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Winter brings with it harsh winds that whip against the skin, stealing its natural moisture and leaving it dry and itchy. If skin care is important throughout the year, it is absolutely crucial during winter when the skin is devoid of all its natural moisture and starts looking rather dry and papery. The natural reaction to the sudden dip in temperatures during winter is the urge to wash and bathe using hot water. However this is a very bad idea since hot water strips the skin of its natural oils, leaving it dry. You should always wash using lukewarm water. You should also change your soap and shower gel during winter months opting for something that is enriched with honey, cream, almond oil and other natural moisturizers, but avoid washing and bathing too frequently. The use of a humidifier in the air is a good idea since this will prevent the air conditioning in the room from drying your skin excessively. Apart from these simple measures there are several home remedies that can help to combat dry skin in winter.
It is important to keep the skin moisturized properly during winter. You can do this by applying a good quality moisturizer immediately after your bath when your skin will readily absorb the cream. Alternately you can gently rub some olive oil, almond oil or Vitamin E oil into your skin and allow it to stay overnight so that it has maximum results. For excessively dry facial skin you can apply a mixture of glycerin and lemon and let it stay overnight, washing it off with lukewarm water the next morning. Regular application of this mixture helps to improve the skin. For excessively dry lips or feet, you can rub some cream into the skin and leave it overnight. Application of a mixture of honey and milk on the affected areas helps to moisturize the skin naturally, and encourages growth of new skin cells, improving the texture of the skin. You can also prepare a pack prepared by mixing banana / cucumber /avocado / the pulp of an apricot and green tea or honey to some cold milk. Massage this mixture into your skin and leave it on for at least 20 minutes before your shower. This helps to moisturize the skin and improves its elasticity keeping it soft and supple. Adding a few drops of essential oils of peppermint, chamomile or dandelion oil to your bath water can also help to reduce the dryness. Above all, it is important to nourish the skin by sticking to a healthy and balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables enriched in Vitamins, proteins and minerals. The importance of drinking adequate liquids in the form of fresh fruit juices and water can not be stressed enough.
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