Pakistan does not support the skin, as it endows it with a rough season called winter. It is almost as if the winter sucks the last drop of moisture from the face and leaves it dull and flaky. Meanwhile, winds tend to be real, really, really cold, and on the plains, it really gets dry. So, there is not exactly a glowing of the face by cold months. Okay, do not have much to fret, though. Good skincare routine with proper changes to lifestyle would just save and help maintain your shining skin through any season.
Well, all the above-mentioned methods can deliver you a wanted winter glow just that easily. Now let us discuss some ideal skincare routines specifically for Pakistani conditions during the climate of winters:
Why Would Winter Affect Your Skin?
Winter air is, for the most part, dry and cold. Low humidity tends to strip your skin of its natural oils, bringing about:
- Dryness: Low humidity sucks the moisture right out of your skin.
- Flakiness: The dead layers of skin take a little longer to accrete.
- Itchiness: Dryness makes it feel itchy most of the time because of irritation.
- Chapped Lips: It loses moisture much faster than any other part of the body.
- Dullness: This will give it a tired, pale-looking appearance.
Winter Glow Skin Hacks 1. Hydration from Within
Much water be taken: Body, too needs its dose of water during winter days and minimum should be taken up to 8-10 glasses a day.
Hydrating foods: Take cucumbers, oranges, and carrots for hydrating your internal system. Herbal Teas: There are three that will warm you as well as hydrate your skin from the inside out. These are green tea, chamomile, and mint teas.
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize
Use with the Correct Moisturizer: This is very high, heavy, cream type of moisturizer that is needed. A product must contain one of the aforementioned natural oils in the ingredient list: almond, jojoba, or shea butter.
Use within minutes of bathtime: Moisturizer should be applied right after making wet.
Use on hands and feet: Most of the people forget these two parts of the body. Use strongest cream on these areas.
Gently exfoliate
Mild Exfoliator Only: Remove dead skin cells without damaging your skin barrier. Look for scrubs with oatmeal or sugar.
Don’t Overdo It: Limit exfoliation to 1-2 times a week.
Protect your skin from extreme weather conditions
Sunscreen is a Must: Sun protection in the winter months too, UV rays can cause damage to your skin. SPF 30 or higher
Protective clothing: face mask to protect your face, gloves to protect your hands, anticipating the strong wind and freezing weather.
5. Healthy sleep habit
Humidifier: Using a humidifier moistens your air so your skin won’t dry out at night when asleep.
Night Mask: Hydrating masks in the night mask will hydrate while you are in the sleeping area.
Massage Oils: Massage a little almond or argon oil in your face before you sleep for that bit of extra nourishment.
6. Home Remedies
- Honey Masks: Honey is a natural humectant and gives a glowing effect.
- Aloe Vera Gel: Instant hydration when freshly applied.
- Yogurt Packs: Yogurt mixed with a pinch of turmeric for smooth soft skin.
- Spray your skin with rose water as a refreshing toner.
7. Alter Your Diet to Achieve Glowing Skin
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Eat fish, walnuts, and flaxseeds for soft, healthy-looking skin. – Vitamins: Citrus fruits include Vitamin C while nuts and seeds provide Vitamin E for healthy, shiny skin.
Avoid Overprocessed Food: Stay away from too many sugary snacks and fried things.
8. Lip Care – Not Forgotten
SPF Lip Balm: Sun protection and a little wind that tries to dry up your lip Lip Exfoliating: Exfoliate dead skin by using sugar and honey.
Stay Hydrated: Generally, dehydration results in dry chapped lips
Home Masks Treat Your Skin To
Banana Moisturizing Mask: Mash a banana then mix with few drops of honey apply after 15 min then wash off the face
Avocado Mask: Blend Avocado with olive oil it hydrates and gives a soft touch.
Exercise and Stress Management
Exercise Frequently: Exercising increases the level of blood circulation, and that blood can help your skin to glow from inside.
Practice Stress Relieving: As a matter of fact, yoga and meditation can definitely rescue your skin from all issues arising because of stress.
Winter Skincare FAQ’s
Q1: Does winter make oily skin drier?
Of course, an oil-skinned skin also tends to get dehydrated owing to the presence of cold air. The way to counter is through a light, gel-based moisturizer.
Q2: How many times should I clean my face this winter?
This will only let you clean your face two times a day as this makes your face too oily for the skin. And then apply a thin hydrating cleanser on the face.
Q3: Home remedies are pretty good at the sensitive skin area
All good, natural remedies on the skin. Though you need to patch test first before putting it right on your face.
Q4. Time to Moisturize.
Immediate after getting off from the bath or right after washing your face to lock down that moisturizing.
Q5 How no to have that flaky skin?
Moisturized face once per week and huge application of moisture
It can’t be a very cruel one on your skin, but very cruel on the skin, in winters, doing the right kind of skincare: keeping up your hydration level, moisturizing, and perhaps a few of the natural remedies would give that shine glow throughout the winter season in Pakistan. All is a journey in your skin, you can’t run a race in it so be patient.
Do drop in if any of these come to your mind while preparing the winter plate!
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