Doctor Akriti explains how to take care of your skin in winter

During winters, we see many such patients in our Jivisha clinic whose skin related problems increase. Keeping in mind the problems faced by most of the patients, let us look at some essential measures for skin care in winters.

Effects of winter weather on skin

Our skin can change drastically in the winter. In order to counteract skin problems like dry skin, I'm going to walk you through how to best take care of your skin and my winter skin care suggestions.

What causes the winter to be so harsh on our skin, first of all? Winter weather typically brings cool, dry air, increased interior heating, as well as modifications to one's eating and exercise routines. Therefore, common skin changes, particularly during the winter, include dryness, skin dehydration, acne, and irritation.

Now that we know how to precisely counteract the affects of winter weather on your skin, let's look at some further winter skin care advice.

Skin that is dry or dehydrated? Which one possess you?

Let's start with defining dry skin. And how does that contrast with skin that is dehydrated? Whichever you have, you should care for your skin accordingly. You can be treating your skin without getting the desired benefits if you don't know if it is dry or dehydrated. Dry skin, It happens when the skin is dry and is brought on by a decline in oil production. Surprisingly, water retention or dehydration are not the cause.

Dehydrated skin, on the other hand, is a skin ailment. It happens when the skin is dry and dehydrated. Due to environmental variables like dry weather, dehydrated skin lacks water.

What are some winter skin care recommendations to keep skin hydrated, reduce acne, and lessen irritation?

• Here are some suggestions for a healthy winter skin care routine.
• Tips for winter skin care to treat dry skin and irritated skin
• Apply a light, oil-free moisturiser to your skin as soon as you get out of the shower, while the pores are still open.
• Hyaluronic acid can draw moisture into the skin and aid in its retention, so try to utilise products that contain it.
• When venturing outside in the chilly, dry air, cover your face with a comfortable, natural fibre mask.
• Avoid using scented products that could irritate your skin.
• On avoid overnight dehydration, use vaseline or a moisturising balm to the lips.

Tips for winter skin care to prevent dry skin

• Apply a light, oil-free moisturiser to your skin as soon as you get out of the shower, while the pores are still open.
• Avoid taking long, hot showers, as lovely as they are.
• Avoid using toners, which lessen skin oil.
• Try using cream or oil cleansers rather than harsh or drying cleansers like foam cleansers.
• Once more, it's wise to stay away from perfumed items that could irritate your skin.

Acne prevention ideas for the wintertime

• Use all acne medications as prescribed; quitting therapy early may cause a breakout.
• Stay away from heavy, oil-based moisturisers. Using a moisturiser without any oils is always a good idea.
• Maintain healthy eating practises, such as consuming foods with a low glycemic index to avoid acne.
• Continue exercising; it will benefit your skin and reduce the likelihood of outbreaks.
• Reduce your stress throughout the holidays by taking some time to unwind.

Remember that even with these winter skin care suggestions, must-do skin care routine and to use nourishing, non-comedogenic products. Your skin will reward you if you keep your skincare routine straightforward and your stress levels low.