If there is one skin type that needs  extra care in every season, it’s the dry skin. It is more susceptible to hammering & plundering  by  the sun, uv rays, pollution, heat, temperature changes, weather, winds, harsh soaps,  make-up and facial treatments. Most worrisome thing about dry skin being that it ages prematurely.

Characteristics of dry skin :

•  • Dry, dehydrated skin is described as flaky, scaly, or dull-looking skin.
•  • It may crinkle when pushed or pressed with a finger.
•  • Itchiness, irritation, sensitivity, soreness, redness, inflammation, cracked skin, and/or a feeling of tightness after coming in contact with water.

• Environmental factors (sun, winds, temperature)
• Genetic Factor  ( runs in the family)
• Eating habits (junk , unhealthy food, salt, less water intake)
• Lifestyle (smoking/ alcohol dehydrate the body )
• Beauty treatments ( artificial skin products)
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Tips for Dry Skin

• Nothing works like nature . The quick fix, stop gap arrangement of synthetic or chemical skin care products further weakens the skin structure. It’s time to go natural. The whole world is waking up to the wholesomeness of natural skin care.
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• The basic rule of skin care is to follow a routine. Make a habit or skin regimen that you follow every morning and  night, like Cleansing , Toning , Moisturizing ( CTM). More than the day, its the night time care that is of utmost importance. As you get your beauty sleep,  mind & body relaxes and gets into the   reset and repair  mode . And  so does your skin. When tending to your face, remember that neck is a part of it too.
• Less is more .  Use minimum products that suit you. Artificial fragrance / alcohol can further dry out or irritate your sensitive skin.
• Cleanse with mild face wash or skin friendly  glycerine soap. Never rub your skin dry. It can further strip the skin of its natural protective oils.  Just pat it dry .
• Toning can help keep you looking fresh. Use only alcohol free, floral hydrosols.
• Moisturising is very important part of skin care. First apply  hydrating serum. Serums are highly potent, effective & deeply penetrating skin nutrients. Follow it up by massaging in the nourishing face cream. It helps with better absorption by skin.
• Sunscreen ( SPF30)  must be applied 20/30 minutes before going out. It protects the skin from UV radiations  that are a major cause of photoaging that leads to breakdown of skin or lipid barrier, weakening the skin structure leading to premature appearance of lines , wrinkles , dark or sun spots .
• Lips too need moisturizing and sun protection. Pick an effective lip balm and keep reapplying as many times as you need.
• The eye contours , being very thin can be subject to damage by way of dark circles , puffiness & fine lines. Under eye cream can help rejuvenate the contours.
• People with dry skin need to keep the rest of the body moisturized too by creams, body butters, lotions, whatever works best.
• Lifestyle changes for better health cannot be accentuated enough. Keep yourself hydrated by having water & fresh fruit juices. Eating fresh fruits, nuts  is all the more better for wholesome nutrition and gut cleansing fibre. Healthy and seasonal veggies are a big yes for detoxing and cooling the system. 
• Minimise skin treatments and  avoid using synthetic skin care products.
• Never go to sleep without removing your make up. It can clog the pores and break the skin, leaving the skin barrier weakened.
• It takes time to repair the skin naturally. Religiously follow your skin regimen . Do not keep changing the products. Improvement will be visible after regular usage for 6-8 weeks.
• Do not forget to patch test any new skin care product.