Tips For Skin Care In Winter
Winters can be extremely harsh on our skin. The dry chilly winds, low humidity and dipping temperatures take a toll on our hair and skin. So its important to have a good care regimen during the cold spells. The following winter skin care tips will help to keep your skin at its best.
Moisturise well:- The cold weather robs the skin of its moisture content making it look dull and dehydrated. So its important to use a good quality moisturizer according to the skin type to keep the skin soft and supple.
Stay hydrated:- Maintain adequate water intake during the winter months. Avoid excess caffeine, tea and alcohol.
Avoid long showers with very hot water:- Don’t forget to apply a layer of moisturizer right after taking a bath.
Use a gentle cleanser:- If your skin feels dry and stretched after washing, it is time you switch to a milder cleanser.
Don’t miss your sunscreen:- Sunscreens are a must. Even during cloudy winter days the level of UVA is sufficient to warrant a sunscreen. Consult your dermatologist to help you make the right choice.
Protect your lips:- Chapping of lips can be prevented by using a good quality lip balm with SPF. Avoid licking the dry lips as that will only exacerbate the dryness and may lead to lip lick dermatitis.
Condition your hairs:- Suffering from bad hair days due to all the frizz? Then consider using a good quality conditioner after hair wash.
Avoid harsh shampoos and excessive and vigorous oiling. Hair styling procedures like straightening should be put on hold.
Cracked heels:- Occlusive emollients and exfoliating creams can be used for cracked heels.
Soaking your feet in warm water for few minutes followed by a good repair cream will keep the skin soft.
Consider medicated facials:- Medifacials slough off the dead skin cells and hydrate & rejuvenate the skin making it clean, clear and baby soft.
Book your appointment after consultation with your dermatologist.
Go for professional skin procedures:- Winters is a good time to go for the professional skin procedures like lasers and peels as the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation due to sun exposure is low as compared to summers.
A number of dermatological conditions like Eczema and psoriasis get aggravated during winters. It is important to consult a skin specialist to keep the inflammation in check. To get your personalized winter skin care regimen you can consult us at Dr. Walis’s Skin, Laser & Hair Transplant Clinic.
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