What your itchy face is telling you

What your itchy face is telling you (Photo: iStock)

While many cases of facial itching are transient, it is important to understand that the causes of facial itchiness can be diverse, ranging from environmental irritants to specific dermatological conditions. One of the most common culprits is dry skin, or xerosis cutis.

This is because insufficient moisture can compromise the skin’s barrier function, leading to microscopic fissures that irritate nerve endings.