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Published 08:52 IST, October 18th 2019

Take care of your skin this winter with these easy and handy tips

Skin needs extra care and a basic routine is to be followed to keep it soft, healthy and glowing. Here are some of the natural tips to stay healthy this winter.

Reported by: Chitra Jain
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Winter season is around to corner and it is time to take care of your dull, dry and whitish skin which conditions due to the climate. In this weather lack of nourishment leads to itchiness, dry skin and paleness. Also taking a hot shower might seem like a good way to warm up, but hot water parches out your skin by stripping it of its natural oils. Skin needs extra care and a basic routine needs to be followed to keep it soft, healthy and glowing. Here are some of the simple and natural tips to take care of your skin properly.

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Skincare tips for the winter season

Moisturise your skin regularly

Moisturising the skin is one of the most important steps that one must take during winters to have a glowing skin. Moisturizers help in keeping our skin hydrated and also makes sure that the skin does not lose its natural oil. You can choose natural moisturisers like coconut oil, castor oil, olive oil, buttermilk or cucumber to enhance your skin texture during winters. 

Drink water regularly

During winters it is at times natural that we don’t feel thirstier or less dehydrated. And hence we end up drinking less water, which leads to loss of water from our body. Therefore, it is very important to drink water from time to time even in winter. Drinking water properly will avoid dullness of the skin.

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Take care of your diet

Remember during winter season following a proper diet is necessary. Consumption of seasonal fruit and veggies like strawberries, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, or cherries is a must for healthy skin. These fruits are an exceptional source of vitamins and antioxidants to your skin. Keep yourself hydrated with watery fruits or other food items such as soups, salads, juices, and milk. This type of diet will give your skin proper nutrients and keep it healthy and nourished.

Nourish your skin at night

It is important to stick to your night-time skincare regime during winters. To keep your skin healthy, you must not forget to replenish it at night when you are resting for about seven to eight hours. Deep moisturizing should be indulged with oils before you sleep. This will make you wake up with beautiful supple skin. Some of these convenient tips may help you get through the harsh effects of winter and give you a glowing and happy skin.

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Updated 21:27 IST, October 23rd 2019

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