*Skin Care in Winter

The icy winter winds work havoc with your skin and chapping of skin becomes a common problem. But, the most vulnerable to cold is dry skin which cracks easily if uncared for. Many a time cracked skin bleeds too. It is therefore necessary to avoid exposure. Also you have to take care of others parts of your body like palms, feet, back and neck, etc. Icy wind also fades the complexion of your skin.

• If your skin is dry, then minimize the use of soap to as little as possible. Cold cream and Olive oil are effective in reducing dryness. But, before this it is essential to deep cleanse your face. FOr deep cleansing, take a cotton swab, dip in the water and squeeze it. Apply cleansing milk and rub it thoroughly on your face and neck. DO not use unheated milk which results in opening up unwanted pores on face. Tomotao and Raspberry juices are best suited for cleansing. At night do not use water after cleansing instead use a wet towel to wipe. The towel should be drenched in hot water and then squeezed. After this facial massage with skin tonic mixed with almond oil. Massage should be continued altleast for ten minutes so as to enable the cream to penatrate the skin.