll find your skin neither tight nor dry but wonderfully soft and refreshingly smooth
Yes there's one more tip the doctor just mentioned that has me really curious—using rice washing water
I heard this is how palace beauties used to enhance their looks in ancient times right doctor Exactly
Rice washing water is packed with countless vitamins and minerals making it virtually a natural rose-infused tonic
Rice water's mild acidity helps restore your skin's natural balance immediately after washing
We feel our best when we maintain this slight acidity
So can I just use the first rice washing water right away Doctor Or is there any special advice I should follow
Remember this: the first rinse water usually contains dirt so we discard it
Save the second or third rinse water in a clean basin
After washing my face with milk or oil I gently pat this water onto my face to rinse it off
No need to rinse with water anymore—just gently dab with a cloth and your skin will look beautifully smooth
Listening to the doctor's explanation I realized all the ingredients are easy to find—fresh milk rice bran oil and rice washing water
Yet I used to obsess over expensive cosmetics
I understand that feeling
Like my patient Ms Ngoc at first she was very doubtful too She
even asked me if putting oil on her face actually made sense doctor
Just three days of following the routine and he called to proudly boast that when he touched his face in the morning it felt completely different—noticeably smoother
Bác Ngọc Truyền's story is truly inspiring
Dear listeners please don't hesitate any longer
Let's start right tonight while cooking rice
And don't forget to leave a comment sharing your thoughts for Khanh Lanh and Dr Phuc
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That's right having fun is better when you're with friends
Next I'll create a specific schedule for you to incorporate this method into your daily routine without compromise
Also I'll quickly address the common question of whether using oil causes milia or whether milk leaves a smell
Doctor Phuc many of our viewers often complain that skincare routines are overly complicated and time-consuming
But as far as I know there are some incredibly simple processes that work surprisingly well right from our own refrigerators aren't there doctor
Hi Khanh Lanh yes exactly Skincare doesn 't
have to be a maze of beauty products
I often treat it like a simple recipe—what to do in the morning what to do at night
In the morning instead of using harsh foaming cleansers simply open your refrigerator
Dampen a cotton pad with a small amount of cold unsweetened milk use it to cleanse then gently massage for about one minute
Oh using cold fresh milk instead of facial cleanser That sounds really relaxing doctor
Exactly This method effectively removes overnight buildup while preserving the skin's natural moisture barrier
Then use the rice water you prepared the night before and kept refrigerated gently patting it onto your face It cleanses quickly and leaves your skin bright and smooth
What about the evening then After a long day exposed to dust and pollution we definitely need a deeper clean
Oh the evening routine requires a bit more care First wash your hands thoroughly with soap
Then pour the oil and rice bran onto your dry hands and massage it onto your dry face
This step is extremely important Keep massaging while adding a little more water until the oil turns milky white
We call this emulsification Finally rinse with warm water and finish with rice washing water
I've noticed many people tend to let their skin air-dry after washing their face or they keep putting off applying moisturizer until later
It seems this habit isn't good right doctor
Exactly This is precisely when you need to pay attention to the crucial three-minute window
Many people wait until their skin feels tight and irritated before applying moisturizer—by then all the moisture has already evaporated
Applying cream is nearly useless In medicine there's a term called Soak and Smear meaning soak and then apply
Apply moisturizer immediately while the skin is still damp to lock in water molecules
Doing this correctly will immediately reduce tight dry skin by half
So when choosing a moisturizer which ingredients should we prioritize
Amid thousands of options available how can you tell which ones truly restore your skin's protective barrier
Khánh Lành remember the 3 1 1 rule okay
The skin's protective barrier is like a brick wall and we need special mortar to repair it
This type of cement contains ceramide cholesterol and fatty acids
Particularly as we age cholesterol levels become significantly depleted
So when buying moisturizer look for barrier-repair creams containing ceramides and cholesterol
Just tell the pharmacist that and they'll immediately know what you need
Doctor Phuc there's a question that many older patients frequently ask during clinic visits
That was back in the day when elders would pass down the practice of applying rice wine or white liquor to the face to achieve a fairer complexion
Should I apply this method now ma'am
Oh that's a very old-fashioned idea Khang Lanh
I must emphasize right away—absolutely not
In the old days rice wine was considered a precious beauty elixir but in reality it's now known to be very harmful to the skin
Why is that doctor I've seen many people believe that rice-based alcohol is gentler don't you think
The issue lies in the alcohol content of the drink
When evaporating it will strip away all of the skin's natural moisture
The old man was already as dry as sun-baked tiles pouring alcohol on him would be like setting fire to dry grass
You haven't even turned white yet and those wrinkles are already piling up
Hearing the doctor put it that way I honestly feel scared
Another method equally controversial is using cooking oil as a skin moisturizer
Many people fear that applying oil to the face will cause greasiness and acne
What do you think doctor
Using oil is absolutely not scary
Just doing one thing correctly—emulsification—is enough
After massaging with oil the doctors must soak the area to fully transform the oil into
a milky white color before rinsing it off At that point the oil will wash away completely with the water
So if you just splash water on without properly cleaning the oil residue will stay
and cause acne right Exactly
Remember to massage until the area turns completely white before rinsing Follow
this method and you'll never have to worry about acne
If you're determined to act right away starting tonight I'm confident the
skin can be saved—just like in the case of patient Ngoc whom I treated before
Doctor wasn't it true that Mrs Ngoc had a face that was once as red as fire and cracked like a dry field
I heard that after three months he looked completely different when he came back
That's right—when he walked in the door I almost didn't recognize him
His face glowed with a soft radiance his skin smooth and lustrous just like a well-seasoned cast-iron pot
Clutching my hands tightly they said now I finally feel like I'm truly alive again
That's amazing So Doctor Ngoc's secret isn't some miraculous cure after all is it
There's no magic cure—she simply gave up her bad habits and replaced them with good ones
In conclusion I want you to remember these three enemies that must be banished from your bathroom immediately today
One is alkaline soap which leaves a thoroughly clean feeling The
other is a coarse face cloth often used for scrubbing harshly
And three is too hot
Getting rid of these three will make your skin incredibly grateful
Hello Doctor Phuc Today I'd like to ask you about a topic that many older people are very concerned about—skin care
I heard you have some incredibly simple beauty secrets right in your own refrigerator is that true
Yes that's right Khánh Lành
Actually you don't need expensive skincare products—there are three natural powerhouses right in your kitchen
In the morning use fresh milk to cleanse your face to create a moisturizing barrier that protects your skin
In the evening use rice bran oil to deeply cleanse then finish with rice water to balance your skin's pH
Using rice water and fresh milk is already quite familiar
But I noticed you also mentioned something about the 3-minute golden rule and the 3-1-1 principle
Could the doctor please explain this more clearly to the audience
This is the most crucial key
After washing your face apply moisturizer within three minutes while your skin is still damp
Choose a cream containing ceramide and cholesterol to help rebuild the skin's protective barrier which weakens with age
Many people have the habit of scrubbing very vigorously thinking that only this way is truly clean
What doctors think about this practice
It's a common misconception Aging skin is
like old wooden furniture or a mature tree—less sap more roughness on the surface
The older the wood the more gently and carefully you must clean it to achieve a beautiful luxurious sheen
True health isn't about scrubbing the body raw—it's about nurturing it with care
That's a remarkably beautiful metaphor
Just changing this small habit alone would make a difference wouldn't it Absolutely
Just follow this strictly starting tonight and in about three months you'll look in the mirror and see yourself looking up to ten years younger with a remarkably relaxed demeanor
We hope Dr Phuc's insights will help you both feel more confident and learn to love yourselves even more
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