Updated October 16th, 2019 at 17:37 IST

Home remedies to get rid of dry and dull skin in winters

Home remedies are always beneficial in reducing skin related problems. Check out the top three home remedies to get rid of dry skin in winters. Read on

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Home remedies are amidst the best ways to get rid of almost all skin-related problems. In winters, a lot of people are plagued by dry skin and find it extremely difficult to either reduce or prevent it from accentuating. Dry skin is caused due to the massive drop in the air-humidity levels in winters. Cold and windy weather in winters further erodes the natural moisture in our skin making it dry and itchy. Take a look at some of the most cost-effective and easy home remedies you can opt for to get rid of dry skin in winters.

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Stay hydrated: Especially in winters, dry skin is a common problem as water from your skin tends to evaporate due to the cool climate and windy air. Consuming eight to ten glasses of water per day is the key here. Keeping yourself hydrated helps in locking moisture in the skin, thus preventing dry skin problem. Staying hydrating even on routinely basis aids to a natural problem-free skin.

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Glycerine & Lemon: Glycerine is a great source of moisture, which helps in reducing dry skin during the winter season. Lemon, on the other hand, is a great source of exfoliator which helps in brightening and lightening the skin. When combined, they can help in reducing dry skin to a great extent. All you need to do is take seven to eight drops of glycerine and five drops of lemon in a glass bowl, mix them and apply on the affected area with the help of a cotton ball. Do not rub, simply dab with a light hand and keep it for 15 minutes and rinse with cold water. You will notice instant results and repeat it thrice a week for impressive results.

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Coconut oil: To rejuvenate your dry skin in winters, one of the best options is to use virgin coconut oil. It significantly enhances the moisture content in your skin thus, making it much more hydrated. You can apply virgin coconut oil directly on your skin, without any concern about side-effects as it is a purely organic and natural ingredient. Best time to apply is just before bedtime, you should gently massage your face with the oil for a few minutes before going off to sleep. 

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Published October 16th, 2019 at 10:45 IST