Monday, 1 April 2013

How to Sustain Healthier Skin during the Winter Months

By Emory Caviggia


It's hard to believe that clean, clear skin in the winter is harder to achieve than during the summer. Even though we may not like this fact, in order to keep our skin healthy in the winter, we have to realize that the weather has a major impact on the condition of our skin. The harsh weather that we encounter in the wintertime - cold and dry - can be very damaging to our skin. This article will discuss some of the simple methods you can use to make sure your skin stays healthy and supple during cold weather.

A reliable, high-quality humidifier is a good first step to protecting your skin. The cold winter months are naturally drier than the humid summer months. If you add the drying effects of heaters - both space and central - you can see that dry skin can be a problem Heaters blast hot and dry at us which can dry out your skin and cause any number of problems. Humidified air is great for your skin and balances out the drying effects of your heating system. Using the two together allows you to enjoy a warm home and moist air. Many people actually have more than one humidifier so that they cover all the rooms of their home. This way the air stays moist, you stay warm and you don't have to worry about the health of your skin.

A very vulnerable area, that is almost always exposed, are your lips. They can get dry, chapped and even crack. Make a special effort to give your lips the protection they need. Always wear a chap stick, or lip balm, during the winter. Don't fall into the habit of "moisturizing" your lips by licking them. It doesn't work. When you go outside in the wintertime, you may normally wear a scarf. If you do, wrap it up high so it covers your lips. A nice scarf can offer protection to your nose, also, not just your lips and neck.

If your clothes get wet, get changed quick! Any damp clothing is not good but, especially, if your socks or gloves become wet, this condition can lead to skin problems. Problems as serious as eczema can develop - as well as common rashes, itching, and sores. Wet clothing just goes hand and hand with winter weather. Snow, rain, sleet, and even a very wet fog can all result in wet clothes, especially your socks. The best remedy is to change into something warm and dry at your first opportunity. Those of you who work may wisely decide to have a change of clothing - or at least dry socks - tucked away somewhere at your work place, or even in a duffle bag in your car. When all is said and done, your ultimate mission is to remain warm and that means staying dry as well.

Moisturizers are all similar, but with distinctive qualities. The basic ingredient in one may be that of water and oil in a different one. The type of moisturizer you need is dependent upon what kind of skin you have. For instance, if your skin is oily already; you certainly would not use an oil based moisturizer. If your skin is just dry, the oil based moisturizers might be more your style. During the different seasons, your skin will have requirements that vary. What you need to keep your skin healthy during the summer is different than what you need to keep your skin healthy during the winter. The reason is that in the colder months, the impact on our skin is a lot different than it is during the more temperate months. It is imperative to also keep in mind that you shouldn't just concentrate on your hands and face during the winter months, but concentrate on keeping your whole body protected and hydrated - inside and out. You will easily adapt to these kinds of seasonal routines, so don't let it get you down. You will love your healthy and moist wintertime complexion.




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