Published 20:37 IST, October 7th 2019
Essential winter care tips for dry skin to avoid dermal issues
Here are some essential winter care tips for skin, which avoids the skin dryness issues. Home ingredients like yoghurt deals with the issue of dry skin.
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Skin dryness is a common problem faced by people especially during cold weather. Environmental factors and premature ageing has adverse effects on the skin, turning them dry and saggy. The issue of dry skin is known as xerosis. Here are some home remedies which can be used to eliminate dry skin easily as well as effectively.
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Aloe-Vera
Aloe Vera has numerous healing properties. It is rich in anti-drying components, one of them being 'saponin', which deals with dryness of the skin. Aloe Vera acts as an anti-oxidant which prevents hyperpigmentation. It also protects the skin from UV rays and acts as a shield. Aloe Vera works wonders on the skin when mixed with honey and applied to the dry areas. With the help of this easily available plant gel, wave goodbye to of pigmentation issues in no time.
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Yoghurt
Yoghurt is rich in lactic acid. Lactic acid is famous for moisturizing the skin and purifying it from within. The components of lactic acid solves the issue of skin dryness, making it softer. Furthermore, lactic acid slowly lets the wrinkles fade and helps the skin glow. Even though lactic acid has several properties, it should not be used regularly as it has carbo-cyclic substituents which can be hazardous for the health.
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Sandalwood:
Being one of the most ancient remedies for skin pigmentation, sandalwood also acts as a blood purifier. It has a wide range of medicinal properties which are significant which fights the issue of dry skin. The best-advised method to use sandalwood is to mix its powder with some rose water and yoghurt. This mixture works wonders on the skin, as it fights with acne and blend and takes care of the skin issues. Usage of sandalwood face packs will bid adieu to the issue of skin dryness in no time.
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09:58 IST, October 7th 2019