8 Tips for a Healthy Skin in Winter

Winter in Bangalore can cause chaos over your skin; it can make your skin dry, itchy, and irritated. Windy, cold situations outside can make your skin seem raw, and indoor heat extracts moisture from the air and your skin.

Even the elements that make winter wonderful, like being near a fire, can dry your skin. A hot shower may feel like a fantastic way to be warm, yet warm water dries your skin and removes its natural oils.

There are several ways to undo the dry winter skin and make your skin moist. Making a few easy changes in your life can help.

Below are few tips for keeping your skin healthy throughout the winter season:

Invest in a humidifier to maximize moisture

Have a humidifier in your office or home because it will bring moisture to dry winter air and make your skin hydrated. Keep a humidifier within your room so you can spend all the time inside it. 

Lower the thermostat to avoid dryness

When it is chilly outdoors, the thing you must do, crank up the heat! Still, central heat can dry the air in your house. Keep the thermostat at a cool and comfortable temperature — 68°F to 72°F — to keep healthy skin.

Limit shower time and temperature

You may be tempted to have a steamy, long shower; however, your skin can be very healthy with a five to ten-minute lukewarm bath (or shower). It would be best if you prevented using very hot water when you are cleaning your hands.

Washing your hands in cool water helps extract germs than warm water and less irritating to your skin. If you utilize a restroom air hand-dryer, use it till your hands are damp instead of completely dry. 

Opt for gentle, fragrance-free cleansers

The wrong soap worsens itchy, dry skin. Every day bar soaps may contain irritating ingredients and fragrances. So, wash with a fragrance-free, moisturizing cleanser or gel. (And search for products labelled “fragrance-free” as “unscented” products) You can avoid winter skin issues with less soap overall, so limit your lathering to required areas, like your hands, armpits, genitals, and feet.

Modify your facial skin-care routine for the season

In winter, use cream-based cleansers, and apply astringents and toners sparingly. Several astringents contain alcohol, which may make your skin dry your skin even more.

If your skin is itchy and dry, you must avoid products that contain fragrances and alcohol so your skin can keep its natural oils. In the evening, apply a rich moisturizer over your face.

Also, on your lips, use a moisturizing balm (like petroleum jelly or other ointments). It can help heal dry, cracked lips and prevent them from becoming chapped. If your lip product makes a stinging, tingling sensation, try some other products.

Moisturize frequently, especially your hands

Moisturize following a wash up to have healthy skin. Use an ointment or cream during winter. Lotions are good during humid, warmer climates. Handwashing is key, especially in cold and flu season.

However, continuous washing can make your hands take a beating. Using hand cream after each wash can help. You can also use waterproof gloves if you are washing dishes or cleaning the house.

Apply sunscreen even on winter days

During bright winter days, snow reflects the sun’s rays, which raises your exposure risk to eighty percent. So, whether you are out on the slopes or walking, it is vital to have sunscreen in the harsh winter weather, the same as it is during summer.

The sun’s harmful UV rays permeate clouds on dreary, darker days during winter and still bring damage. Before you go outdoors, put a moisturizing, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of fifteen or higher to all exposed areas of your body.

Change wet clothes quickly to avoid itchy skin

Wearing wet clothes can irritate your skin more and cause itchiness. If gloves, socks, and pants get wet, make sure to take them out immediately. 

If you still have irritation and dryness after following the tips mentioned above, try an over-the-counter, one percent hydrocortisone cream. If you do not find any improvement in a few days, consult your dermatologist in Bangalore. You may need a prescription-strength moisturizer to stop your skin from drying in the winter season.