38 asiaSpa India January-February 2015 asiaSpa India January-February 2015 39A dry winter air can suck the life from your
skin. Spray an antioxidant-rich mist or apply
an antioxidant serum prior to applying
a good moisturiser to keep your skin
protected from unfavourable elements.It is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) most often
derived from sugar cane. A powerful exfoliant,
glycolic acid works by breaking down the
intercellular ‘glue’ that holds dead skin together,
revealing the smoother, brighter skin below.
Exfoliating with glycolic acid also helps to
stimulate collagen and elastin production for a
fi rmer, younger appearance.Benefi cial for your skin
and hair, especially in
winters, coconut oil can act
as a natural moisturiser,
makeup remover and hair
treating agent.When skin is looking dull,
sometimes you should faux the
glow. You can use an illuminating
cream along cheekbones to
highlight, or mix a small dot in
with your foundation for instant
luminosity all over.It is an ingredient used in personal care
products as an anti-foaming agent, skin
protectant, and skin and hair conditioner,
that makes products easily spreadable, so
one gets that feeling of a lotion or cream
gliding over the skin.Jojoba oil can take the place of fi ve
beauty products. This multitasker
moisturises skin, relaxes wrinkles,
treats stretch marks, conditions
hair and nails and balances out
oily complexions.It is good to have one and get more
moisture in the air, which helps
prevent your skin from drying out.These are products that help
to soften skin. They work by
increasing the ability of the skin
to hold water, providing the skin
with a layer of oil to prevent water
loss, while greasing the skin.It is the leading source of vitamin C
amongst fruits. Vitamin C provides
several benefi ts in keeping skin
young and vibrant. So gorge on this
wonderful fruit to reap its skin and
health benefi ts.Derived from fermented milk, this
alpha hydroxy acid exfoliates dead
skin cells and is gentle enough for
people with sensitive skin or rosacea.
Look out for this ingredient in your
body lotion.antioxidants
glycolic acid
coconut
illuminating cream
dimethicone
jojoba oil
humidifier
emolients
kiwi fruit
lactic acid
Known for its soothing properties, this
class of antioxidant phytochemicals
is especially abundant in deeply
pigmented fruits and vegetables,
along with coffee, nuts, and seeds.flavonoids
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An ingredient known for the cooling
effect, menthol can reduce redness and
increase circulation to invigorate dull,
tired complexions. Menthol can also be an
analgesic, local anesthetic, or decongestant.menthol
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Long steamy showers can deplete
moisture from your skin. Try a warm
and luxurious oil-infused bath by
using a good bath oil.bath oil
Say aloha to winter with cashmere and care. However, a little extra
awareness will go a long way to keep you in the pink of winter
glow. Dr Varun Katyal makes the task easy with the A to Z of itthe new it list in
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