Ah winters!!! A time for outdoor parties, weddings, picnics, of having endless cups of hot chocolate while covered up in a blanket reading a book, and so much more. Well, the more also means it’s a season of dry, dull and irritated skin, chapped lips, frizzy hair, cracked heels and face care in winter season and many other evils.
Fret not beauties, help is at hand to prevent these evils. The following natural remedies and ideas when added to your winter skin care routine, will help you achieve soft and hydrated skin even in challenging dry winters.
Read on to know the top 10 Beauty Secrets in Winter that will keep your skin feeling great.
Use an oil based moisturizer, rather than water based that provides a layer of protection and helps to retain moisture. Also, exfoliate at least once a week to remove dead cells and to allow skin to absorb moisture.
Cleansers strip away moisture from the skin and dry winter air tends to magnify the problem. Stop using oil free gel cleansers and shower gels and switch over to gentle and creamy cleansers for both your face and body, atleast for the winter season.
Ditch the mud packs this season and use a moisturizing face mask to replenish moisture lost throughout the day and to make your skin look refreshed, clean and healthy. If you prefer using natural ingredients on your face, try this nourishing mask. Mash the flesh of an avocado with a fork, add a touch of extra virgin olive oil and apply the mixture on your face. Rinse it off after 10 mins to get soft and smooth skin.
One of the best beauty secrets in winter is to apply body lotion or body oil even before you have left the shower, right after rinsing soap or body wash. Towel dry and apply the lotion/body oil on slightly damp skin. This will help to lock in some extra moisture and your skin will stay hydrated for a longer time.
This one I know is very tough to follow because there’s nothing like a long hot shower or bath on a cold winter day. But remember, the more time you spend under that hot water, the more you are stripping your skin of its natural oils. Try taking a shower in lukewarm water and cut down on the time as well.
Ditch skin and hair products that have alcohol in them during winter. When alcohol evaporates, it feels cool and refreshing but it also strips away all the moisture.
Refrain from reaching out for that hair dryer if you want to avoid dry, brittle hair. Towel dry your hair and if you still use a dryer, try to use it for a lesser time.
We do have a tendency to drink less water when the temperature is cold but do not make this mistake. You can stand the risk of dehydrating your skin. The most important beauty secret in winter is drinking enough water to keep skin hydrated, fresh and glowing.
Your Hands, Knees and Feet need a little extra care and attention during winter. An expert beauty secret is to slather on petroleum jelly liberally on your hands and feet at night and slip on gloves or socks to lock in moisture. Wake up in the morning to baby soft skin!
Chapped lips can be a nightmare in winter. Use a lip balm with at least SPF 10 and with ingredients like beeswax, aloe, vitamin E and essential oils. And remember; DO NOT lick your lips if they feel dry. You will only aggravate the problem. Exfoliate your lips regularly, use a lip balm and use creamy and moisturizing lipsticks during winter. Best to stay away from mattes if you have dry lips.
Hope these winter beauty secrets help to keep your skin soft, smooth and glowing. Enjoy the winter!