SKINCARE TIPS FOR HARMATTAN SEASON

Hello everyone 👋👋👋 I trust y'all enjoying the festive period.It has been a long day for me doing various chores, nevertheless I decided to share my thoughts about "skincare tips for harmattan season".
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Harmattan is a season in west African country that occurs between November to march (there might be changes due to climatic change). It is majorly known by the cold dusty wind.This cold dusty wind can cause various effect like; crack lips, dry skin, cracked soles of the feet, cause cough & catarrh,skin allergies, skin rashes, eye irritation e.t.c . Harmattan is presently taking place in most part of Nigeria if not all, to prevent the above mentioned effects it is necessary to take care of the skin. Below are some skincare tips for harmattan season.

DRINK LOT OF WATER
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Harmattan leaves the skin dehydrated, drink lot of water to hydrate the skin. It is recommended you drink at least four liters of water per day. This will make the skin free from dryness.

USE MOISTURIZER HIGH IN NATURAL OILS
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Moisturizer help to moisten the skin and prevents it from dryness.For those who don't feel convenient using body cream I guess you have no choice this harmattan season.Get a moisturizer rich in natural oils like coconut oil,olive oil, Shea butter, cocoa butter e.t.c and moisturize the skin day and night,don't forget to apply enough quantity.

BATH WITH WARM WATER NOT HOT WATER
Bathing with hot water is a big mistake most people do, hot water get rids of the natural oil that keeps the skin moisturized, instead bath with warm/Lukewarm water during this season.

KEEP THE SCALP, LIPS, PALM AND FEET MOISTURIZED ALWAYS
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This is the most exposed part of the body which tends to dry out quickly. To prevent dryness in these areas ,keep it moisturized always. For the lips,use a non sticky lip balm.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT CLOTHING
Right clothing matters a lot during this season, put on more of clothes made of natural fibers like Cotton and silk. Avoid wool because it might cause skin irritations. Check weather forecast to know the weather prediction,this will help in your clothes selection.

WEAR FACE MASK
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Interestingly,using a stone to kill two birds. Face mask will help to prevent dust from entering the mouth & nostrils and also serve as COVID-19 protocol.

EAT MORE FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
fruits and vegetables is a basic skincare routine, it has lot of vitamins that nourish the skin. During this season eat more of watermelon, pineapple and cucumbers to keep the skin hydrated.
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