Winter is finally here with all the cozy sittings near the fireplace, warm long walks under the sun, and friendly gatherings. We don’t want to break your heart but the truth needs to be told, this winter will not be the same thanks to the unwelcomed global pandemic. Adding salt to the wound, recent research says that 70% of winter skin problems are caused by closed interactions with fireplace and heaters, exposure to the sun, and hot showers. What’s the fun in winter without it?
Don’t worry guys! Dr. Adil Hamayun skincare specialist in Peshawar and Islamabad with all his dermatology knowledge got your back. Winter can be harsh for your skin but not if you take care of it properly and treat your skin as an organ. Thanks to air pollution, harmful radiation, and long-term screening, our skin is already out of breath. Following are some tips and tricks proven by all the dermatology laws which you can use to revive your skin this winter. Let’s start by understanding why skincare is important in winter and what are some risks attached to it.
Skin Problems in Winter
Winter is wild for the skin. Cold temperature and low humidity result in low moisture levels in the air, makes it harsh for skin. Close interaction with heat sources like heaters and fireplaces, and hot showers make it worsen as they extract all the moisture from the skin. Even in the gray winter sky, sun rays are equally (sometimes more) harmful for the skin as they omit harmful ultraviolet radiations which burns the melanin in skin.
Most common winter skin problems in winter include:
- UV damage
- Dry and flaky Skin
- Chapped lips
- Itchy patches
- Redness and irritation
Moreover, harsh cold weather can also trigger some skin conditions that are even severe in nature and requires a standard checkup to the dermatologist near you.
Natural Skin Care Tips for Winter
Keeping the skin glossy, young, and healthy is very crucial as it reflects your personality and your skin condition is a measure to understand how much you give importance to self-care. There is generally confusion when choosing the right skincare products or the right skincare routine, but some very basic organic steps and lifestyle changes can help keeping your skin young.
Following are proven tips to avoid skin problems in winter
- Staying hydrated. Yes folks! Staying hydrated in winter is the key to prevent skin problems in winter. Our skin is structured with 64% of water and indoor heat sources extracts out all the moisture. You might not be feeling thirst but your skin can be dehydrated.
- Keeping shower time short. Hot water and harsh soaps wash out the essential oils that our skin produces by itself that are responsible for the flexibility. Long hot showers may feel good and stress reliever in winter but it definitely damages the skin.
- Invest in a humidifier. Maintaining the humidity level of the house is essential as it prevents dry skin and chapped lips. A good humidifier also helps to control many skin conditions.
- Use moisturizers. Make a habit of using moisturizers in winter. It not only keeps the skin soft and smooth but a good quality moisturizing lotion will prevent harmful radiations and blue light from screens to penetrate the melanin in the skin.
Skin Care Treatments in Winter
The skincare treatment industry is estimated to be worth 189.3 billion U.S. dollars by the year 2025. If you are too late to prevent skin problems and already seeing the consequences of harsh weather then you should definitely consider cosmetic procedures to regain soft, smooth, and flawless skin.
Most of the times we have seen people struggling to choose the best facial treatment to have smoothed and wrinkle-free skin. What if we tell you about an all in one facial treatment that suits every type of skin and solves every skin problem? The magic we are talking about is the hydra facial treatment. The numbers are telling it all as somewhere in the world a hydra facial treatment therapy is done every 15 seconds.
Hydra facial treatment is basically a three-step procedure to clean, deep exfoliate, and hydrate the skin. The procedure mainly focuses on removing dead skin cells, remove debris from skin pores, and hydrate and moisturize the skin cells. Hydra facial treatment is all in one, extremely customizable, painless procedure with zero downtime. Hydra facial is a very popular facial treatment as its numerous benefits and zero risks have made it most preferable over others.
Winter in Pakistan is considered the most fun season but we cannot ignore the risks that are attached to its fun activities. Just following simple prevention steps can have a huge positive impact on your skin. Skincare treatments are a great option to revive your wrinkle-free and smooth skin. Hydra facial treatment is a great option to have smooth and wrinkle-free skin in winter and it is preferred to get hydra-facial therapy near you as a dermatologist in your area understands the weather and environmental situations of your area.