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Skin, the protective covering of our body bears assault of changing climates and seasons. Scorching heat of the summer vexes the skin with sun burns and dehydration. Thus the skin needs rest and rejuvenation in winter. But winter takes its own toll on the skin. The cold and dry weather of winter brings about drying of skin making it scaly. Lack of sufficient humidity out doors leads to cracked skin. Indoor heating further removes the traces of moisture and aggravates dryness of skin. Cracked, chapped and dry skin leads to various skin infections. Hence the skin has to be rejuvenated and care should be taken to keep the skin moist, soft and smooth

Skin care diet for winter:

Drink plenty of water to keep the skin hydrated. Drinking warm water in winter prevents dry skin

Soups which are sour and salted Include honey in the diet.

Avoid Consumption of junk foods, too much of sweets and oil food as these lead to weight gain.

Your diet must ideally comprise of Cane juice, milk and clarified butter (ghee) during winter.

Stay away from cold and refrigerated foods like ice creams, milk shakes as they vitiate vata.

Gorge on warm and heavy food to fulfill the requirement of increased body fire.

Skin care life styles for winter

Always wear warm clothes.

Avoid long hot showers and bath.

Quick three minutes bath is advisable.

Twenty to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a week can give your skin a healthy glow

Avoid repeated washing of face.

Use an indoor humidifier to place moisture in the air

Skin care accessories for winter

Massage your body with oils

Apply moisturizing lotion liberally all over the body.

Smear lip balm on lips to prevent chapping of lips.

Take care of your skin on heels with balms and moisturizing products.