Scratching of the skin where the itching becomes uncontrollable, you may ease, but where relief is temporary and constantly feeling itchy, then the problem probably is not small.

Here are a few reasons for itchy skin, you should know:

contact dermatitis

Skin allergies are the most common cause of itching in the skin. Direct contact with the allergen can cause irritation and cause itchy rashes. The most common allergens are found in the tissues, cosmetic products such as soaps, washing products for the face, deodorants, makeup and cosmetics. Allergies to metals such as silver and gold are also common. So, some of you may experience itching after wearing different kinds of jewelry.

dry skin

Moisture loss in the skin cells making the skin dry and cracked. Moreover, peeling skin exposes it to the influence of the allergens, but this leads to irritation, inflammation and itching.

Effects of drugs

Everyone reacts differently to different medications. You may be prone to allergy medicines, if you already have a hyperactive immune system.

The severity of allergy dependent on the dose of drug to be administered. And the reaction can range from mild itching to severe rashes and hives.

sunburn

Harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun destroy the natural barrier - the protective layer of the skin. Immune system perceives this as an injury and release molecules that cause the skin to swell and itchy.

psoriasis

It is a disease in which the body produces new skin cells much faster, without being able to get rid of old cells. As a result, old and new cells accumulate in the affected areas and appear as thick, scaly patches that itch.

dandruff

Dandruff is caused by excessive dry scalp, which can cause itching and formation of flakes that fall on the shoulders, neck, back and forehead.

internal problems

Certain diseases, such as iron deficiency anemia, kidney disease, and thyroid disease, herpes zoster, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, may cause itching, without occurrence of rashes. This type of itching can cover the entire body.