Avoid using these skincare products in winter

Skincare-in-winters Although winter brings the craving for hot beverages while you sift through your closet for some warm and fuzzy clothes, the weather also leaves your skin feeling dry and itchy. Therefore, staying on top of your skincare routine in winter is essential, and one can certainly not miss the inclusion of a moisturizer while speaking of a good skin-care regimen. A good quality moisturizer not only keeps your skin hydrated but also protects it against harmful UV radiation and different pollutants present in the environment. However, a common concern while picking moisturizers is that they blend separately into your skin or leave a cast on your skin. While many moisturisers are available now, the gazillion options can baffle you. On behalf of Cetaphil, Dr Sama Rais shares five checkboxes you should keep in mind while picking a moisturizer for your skin.beauty-toners to avoid for dry skin-THS Alcohol-based toners: Avoid toners that have high alcohol content as they can strip moisture from your skin, leaving it dry. Over time, use of these products can weaken your skin's natural barrier, and make it more vulnerable to environmental stressors like UV radiation.Beauty-facial masks-THS Clay masks: The face masks that work wonders during the summer may turn out to be your skin’s enemy. If you have been using clay masks, decrease the frequency or avoid it altogether during winter as these can be dry out your skin, especially if you already have dry skin.D&C-bar soap-THS Bar soap: Are you using bar soap on your face? You need to stop that in winter. According to skin experts, the pH of bar soaps is generally high, which can be too drying for your face. Instead use gentle cleansers or oil cleansers.Face scrub Exfoliators: You can continue to exfoliate your skin even in winter too, but don't overdo it. Over-exfoliating can really damage your skin barrier.essential-oils-2 essential-oils