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  • DIYs to give dry skin soothing relief from constant hand washing

    DIYs to give dry skin soothing relief from constant hand washing

    As we wash our hands for so many times in a day and work through multiple bottles of sanitizer, here are a few home remedies to give your hands soothing relief from constant washing and sanitizing.

    Moisturize

    An easy way to counter the dryness that arises from excessive washing is by always making sure to moisturize hands after washing and sanitizing. Coconut oil is gives relief to dry skin and massaging it onto the hands before bedtime can be very useful.

    The ritual also has the added benefit of relieving tension from either household chores or work from home. Just press the middle of your palm, stretch out your fingers by interlocking them in and out and rotate your wrists inwards and outwards for added relaxation.

    DIY scrub for hands

    As all the salons are shut down until further notice and we cannot get any manicure. Home beauty treatments are a great way to self pamper and a good distraction from the daily stress and lockdown tension.

    DIY scrub is also easy to make. All you have to do is just mix ground coffee with honey and lemon and massage your hands with the mixture, leave for a few minutes and rinse.

    Read More: Hand care in the time of corona

    Step-by-step guide for a manicure at home

    Step 1: Add warm water to a tub-like vessel with salt, along with a few drops of almond oil (you can substitute this with any oil, or even aloe vera gel). Drop-in some mint leaves and some hand-wash liquid. Soak your hands for at least 20 minutes.

    Step 2: Wipe your hands and follow with scrubbing with a pumice stone. Rub a little bit of an alcohol solution after the scrub (you can use sanitizer for its antibacterial properties) and rinse it with water.

    Step 3: Clip your nails or file them as you prefer.

    Step 4: Use a moisturizer or specialized hand creams to complete, then neatly paint your nails

  • How to avoid dry skin in this cold weather

    How to avoid dry skin in this cold weather

    It’s
    winter and your skin needs all the extra care you can give. cold weather can
    result in dry air that can make your skin dry. Dry hands,tight skin and chapped
    lips. These are some of the significant signs that indicate that your skin
    needs to be moisturized. 

    Make sure that your skin is hydrated throughout the
    winters. Hot showers may be tempting, but washing the face with lukewarm water
    helps avoid stripping oils from the skin. And apply moisturizer after the wash. 

    Don’t forget to drink water

    In winter we usually forget to drink forget because we do
    not feel thirsty. Set alarms just to remind yourself that you have to grab a
    glass of water. 

    Use a gentle cleanser

    Try to use for a gentle cleanser to retain the skin’s
    natural moisture. If your skin feels tight after you’ve cleansed, you may be
    stripping your skin. Your skin should feel both hydrated and free from
    irritation after cleansing. And don’t forget to drink lots and lots of water.

     Protect
    your lips

    Normally we do not pay much attention to our lips but the
    skin on your lips can also get dry and cracked during winter months. Try a lip
    balm for added daily protection, and if you plan to be in the sun, use the
    proper SPF to protect your lips from the sun’s potential damage.

     Body
    bonuses

    It’s the season for creamy body lotions, foot balms and
    moisturizing masks. Treat yourself to regular at-home spa moments to rejuvenate
    and replenish dry and flakey skin.

     At
    home

    The weather may be chilly outside, but inside, the
    conditions could be affecting your skin. Use a humidifier and if you are using
    a gas or electric heater, try to put a pot full of water in front of your
    heater so that your skin does not become dry. Preferably maintain a neutral
    temperature at home that will maintain the skin’s moisture and balance.