Yes, winters cause acne due to dryness of skin. The dryer the conditions, the more sebum your skin will produce, and the more likely you are to suffer clogged pores and breakouts. Winter tends to be the driest time of the year, and so even people who typically have a clear complexion may notice a few more blemishes than usual.

The dry skin leads to development of black and white heads which eventually turn to acne.

The excess oil produced to combat the dryness will add fuel to the fire and leads to pimple formation. Sebum is a type of oil that the small glands of the skin secrete. Sebum helps to keep skin properly moist and supple, but too much can cause the cells in your skin to stick together. This can lead to clogged pores and breakouts, “T-zone”—basically, the forehead, nose and chin—contains more of these sebum-producing glands than almost any other part of body, which is why this area is prone to pimples.

Even scalp will develop dandruff and scalp scales falling on face also contributes to acne.

Preventing winter acne

The key to relief is to combat winter dryness and keep your skin hydrated. Hydrated skin creates less excess oil, which reduces the likelihood of breakouts. here are some tips to keep your  skin acne free during this winter season

Stay Hydrated
So, the main reason why acne is bothering you in winter is the lower consumption of water. Our skin becomes dry because of the cold winter weather. Please ensure that you drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated and flush out the toxins.
Keep your face clean
The one thing that you need to take care of is using a face cleanser that doesn’t dry out .
your skin but rather hydrates it. The moist winter air can easily clog your pores with various pollutants. Cleaning and exfoliating are necessary for facial hygiene.

Moisturize,

We can’t emphasise enough how important it is to keep your skin moisturised in winter. A common mistake most of us do is using a moisturiser that is oil-based. If you have oily skin, you should prefer to use a water-based moisturiser or a facial gel. However, having oily skin doesn’t mean you can skip the moisturising part.

Avoid too much Exfoliation
excessive exfoliation can drain the essential oils from your skin and make it dry. Too much dryness can be a reason for winter breakouts.

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Moisturizing is a basic yet important part of maintaining healthy skin. Our skin is exposed to various environmental factors, pollution and chemicals. This can cause lack of moisture, hence moisturizing your skin and providing it with necessary components to replenish is crucial during all seasons and climate.

Lack of moisture and nourishment can initially cause dry, flaky skin and if this is not taken care of it can further lead to irritation, redness and inflammation of skin. Winters especially are a little hard for your skin and moisturizing regularly helps to rebuild your skin’s lost hydration.

It is important that, the loss of water from the skin must be carefully regulated by the epidermis, a function dependent on the complex nature of its outer layer, the stratum corneum (SC)

The stratum corneum is a selectively permeable, heterogeneous, composite outer layer of the epidermis that protects against desiccation and environmental challenge, and retains sufficient water to allow it to function in environment.

Applying moisturizer boosts hydration in your skin, prevents flaking and dullness, and creates a protective layer of moisture that lasts all day and keeps your skin healthy and hydrated.

 

Benefits of Moisturizing Regularly

The major reason behind using a moisturizer is to lock in moisture and provide nourishment to the skin, but moisturizers benefit our skin in multiple ways.

Maintain young and healthier skin

Skin is prone to environmental changes that can cause damage and wrinkles. Moisture is essential to repair all the damage, help cell regeneration and nourish the growth of younger skin cells.

Moisturizers are applied to your skin and massaged in gentle strokes, this increases blood flow which in turn adds a glow makes your skin look young. Moisturizing serves to lend sensitive skin the push it needs to repair itself and remain healthy.

Helps Reduces Skin Problems

Including moisturizer in your daily routine helps nourish and hydrate the skin. Hydrated skin is healthier and can help reduce acne or inflammation caused by extreme dryness or oiliness.

Some moisturizers have SPF in them which can help combat the harmful effects of sun rays. If you have oily skin, try to incorporate lotions instead of creams. On the other hand, if you have dry skin look for creams with high oil content in it.

Helps fight signs of aging

Using moisturizers with antioxidants, helps in boosting the collagen production and increases the elasticity of your skin which in turn reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Helps conceal blemishes

Blemishes are the residues of acne and breakouts or minor injuries. A moisturizer can provide nourishment to your skin and in the long run help reduce their appearance.

Helps replenish lost hydration

Moisturizing helps lock in in the skin’s moisture by creating a barrier that prevents loss of moisture. It also supplies the skin with essential micro nutrients that help maintain a healthy skin.

Moisturize your skin while it is damp, neither dry nor wet. Pat moisturizer on to your skin gently or massage it in subtle circular motions.

 

Moisturizing is key to maintaining a smooth, healthy and radiant skin while protecting it against aging and nourishing the skin.

Moisturize as often as possible, don’t wait for your skin to dry or crack up to begin moisturizing.

 

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Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune condition that results in the formation of thick, scaly skin patches with itchiness, discomfort, and scaling of skin while suffering from psoriasis

A number of factors in the winter season, including less sunlight and reduced humidity, may make psoriasis flare-up high.

Why is psoriasis worse in winter?

 Lack of sunlight

For some people, the lack of sunlight during winter may trigger psoriasis. UV light is present in sunlight, and it can penetrate the skin and slow skin cell growth. As UV light, in the form of phototherapy, is an effective treatment for psoriasis, sunlight will likely have a positive effect on some people with psoriasis.

Sun exposure may have an immunosuppressive effect. As psoriasis is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system is overactive, sunlight may help improve psoriasis symptoms. Conversely, a lack of sunlight in the winter may lead to psoriasis flaring up.
Low temperature and humidity

During winter, the air is typically cold and dry, and it can trigger a psoriasis flare up Therefore, it is important to keep the skin moisturized during winters

Stress and illness

Both stress and illness can also contribute toward psoriasis flares.

 Tips to manage winter psoriasis

Moisturizing

As the humidity is lower in the winter, it is important that people with psoriasis keep their skin moisturized. Apply moisturizer every time after washing the hands or having a bath or shower. Doing this helps seal the moisture into the skin, and it can also help reduce itchiness and discoloration.

Using a Humidifier

Using a humidifier at home can help add moisture to the air, helping combat dry skin by keeping the skin moisturized.

Baths

A person should opt for baths rather than long hot showers, which can cause skin dryness and flare ups.

  • using warm water rather than hot water
  • using a fragrance-free and moisture-rich soap or cleanser
  • applying a fragrance-free moisturizer within 5 minutes of taking a shower or bath

Clothing

Try to stay warm during cold weather by wearing a hat, winter jacket, gloves.

Also ensure that the clothes your wearing have soft fabrics, such as 100% cotton. These garments will place less mechanical stress on the skin than rough fabrics, which have the potential to aggravate psoriasis.

Hydration

A person with psoriasis should drink more water during the winter to remain hydrated to combat skin dryness. It is essential to maintain moisture, as the skin may flare up when the humidity is low.

Stress

try to avoid or reduce stressful activities, as stress can be a trigger for psoriasis flares. practice relaxation techniques and exercises, such as yoga, to combat stress and help manage their symptoms.

Phototherapy

Phototherapy involves exposing the skin to artificial UVB, which can mimic the positive effects of sunlight on the skin. UVB can penetrate the skin and slow skin cell growth. In this way, it can help slow the formation of skin patches and reduce irritation and inflammation.

Dr.JRK’s range has The Psorolin B ointment for psoriasis & Psorolin derma skin care psorolin soap to treat and moisturize your skin during these harsh climatic conditions

Every individual is blessed with different skin types ranging from normal, oily, combination, and dry skin.

But providing enough moisturization for all these skin types is an essential part of your daily routine to protect your skin from the harsh climatic conditions and external environment.

What is “dry skin”?

Dry skin is skin that feels dry to the touch. This happens when the skin’s outer cell layer.

(stratum corneum) lacks moisture, resulting in cracks on the skin’s surface.

What are the signs of dry skin?

Some of the most common signs and symptoms of dry skin include:

  • flakiness or scaling
  • redness
  • rough texture
  • itchiness
  • skin irritation
  • cracks in your skin

How to Prevent Winter Skin Dryness?

Skin dryness during the winter is inevitable, but keeping your skin moisturized and following a proper skin care routine can help make your skin look soft, smooth, and vibrant all winter long.

What is an ideal moisturizer?

An ideal moisturizer is the one that can penetrate deep, i.e., the epidermis, dermis, and skin layers. A good moisturizer should maintain the hydro-lipo balance of the skin and build up collagen while improving your skin’s elasticity.

Treatment for winter dry skin

Using a best body lotion for dry skin is the good way to rehydrate the epidermis and prevent water loss from the skin. Usage of a product enriched with allantoin and cocoa butter can help in cell regeneration and lock moisture in your skin.

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Stay hydrated internally and externally!