Cold air in winters can leave your skin itchy and dry. Fight dry winter skin with these tips to retain your skin’s natural moisture.

Wash in Lukewarm Water

Hot showers and baths always feel good in the winter but try to take bath with lukewarm water. This will prevent your skin from getting dry or patchy.

Moisturize Immediately Afterwards

Your skin not only needs more moisture, but moisture right after you wash. Applying moisture to damp skin helps seal that dampness into the skin. Keep a bottle near the bathtub or sink and use that every time you wash.

Apply sunscreen even on grey winter days

wear gloves and scarves to protect skin from cold winds. Don’t forget the sunscreen. Winter sun can be just as damaging as summer sun.

Hydrate from the inside out

We tend to drink less water in the winter but don’t forget that your skin needs hydration from the inside out. A little warm water with lemon can be very refreshing and hydrating at the same time. Eating foods high in water content can help hydrate your skin. You can eat apples, oranges, kiwi, and watery veggies like, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots. 

 Use DIY Masks

Homemade hydrating masks can provide needed moisture in the cold days. Use natural moisturizing ingredients like honey, avocado, yogurt, olive and jojoba oils, almond oil, bananas, and aloe. Mix what you like together to create a cream or paste, and leave on skin for 10-30 minutes for lasting hydration. Just do a patch test on your skin before applyting to your face or body