Extreme cold even though we feel like it’s normal for us since we live in quite frigid areas is bad for your skin and the skin being rich in moisture, it can freeze and crack leading to the condition known as frostbite. Frostbite has the skin and in too extreme situations, even the underlying muscles freezing, effectively killing them resulting in a very painful medical condition. Keep skin covered and if possible, stay indoors and avoid exposure in the first place. Anybody who has had frostbite knows the pain it can cause and the loss of skin that can result. The blackened skin is in fact dead and will have to be taken out to allow healthy skin to grow back if possible. If damage goes in too deep that the re-generative tissue is damaged itself, all damaged tissue is removed to prevent gangrene or tissue rot wherein dead tissue decays releasing toxins into the body as it does. Read more

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When temperatures drop it affects our skin. We have to take in consideration a few things during the frosty months. Keeping your face protected by always using moisturizers, especially if you have dry skin. Don’t forget the rest of your skin and use body washes instead of harsh soaps. Use lukewarm water and keep hot water off your face and body. Apply moisturizer after showering, while you skin is still damp.The snow has an added ability to damage our skin by reflecting UV rays. Outdoor sports like skiing and snowboarding are fun but remember to wear a SPF of 15 or more. Even your eyes should be protected, so wear sunglasses.

Do you know how Hollywood celebrities maintain their beautiful skin and keeping it soft, smooth and manageable?

The answer: Moisturizer!

Moisturizing must be a daily habit in any season whether that is winter, spring, summer or fall. When you get up in the morning, apply moisturizer all over your body. If you are using facial or body moisturizers, it is advisable that you use the thick ones on winter season. Keeping a lotion on your bag or on your purse is also a must so you can apply it anytime, anywhere.

So if you want to have a celebrity-like skin even on winter days, all you have to do is moisturize.

Have you seen your mom wear face packs at night? Have you tried using one?

Face packs, especially those which are made up of fruits rich in vitamins and H20 really contribute a lot in the healing of dry skin. The most recommended fruits to be used are banana, papaya and peach. For glowing effect, you can use mashed avocado. After applying face packs, it is advisable that you apply moisturizer or mild lotion after to be able to retain the moisture of the skin. You must take note that you must use oil-based lotions during winter. Apply it in a circular manner.

Did you know that the presence of Vitamins A, B and E on your diet contributes a lot on the inner glow of your skin?

The most helpful food in improving the moisture of the skin on winter is vegetables that are green and leafy. The intake of water must also be increased to be able to fill out the required dosage of fluids on your body. You must also consider drinking fruit juices daily a habit since it helps in making your skin soft. Avoid drinking beverages that has strong caffeine ingredient on it such as coffees and sodas.

You have to hand it to some people who pay much attention to their skin. A lot of them can be pretty much deceiving. We see a lot of them today such as actors and actresses. One good actress who has deceived many is Catherine Zeta-Jones. She is practically in the prime of her life and yet she looks as if she is still a lady out of college.

Proper skin care comes in all sorts and sizes. They follow a certain nutritional diet and apply various creams normally of herbal origins. Specialists can guide you but the hard part is trying to follow their instructions. So with that in mind, you just have to take your hats off to the people who have strictly dedicated themselves to looking beautiful and young.

Supplement your skin by taking flaxseed oil every day.  It might not be the best tasting stuff in the world but this is a very effective moisturizer for your body that you can only take orally. Besides that, it also has many health benefits because it’s very rich in fatty acids.  Refrigerated flaxseed oil has a more mild, fresh taste than warm oil.  If you don’t like the idea of swallowing one or two tablespoons of the oil every day, you can also buy it in capsule form.  Most health food stores and whole foods stores have both kinds.  Make sure you ask your doctor’s advice before you take any food supplments, especially if you are pregnant.