Showing posts with label basic skin care in winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label basic skin care in winter. Show all posts

Friday, July 22, 2011

Health Tips - Skin Care in Winter

Skin care is very important especially when winter season is coming, there are several things you need to know about your facial skin care and skin care of your body during the cold winter days. First you need to know that the skin gets dry from the low temperatures and the cold will play you a trick for sure. It is good if you have oily skin, then your skin care during winter will be easier ,because after drying your skin will be normal and healthy.

But people who have dry skin should take much effort to make their skin look perfect, since their skin is much more sensitive to winter cold and this can cause them a lot more problems.

You need to change your skin care during winter, if you use a lot of hydrating creams and products you need to apply them at night, best is just before going to bed. In that way you will build a solid base for your daytime hydrating creams and procedures. You should also reduce the using of washing foams and such kind of skin care products, because they remove the skins natural fat and that way lower the skin strength and elasticity and increases the dryness of your skin in winter.

Moisturising

It is crucial to know that skin care during winter requires better attention, especially if you have dry skin. You need to focus on moisturising more. It is great to use hydrating skin care products, especially for you face, you can apply any kind of soft lotions, because they will help your skin regenerate faster. The moisturising mask will bring the same great effects for you skin and this will make you facial skin care during winter more effective and better, just remember that your facial skin around the eyes is very sensitive and delicate and needs extra care. Regularly changing of your facial skin cream is good option, offer your skin some variety, it will pay off.

If you often apply a moisturising cream it will help to keep the humidity of your skin at a proper and normal level. In winter the skin becomes naturally more dehydrated and vulnerable due to cold weather and the freezing wind, find some time and apply your daily cream at least one hour before going out, that is the most recommended skin care during winter treatment. Using skin care products and facial skin care creams which have the UV protection ability are also highly recommend for your skin care in this weather.

Lips

You need to pay better attention to your lips during winter, their skin is very soft and cold sensitive and most likely to react to the cold winter conditions, using a shiny lip gloss will not moisturise your lips enough, so don’t be so shiny, but practical. If your lips are too sensitive just treat them by applying honey and you will fell the recovery effect almost immediately.

Hands

Another part of our body suffering from the winter cold are our hands, you need to do the following skin care treatment for your hands to keep the skin soft and gentle in winter: apply both moisturising and protective creams for better hydration and elasticity.
The best is to use hand skin care products which are made of a glycerine base during day and moisturising skin care products at evening and before going to bed.

Hair

Hair care is also essential in winter. If you have dry hair don’t wear hats too often, because it will damage it more, using all hair products like moisturising conditioners is recommended. Apply any hair stimulating mask to keep it vital and beautiful. You can make all kind of hair treatments,just search about it and find the best suitable for you.






Thursday, July 21, 2011

Health Tips - Winter Care

The winter brings relief from the sweltering summer days, but can wreak havoc on your skin. One of the common skin problems in the winter are fungal infections. This is obvious as the humidity will be more and fungal activity will be at its peak! To prevent it, avoid wearing damp clothing and socks as this can predispose you to fungal infections.Those who are prone to fungal infections should keep clean and dry, use an anti fungal soap, and use a prophylactic anti fungal dusting powder in the groin areas and feet. Carry an extra set of clothing or keep a spare change at your workplace to avoid staying in damp clothing for prolonged periods of time as this can lead to fungal infections.

Basic Skin Care

Your skin tends to be oily in this humid season and basic skin care products may need to be modified to suit the season.
Use a medicated face wash suited for oily skin as it is beneficial to prevent acne break-outs
  1. Use oil-free moisturizers as your skin still needs hydration, but avoid heavy, oily creams in this humid season
  2. Use oil-free sunscreens
  3. If your skin tends to be too oily, use an astringent or toner
  4. A mild exfoliating scrub may be done gently once or twice a week
Excessive sweating can also occur in the rainy season.This can promote the growth of fungus and often can cause a seat rash or prickly heat. Synthetic fabrics are avoidable and cool cotton fabrics that allow the skin to breathe are ideally suited for this climate. For some, the skin may still appear dry and shriveled in this season and often needs moisturising with a light moisturising lotion. If you are using a cream, consider changing to a lotion-based product in this season. Peeling of the skin, especially over the palms and soles, can occur in this season. Avoid prolonged or excessive water contact to prevent this.
For any persistent skin problems, it is always advisable to consult your dermatologist who will treat your complaint and also advise you on the best skin care products suited to your individual skin type.You can then take care of your skin and enjoy the rainy season.

Sunscreen

Even though the sky will be overcast, the UV rays are still penetrating and can affect your skin. Therefore, you must still use a sunscreen.Your sunscreen may need to be modified to an oil-free or gel-based one to avoid a sticky feeling. Regular application 2-3 times a day needs to be continued despite the fact that the sun may not be as visible.

Hair care

Make sure your hair is cleansed and dried thoroughly.Those whose dandruff increases in this season need to take extra care to keep the hair clean and dry. A medicated anti dandruff shampoo needs to be used regularly through this season.