Are you struggling with unruly skin this winter season? Well, here's the real reason behind it.
As soon as you transition from summers to winters, there
needs to be change in your skin care routine, not only because of the weather alternations but also because of pollution, and depleting ozone layer. Most of us are keen to have our skin to be healthy and glowing, hence, we need to follow a healthy routine and quit some of the habits that are pulling it down.
So here's a list of some common skincare mistakes that none of us can afford to make in winters, specially:
Over exfoliating the skin
While we all need to exfoliate our skin to remove all the dead skin and sebum from the surface but do not forget that since winters is a harsh season already, you must avoid going overboard with your face scrubs as it can lead to dry and sensitive skin. It is ideal to just do it once every two or three weeks.
Not applying enough sunscreen
Most people have a misconception that sunscreen needs to be applied only in summers and no sun means no sunscreen. But do not forget that even during cloudy days of winters, the UV rays are still present. Hence, it is crucial to apply sunscreen even on the coldest days of the year. Make sure to apply a broad spectrum sunscreen during the winters as well and reapply it every few hours.
Not moisturising your skin enough
The most common problem that you may face during winters is dry skin and not applying enough moisturizer makes it all the more worse. As the temperature drops, the skin loses it moisture and hence, it is vital to moisturise your skin with a skincare product that contains either hyaluronic acid, shea butter based or has glycerine to maintain the balance.
Not letting your skin breathe
You must be following a beauty guru that indulges in a 10-step skincare routine on social media, but on a daily basis, you cannot have an over-complicated skin routine as it may deteriorate your skin further by clogging your pores and causing more breakouts and acne.
By using unclean makeup brushes
Last but not the least, the most important skincare tip is hygiene. If you do makeup, it is imperative to wash your makeup brushes or sponges as continued use and exposure can accumulate a lot of dust and bacteria. It can further aid in aggravating acne and skin infections. Hence, it is better to maintain proper hygiene at all times.
