Daily Skin Practices for Healthy Skin

Hello! It’s the peak of winter and you skin generally becomes really dry during this time. Kaya Skin Clinic expert dermatologist Dr. Sangeeta Almadi gives you some skin care tips to fight the harsh winter. But firstly let's look at why your skin becomes dry during winter.


Why the skin becomes dry in winters?

Dry skin lacks the moisture needed to keep the skin supple looking and therefore has a flaky look. Dry skin needs a daily moisturizer plus possibly a heavier, overnight cream to keep it in a healthy condition. Here are some tips to follow this winter. There are a number of reasons, both external and internal, why the skin gets dry during cold weather.

External Causes: Low humidity during winter enhances the drying effect on the skin. Exposure to dry wind, cold water or drying soaps further increases the skin’s dryness.

Internal Causes: Due to low temperature, the blood vessels supplying the skin become constricted. This reduces blood flow to the skin and sweat glands and oil producing glands in the body. When the water content of the skin diminishes both inside and outside, the skin cells become shrunken and dry. This produces flaking of the superficial skin cells. Most people, because they do not feel thirsty during winter, do not drink enough water or fruit juices during winter. This results in low volume of the circulating blood causing dehydration which is another cause for skin dryness.

Here are some expert tips to keep your skin beautiful during winter:

1) Use a long lasting moisturizer twice a day, preferably on damp or just washed skin (for better results)
2) Generally, skin cleansing should be limited to once or twice a day. 
3) Do not use alcohol-based astringents, wipes and colognes.
4) Avoid frequent application of moisturizers especially on face as over doing it could clog the pores
5) Do not forget to wear your sunscreen, preferably a moisturizing form.
6) Remove makeup to maintain healthy skin. Use a skin cleanser to gently remove dirt, excess oil and makeup
7) Exercise will do more than simply get your heart rate going. It will clear your pores, increase your metabolism, and sweating allows your inner body to cleanse itself.

P.S: Wish you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in advance!

Do’s and don’ts to take care of skin in winters.

Do’s

·         Use soap – free moisturizing cleansers for face as well as body

·         Can add emollient oil to bath water (1-2 drops per bucket of water)

·         Apply moisturizer immediately after patting dry

·         Use a moisturizing sunscreen on exposed body parts, 20 minutes before stepping out in the Sun

·         Use a moisturizer twice or thrice a day

·         Use a night cream (long acting moisturizer) on face and body before sleeping

·         For oily skin, use light moisturizer, those specifically suited for oily skin

·         For hair, use mild moisturizing shampoo and condition hair every time after shampoo

·         Trim the split ends

·         For frizzy hair, use leave-on conditioner

Avoid

·         Harsh soaps, scrubs and loofas

·         Toners and astringent

·         Long hours in AC

·         Frequent shampooing

8 Easy Ways to Winter-Proof your Skin

What are the easy tips to keep the skin healthy and not dry?  Dr. Sangeeta Amladi – Head Medical Services, Kaya Skin Clinic brings you 8 simple ways which will help you do that.

1. Drink adequate water
2. Eat balanced food containing all nutrients. Include vegetables, fruits, and fresh fish in your daily food intake.
3. Avoid alcohol and coffee. Both will dehydrate the skin and predispose to more drying and itching. 
4. Avoid using harsh soaps. Soap free cleansers containing moisturizers are safe choices. 
5. Using a humidifier inside the house will help keep the skin moist even during winter. 
6. Exercise will help produce sweat and increase blood flow to the skin, which will improve the hydration of the skin. 
7. Colloidal oat meal baths, in addition to their action of preventing water loss, also soothe the skin.
8. Apply a good moisturizing cream or lotion immediately after bath, before the body dries up. This will trap the moisture inside and keep skin soft and supple.

 Click here to read about 4 Beauty Regime Rituals for Beautiful Skin (Winter)

4 Beauty Regime Rituals for Beautiful Skin (Winter)

With winter fast approaching, the change in the weather can be very stressful on your skin. The low humidity during winter can cause the skin to become dry, flaky, dull and irritated.  When the temperatures change, a change in your skin care routine is necessary. So along with a proper skin care regime, a healthy diet is also essential for healthy skin.  Get to know your skin a little, how it works and the effects of winter conditions on the skin.

How should you alter your beauty regimen as winter approaches?

1. Wash your face with a mild cleanser and rinse with lukewarm water. Avoid antibacterial soaps and very hot water.
2. Apply a water-based moisturizer while your skin is still damp to seal in moisture before it's lost. For dryer skin, use a heavier cream
3. If you have really dry skin, avoid toners as they dry it out even more. If you have oily or normal skin, try an astringent
4. Exfoliate once a week to remove flaky skin.
                (By Dr. Sangeeta Amladi – Head Medical Services, Kaya Skin Clinic)

Your December Party Survival Guide!

With the festive season in full swing, the parties have begun and everyone wants to look their best. But a few late nights, over-exertion, use of cosmetics and makeup, consumption of unhealthy food and drinks can take a toll on our health and looks.

 If you are looking for a wonderful and easy way to keep yourself sparkled till the end of the season, here are a few tips to follow by Dr. Sangeeta Amladi - Head Medical Services at Kaya Skin Clinic.

1. Hydrate your skin from within by drinking an adequate quantity of water.
2. Before applying all your makeup, make sure your skin is clean and exfoliated. Use a good, gentle exfoliator and rub onto face in slow, circular motions. The circular motions will ensure good blood circulation and the exfoliating will remove dead skin cells, revealing a bright, new complexion. After you’ve exfoliated both face and body, moisturize from head to toe.
3. Moisturizer is the key to soft, supple skin. For best results,  use a Moisturizing Cream  that minimizes water loss thus serving the purpose
4. For instant brightening, go for a Vitamin C facial, or else try an instant hydrating mask.
5. Even in the winter season, do not forget to apply sunscreen daily and when exposed to the sun, sunglasses are a must!
6. During the party season, you tend to get puffy eyes. Splashing cold water in the eyes and the use of eye pads with cucumber, potato and green tea bags will help reduce puffiness.
7. For the lips, use a balm that offers moisturizing and sun protection.
8. For your skin, plan in advance and undergo services like skin polishing or hair reduction.
9. At Kaya Skin Clinic, there are various services like fillers and BOTOX that can help enhance your features.
10. Eating before partying is a must to minimize effects of alcohol.
11. Skin needs to be conditioned from the inside as well as out. Choose foods and supplements enriched in vitamins which help vitalize your skin.
12. Eat foods that are rich in anti-oxidants like fruits, vegetables that help kick-start your immune system.
13. Remove makeup to maintain healthy skin. Use a skin cleanser to gently remove dirt, excess oil and makeup
14. Soak a towel in ice cold water and press it to your face; this constricts blood vessels and there’s less fluid accumulation.
15. Catch-up on some shut-eye. Sleep boosts the immune system and is the time your skin gets to regenerate
16. For your hair, make sure to use a mild shampoo and a good conditioner
17. Avoid hot dryers and in case you use hairsprays, glitter and other hair products make sure to wash off all the chemicals from your hair completely

Quick fixes (Recommended)

1. At Kaya Skin Clinic, we have a range of services like the Aqua Radiance and the Kaya Express Glow, for that instant party glow!
2. To get rid of tired eyes, opt for a dual eye mask.
3. Go for an age-miracle mask to fight dry skin and in case of pimples, apply benozyl peroxide ointment.

PARTY BEAUTY KIT from KAYA SKIN CLINIC

• Hydra Cleanse Make Up Remover
• Soothing Cleansing Gel
• Revitalizing Tonic
• Daily Moisturizing Sunscreen
• Anytime Moisturizing Cream

NAILED IT! 10 'Must Follow' Nail Care Tips ( By Dr. Sangeeta Almadi)

If caring for nails means a quick-fix manicure at your regular beauty parlour, think again. Repeated use of nail polish, acetone, nail biting and grimy nails, can destroy your nails. So much so, that people may not want to shake your hand! Follow these simple tips by Dr Sangeeta Amladi, Head Dermatologist, Kaya Skin Clinic and get your nails to shine.

1. Take care of your nails between salon visits.
2. File your nails regularly and always keep them smooth,
3. Apply hand cream frequently.
4. Don't overuse your nail-polish remover.
5. When you go for a manicure, ensure that all the instruments have been properly sterilized.
6. Don't push the cuticle back too far.
7. Keep your nails short if you use a computer keyboard every day.
8. Wear gloves to protect your nails while you are washing dishes or cleaning up the house.
9. Never use pointed metal items (safety pins) to clean your nails.
10. Don't use fingernails as tools to open cans, boxes or tins.

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