Winters bring a feeling of excitement for everyone. When cold winds start blowing, people begin their preparations to welcome the breezy weather. Seasonal changes in weather can harm our skin in different ways which commonly includes rashes, marks of irritation and most importantly dry skin which is the root cause of so many other skin problems.

What causes skin problems in winters?

Temperature, humidity, and content of moisture in our skin are directly related to each other. When one drops so does the other. In winters, when the temperature goes down and humidity falls below 40%, the amount of moisture in our skin also goes down which results in skin rashes, irritated skin, itching, eczema, and allergies. The cold breeze of winters harms the outer layer of skin which results in dryness and inflammation. Sometimes the dryness is so intense that it ends with cracks on the skin.

 Sunburns are another reason for winter rashes. The ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun are so strong and excessive exposure to it is harmful to the skin. Taking showers in hot water and using heaters also affects the skin and allows it to lose the natural oil of the skin.

How to get rid of these problems and keep your skin healthy and beautiful:

Using sunscreen and sunblock:

For preventing the skin from the UV rays damage, we must have to use sunscreen. It not only helps in preventing UV rays but also lowers the chances of cancer and helps in getting rid of wrinkles and premature skin aging.

Moisturizers:

To avoid constant dryness, constantly use moisturizers whenever you take a shower or even wash your hands. Using moisturizers after washing hands even in summers helps in maintaining the beauty of your hands especially cuticles. Avoid moisturizing creams that have lanolin because if you already have winter rashes, then this ingredient can lead to irritation or allergy Try to use moisturizers that have lactic acid and urea because it makes skin more hydrated than others. If you have naturally dry skin, then using night creams makes your skin smooth and greasy.

Petroleum products:

To lock moisture into your skin, use petroleum products especially petroleum jelly. It moist skin for several hours resulting in soft and smooth skin.

Use natural products:

Since low temperature and low humidity is a natural thing, so nature has given solutions to the problems arising from it. Olive oil, coconut oil, and milk are all-natural products and it helps in soothing irritated and itchy skin. Taking a bath from milk also gives you relief from irritation and itching. You can directly apply milk to the affected area and then rinse it off.

Use of vitamins:

Vitamins- the key to beauty. Vitamins help in solving any kind of skin problem. It not only moist and soothe your skin but it also makes you healthy and your skin starts glowing. Especially Vitamin A and E can repair your skin.

Install a humidifier:

For having humidity around you, it is advisable to add a humidifier to your house. It moisture to the air which helps in reducing dryness and other skin problems.

Stay hydrated:

To avoid dryness drink lots and lots of water. According to some dermatologists, water is a natural cleanser.

Some other tips:

•           To get rid of cracks and chaps on your lips, try to moisten it with cool water before applying any product.

•           After bathing, try to pat dry your skin rather than rubbing it with a towel.

•           Avoid using artificially flavored and fragrance soaps. Try to use soaps that contain glycerin, natural oils, Shea butter, and goat milk.

•           When you are having itchy and irritated skin, avoid woolen clothes and wear silk stuff and soft cotton that are breathable.