The effect of winter on the skin

The effect of winter on the skin

Winter causes dry skin, worse peeling and cracking, even eczema, which is a condition of skin inflammation. As soon as the means of heating are used, the skin begins to dry out, regardless of the type of means that are used, and in this article will be mentioned methods of moisturizing the skin, and how to maintain its health, during the winter months. ^[1]

Methods of skin care in winter

Dry air, and the severe change in temperature, dries out the skin, and in the following are some ways to care for the skin, maintain its softness and radiance in the winter season: ^[2]

• Drink eight glasses of water a day; To maintain moisture in the skin.
• Thoroughly moisturizing the skin with moisturizers throughout the day; To cope with the dry air, and the change in temperatures inside and outside the home.
• Washing hands several times a day; Because hands carry bacteria and dirt that cause skin irritation.
• Stop touching the face. Because hands carry bacteria and dirt, and the less irritants to the skin, the more smooth and clear the skin will be.
• Hand washing with cold water , and showering in lukewarm water; Because exposure to hot water and dry air causes itching and peeling of the skin.
• Reducing alcohol and caffeine, which leads to dry skin, and makes it look tired, so when drinking a quantity of coffee or tea, you should drink a similar amount of water.
• Pay attention to the diet, by eating vegetables , which contain antioxidants and carotenoids, such as carrots and tomatoes, to protect the skin from wrinkles , maintain the health of the skin, and stimulate the natural shine of it, unlike processed foods that cause fine lines and acne.
• Peeling the skin to get rid of dead skin that makes the skin appear dry and pale, especially facial skin, and peeling is used 1-3 times a week without rubbing, in order to let the peeling product do its job; Because scrubbing damages the skin, and using a pad or exfoliating tool to remove the dead skin from the body.
• Putting fragrance-free baby powder on places prone to perspiration; Because sweating causes skin irritation and chapping.

Home recipes for skin care in the winter

In fact, winter is not the only cause of dry skin, as there are other reasons, such as insufficient hydration inside the body, exposure to ultraviolet rays, bathing in hot water, the use of soap and strong detergents, and some medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism, psoriasis, diabetes, And skin infections, and here are some natural home recipes that are used to re-moisturize dry skin and get rid of its problems: ^[3]

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil contains India on the fatty acids that make up for the lost moisture in the skin, protein, and vitamin E, as moisture reserves in the skin through which, in addition to the ease of absorption of skin coconut oil, and the method used is: ^[3]

• The ingredients :
  • Amount of coconut oil.
• Preparation method :
  • Warm the oil in the microwave for a few seconds, then massage gently on the skin until it seeps into it.
  • Leave the oil on the skin for 10 minutes, after that you take a shower.
  • The treatment can be repeated once a day.
• If the skin suffers from severe dehydration, apply coconut oil after showering on the skin lightly moisturized with water.

Honey

Honey is a natural moisturizer, it contains antioxidants, antimicrobials, minerals and vitamins that improve the health of the skin and heal its tissues, in addition to it reserves moisture in the skin, which gives it softness, and the method of use is: ^[3]

• The ingredients :
  • honey.
  • Glycerin.
• Preparation method :
  • Mix equal quantities of honey and glycerine .
  • Apply the mixture on the hands, and leave for 10 minutes.
  • Then the hands are rinsed with lukewarm water.
  • Repeat the treatment once a day.
• Natural honey can be massaged on the whole body gently and in a circular motion before showering, and it is left on the body for 10 minutes, after which the shower is done.

olive oil

Olive oil is a natural moisturizer that contains antioxidants such as vitamin E, which neutralizes the effect of free radical oxidation that damages collagen, which causes dry skin, and because olive oil contains fatty acids, it can soothe, and moisturize the skin as well, and its method is: [3]

• The ingredients :
  • Sufficient amount of olive oil.
  • A spoonful of brown sugar.
• Preparation method :
  • Mix olive oil with brown sugar to get a paste.
  • Then moisten the skin with water, apply the paste on it, and rub it gently.
  • Leave on the skin for 15 minutes, then wash with lukewarm water.
  • The treatment is used once a week.
• For daily use, lukewarm olive oil can be rubbed onto the dry areas of the skin.

Milk cream

Cream or milk cream is one of the milk products that treat dry skin, as it is considered a natural moisturizer because it contains fats, exfoliates dry skin, the surface dead layer of the skin, accelerates the production of collagen, and maintains the pH balance in the skin; Because milk contains lactic acid, the method for this recipe is: ^[3]

• The ingredients :
  • 2-3 teaspoons of milk cream.
  • 2 tablespoons of chickpea flour.
• Preparation method :
  • The two ingredients are mixed together, then the mixture is applied to dry skin.
  • Leave for 15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
  • The mixture is used once a week.
• For daily use, rub fresh milk cream on dry skin, leave it for 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.

Avocado

Avocados contain fatty acids and omega-3s, which easily penetrate the skin and compensate for lost moisture. It is rich in vitamin E, which protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress, so it is a natural treatment for dry skin, and its method is: ^[3]

• The ingredients :
  • The pulp of half an avocado.
  • 2 teaspoons of honey.
• Preparation method :
  • Scoop the pulp of half an avocado, then mash with a fork, to obtain a fine paste.
  • Mix honey with avocado paste.
  • Then apply an avocado mask generously to the skin.
  • Leave it for 20 minutes, then wipe it with a damp piece of cloth.
  • After that, rinse the skin.
  • This mask can be done several times a week; To keep skin smooth and hydrated.

References

1. ↑ Susan Davis, "10 Winter Skin Care Tips" , www.webmd.com , Retrieved 2017-12-24. Edited.
2. ↑ Ryan Kh, "9 Effortless Ways to Get Your Best Skin Back After The Holiday Season" , www.lifehack.org , Retrieved 2017-12-24. Edited.
3. ^ ^{A b t w c h} "Menu Home Remedies To Fight Dry Skin This Winter" , Www.top10homeremedies.com , Retrieved 2017-12-24. Edited.