25 beauty hacks to survive winter in India

When the cold weather sets in, it can become difficult to keep our skin as happy and healthy as it is during the rest of the year. Tightness, dryness, flaking, chapping, itchiness. We’ve all been there and like you, pondered whether having soft skin and a glow in the winter is even a possibility?

Here are some winter hacks for your skin 


1. Turn The Temperature Down In The Shower 



Hot showers in winters may feel great but it can dry out your skin. That’s because when water is too warm, it can actually strip your skin of the natural oils it needs to maintain proper moisture levels. That's why you turn your temperature down in shower.  


2. Layer Your Skin Care Product 



It's time to learn how to layer your skincare products. By applying multiple hydrating products, one right on top of the next, you can better combat dry winter skin. Start with a serum. Try to use hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid serum. Apply a few drops on your damp skin. and then lock that moisture with super hydrating moisturizer.  


3. Avocado Mask 



Avocado mask is packed with vitamin A, E, B and K and it has acidic properties of curd and moisturizing quality of honey. This mask helps in improving elasticity in your skin while nourishing it heavily. It also helps remove dead skin cells and is effective in curing acne. And it's very beneficial if you apply this in winter. 


4. Exfoliate Your Lips 

Exfoliating your lips can reduce flakiness and dead cells efficiently. The process of exfoliation will also help plump up your lips and give them a fuller appearance. 


5. Coconut Oil Massage 



A delicate massage can go a long way to increase blood circulation and soften severely dry skin. Similarly, Coconut oil can help all skin types, especially sensitive skin and acne prone skin. It contains zero grams of trans fatty acids.


6. Don't Forget Sunscreen 



In winters people often tend to ignore the need for sunscreen as the sun is a rare sight. However the need for sunscreen is still constant to battle skin damage. Go for physical sunscreen in winters. Like Harkoi's Mineral Matte Tinted Sunscreen. 


7. Milk Toning 



Milk contains lactic acid that deep cleanses pores and removes acne-causing bacteria that get accumulated on the surface of the skin during the day. Using milk to cleanse the skin or as a face mask can help treat acne as well as reduce inflammation associated with pimples to give you clear and smooth skin.


8. Keep Your Hands Nourished 



If your hands feel the brunt of the winter chill, taking special care of them is essential. You should apply a rich hand moisturizer regularly throughout the day, especially after washing your hands.


9. Care for your feet 



After returning from work, soak your feet in warm water for 10 minutes, use a physical scrub, a brush, or a pumice stone to remove the dead skin cells, wash the feet and pat them dry. Apply petroleum jelly for a boost of moisturization and cover your feet with socks. Not only will this keep your feet free from cracks, but it will keep you snug and comfy for hours when you go to bed.


10. Yogurt and Oatmeal Face Mask 



This face mask hack is very good for your skin in winters. oats balance out the amount of oil in your skin, which reduces acne and helps keep your skin clear. Yogurt is rich in zinc and has anti-inflammatory properties, so this helps to reduce spots and scars. Due to the lactic acid in yogurt, your skin will feel ultra smooth and supple after using this mask.


11. Under eye care in winters 



To avoid having dry eyes during the winter, drink plenty of water, stay away from sources of direct heating, use a humidifier to restore moisture to the air in your home or office, and use artificial tears or lubricating eye drops to maintain eye moisture to counteract this common problem and make your eyes comfortable.


12. Stay Away From Skin Irritants



Water and natural oils in the skin help it stay moist and enhance its protective abilities. Winter rash occurs when the skin loses too much moisture during cold seasons. Cold, dry air and central heating can suck the water and oils from the skin. Other environmental factors, lifestyle factors, and certain medical conditions can also cause dry skin and rashes.


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