Skin interest in winter

You've been eagerly waiting for winter to arrive but now that it's finally here it's making your skin feel dry and itchy, isn't it? Well, that's exactly why your skin needs extra care this season. Bring back the softness and glow to your skin with these tips to stay nourished!

Moisturise on the go
Moisturising your skin during the day is the key to softer, glowing skin. Stepping out during the day makes your skin prone to dryness and roughness. That's why a moisturising lotion is essential. Try one like Vaseline Total Moisture Lotion to keep your skin hydrated and supple throughout these wintery days. It is a multi-vitamin moisturiser that contains Vitamin E and proteins from soya and oat extracts that ensure smooth skin for 24 hours.

Don't forget to carry your lotion with you while you travel. “Apply the moisturiser and sunscreen together before stepping out and keep re-applying whenever your skin feels drier," advises dermatologist Dr Sudhir Shetty.

Nourish those lips
Chapped or cracking lips can be quite painful in winter. So make sure to use a lip balm to keep them from chapping. While you're at it, choose one that really nourishes your lips and doesn't just provide a glossy effect. Again, add it to your travel pouch.

Cleanse you face often
Dry winters are particularly dusty. So it's important to keep your face free of dust in this weather. But washing your face too often might aggravate dryness.

“Use a mild cleanser, preferably one with a balanced PH. A derma face and body lotion or sebamed liquid face and body wash with olive should do you good. It will ensure that your skin is not stripped of its natural body oil,” says dermatologist Dr Abhijeet Desai. In case you use a face wash, moisturising your face again may be helpful.

Hydrate before bed
Winters cause moisture loss. What's more, your skin is most likely to lose its moisture while you sleep. So apply a lotion all over your skin and face after your bath. Massage for a while to let it seep in well. If you are looking for a suitable lotion, Vaseline Total Moisture Lotion is totally worth it as it  replenishes your skin of all its moisture loss and gives it essential nutrients too.

“Moisturising at night is important for your skin especially during winter. Apply it in moderation and not huge amounts,” says Dr Shetty. Not only will this prevent dryness but also the early signs of ageing and unnecessary wrinkles.

So there you have it - your ultimate skincare guide to face the winter!