Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 26: Though winters are known to be a healthy season, the dry, rough and cool winds of these months have a harsh effect on our skin, making it to appear dry, flaky and chapped.
This was stated by Dr D M Mahajan, Senior Consultant – Dermatology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. He said that winter season requires a dedicated daily regimen, which should include some steps to take care of the skin also. The outer layer of the skin called epidermis constantly peels off and rejuvenates.
“It is the easiest target of the vagaries of the environment,” Dr Mahajan said and shared some tips in order to preserve its delicacy and to prevent any problem arising due to cold weather.
He said that the winter air due to low humidity can be very harsh and drying on some types of skin so one should avoid exposing skin to freezing temperatures and drying cold winds. While going out, one should adequately wear warm clothing. Care should be taken to cover the hands, feet, ears and the head.
It is tempting to take a hot and long shower when it is too cold but if you ever want to bath in hot water use it for a shorter period. Do not use any harsh soap. Instead, select a mild one which suits your skin.
A 10 – 15 minutes’ pre-bath massage with oils like that of mustard, coconut or olive improves the texture and tonicity of the skin, removes dryness and maintains the youthfulness of the body. Take special care to nourish the skin of the face, hands and elbows. Apply moisturizers to the skin immediately after a bath or shower while the skin is still wet.
In dry chilly weather, wearing a light layer of natural balm like the clarified butter on the lips prevents their cracking. The skin of the feet tends to get dry and crack more in the winters. Treat it with a relaxing soak of warm water at night and cover with woolen socks.
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