Easy hacks to keep your elbows and knees hydrated in winter

New Delhi: Winters are here and so are the problems related to health and skin it brings. Winters are for chilly and cold mornings and evenings, days to enjoy hot summer outside, with a cup of hot cocoa in the evening. However, with cosines and warmth also comes many skin-related issues, dryness being then number one. Every one or the other person faces problems of dryness on the skin such as elbows and knees.

These parts are more prone to dryness due to the thicker skin and frequent friction. Worrying about how to keep it nourished and moisturised in winter? Here is a detailed guide to achieving healthy and nourished skin throughout winter.

Tips to protect elbows and knees

Follow these easy and simple tips and get the desired results.

1. Moisturise

Use thick, hydrating cream or lotion with lots of cocoa butter, shea butter and ceramides. Apply it post-bath on your skin to lock nutrients.

2. Exfoliate

Dead skin cells accumulate on our elbows and skin leading to rough patches. Using a gentle scrubber, once a week can easily rub off dead and dry skin, and provide natural exfoliation with ingredients like sugar with oatmeal.

3. Hydration

Dry skin is not only due to external problems but can be a result of dehydration too. Drinking plenty of water during winter is also crucial to protect your skin and provide hydration.

Adding foods like cucumbers, oranges, and tomatoes is a must.

4. Using natural oils

Natural oils are a great source of nourishment that can be easily used on the skin. Coconut oil, almond oil, or olive oil can be massaged onto your elbows and knees to restore their softness.

5. Protect skin

Exposure to cold air can worsen dryness, so protecting your skin is crucial. Wear clothes made from soft, breathable fabrics like cotton to prevent irritation.

6. DIY Home masks

Masks such as:

• Banana and Honey Mask: Mash a ripe banana and mix it with a tablespoon of honey. Apply it to your elbows and knees, leave it on for 20 minutes, and rinse off.
• Aloe Vera Gel: Apply fresh aloe vera gel to soothe and moisturise dry patches.

By following these simple yet effective tips and remedies, you can ensure that your elbows and knees can be protected easily during winter.