The 10 ‘Must Have’ during winters

Winters are on, so do our skin is on to get dry, dehydrate and itchy. Followed by various skin disorders (which are directly related to level urbanization of a city).

So, CB is giving its piece of advice, The 10 ‘Must Have’ during winter, to combat the harsh weather and can keep you carefree and beautiful. 

 Face:

1. Face Wash/ Cleansing Milk

Cleaning of face is very important. Because, if we apply a layer of skin crème or lotion on an unclean face, the pores get clogged by dirt and impurities. This proliferates acne and the emollient does not penetrate through epidermis.

2. Skin Crème/ Moisturizer 

A skin crème/ moisturizer is the most critical product of any winter.  Choosing its type depends on the topography, humidity, temperature and other geographical factors. In India, most of the people with a normal and dry skin type use Nivea or Ponds skin crème.  Such crèmes are made of key ingredients like Glycerin, Mineral oil and Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5). All of these have nourishing, hydrating and moisturizing properties. However, these are greasy and thick substances and are not suitable for oily and mixed skin types. Therefore, those with the latter type of skin should use a crème or water based gel which is non-oily yet moisturizing and penetrates easily into the skin instantly (please refer http://carelessbeauty.blogspot.com/2010/12/essential-vitamin-e.html ).

3. Protein Face Mask/ Pack

These masks are hydrating and help to remove dead epithelial cells and cure white patches which is quite common during winters. A face pack rejuvenates our skin and removes the debris.

Note:  Protein based face mask is not recommendable to acne-prone skin.

Body:

4. Body Lotion / Oil/ Moisturizer 

During winters Body lotions/ oils are essential, as like our face our body also tends to dry and dehydrate. There are many brands manufacturing these moisturizers in various kinds. A few of them common in India are- Vaseline, Nivea, Ponds, Lotus, Emami, etc. 

However, you may also opt for light body oils like Keo-Karpin, Vitamin E oil, Olive oil.

CB’s secret:  Add 50 ml of Glycerin, 100 ml of Rose water and a few drops of Almond oil and apply it on the body.  This is a tested winter shield for your skin!

Face and Body: 

5. Sunscreen/ Sun block

This is an unavoidable product throughout the year for any skin type. During winters many of us avoid sunscreen assuming that sun rays are of low intensity and a source of vitamin D.  This concept is illogical as the damage by the sun on the skin remains the same as it is during summer time (Please refer http://carelessbeauty.blogspot.com/2010/11/review-lotus-herbals-sun-block-spf-30.html)

6. Scrub lotion

In winters as our skin tends to dry and gets rough, therefore it requires regular exfoliation, which also removes the flaky skin. Thus, scrubbing helps to soothe our skin and remove the dead cells.  One may also try various home-made scrubs.

CB’s secret:  Before bathing, rub a mixture of Coffee, Common salt and Vegetable oil into your skin, and get a baby soft skin.

Lips:

7. Lip Balm

During winter, lip guard or balm is very essential, because harsh winter conditions make lips chap and crack.  Most of the balm contains paraffin wax which smoothen the skin, providing adequate moisture.

CB’s recommendation: Tender Care Protecting Balm by Oriflame. This multipurpose balm contains beeswax and can be used in lips, elbows, heels or any dry part of the body.

Hair:

8. Ketoconazole shampoo

Winter leaves our hair dry, brittle and frizzy. The weather also accentuates dandruff, resulting itchy scalp.  Use any Ketoconazole shampoo to prevent dandruff and apply conditioner to infuse moisture and prevent frizz.  You can also opt for Hot Oil treatment which nourishes the scalp and hair follicle.

Hand & Foot:

9 + 10. Hand & Foot crème 

 

Like Sunscreen hand crème and foot crème are inevitable products throughout the year. Hand crème protects our hands from dryness, removes cuticle and keeps our hand soft.  However, a Foot crème prevents from corn, hard skin, cracked heels and dry and tired feet.

These crèmes contain Glycerol/Glycerin, which has moisturizing properties. It draws moisture up through skin layers and slows or prevents excessive drying and evaporation.

All these products make me ‘Winter Ready’! ARE YOU??