Winter And Woes Of The Skin

It is high time that we pay attention to the largest organ in the human body

- Smitha Verma

It is that time of the year again when the skin starts getting flaky and dryness leads to itchiness. Dermatologists will ask you to keep your skin hydrated, beauty experts may extol the virtues of a good moisturiser, and your grandmother may divulge a few kitchen secrets.

The largest external organ in the body is, by far, the most important as well. “Humidity level drops during winters making the air dry, which in turn results in sucking the moisture out of the skin. This leads to dryness and flakiness,” says Dr Jangid, dermatologist and hair transplant surgeon.

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The skin’s top layer has natural oils, which reduces during cold weather. Room heaters and hot water baths further make our skin dry. And with age, dryness escalates. Studies have shown that skin troubles like eczema or psoriasis flare up during winter. There are instances in which people face skin cracking due to harsh winds and dry indoor heat.