Keep your skin and hair protected from the effects of pollution

By Rajesh GroveNew Delhi, November 20, (IANSlife), Winter is here, and with it, dry, flaky hair.

Winters can be blamed for dry, flaky, damaged and frizzy hair.

Many factors can influence the health of our hair and skin, including the UV radiation from the sun, pollution from cities, and even pollution from other sources.Pollution is one of the biggest enemies to hair and skin.

Rising pollution levels are a result of established industries, vehicle emissions and cigarette smoking.Particulate matter (PM) is the most dangerous pollutants.

This includes poisonous gases like NO2, NO2, CO2, and CO2 "Exercises to toxic gases, smoke, dust and particulate matter can cause sensitive scalp syndrome.This is when particulate matter settles on hair shafts and the scalp.

Chemical damage can be caused by exposure to polluting chemicals.This can lead to hair protein degradation, damage to the hair cuticles and hydrophilic hair surface niche.

According to recent research, intense exposure to pollutants can also cause skin damage.It reduces stratum corneum quality (outer skin layer), increases dark spots and intensity wrinkles, as well as affecting the natural composition of sebum production.

The main causes of skin cancer are often linked to pollution, especially PM, VOCs (volatile organic compound) and PAHs.These facts alone are sufficient to show how harmful and damaging pollution can be for hair and skin.

To protect hair and skin against this enemy, we must take the necessary precautions.Below are some top pollution-related hair and skin care tips: Some Skin Care Tips It is vital to apply broad-spectrum sunscreen daily Broad-spectrum sunscreens with antioxidants are the best option to protect your skin from harmful pollutants.Broad-spectrum sunscreens provide protection for your skin against UVA, UVB and IR rays.

The sunscreens richness in antioxidants provides protection against pollution.You shouldnt use sunscreen on any day of the year.After returning to your home, you must wash your face.

Our skin is clean in the morning to keep it fresh, and in the evening, we cleanse our faces.This not only gives us freshness, but also provides us with a great deal of relief from pollutants, dust, and grime.

To deeply clean your skin of pollutant particles, use charcoal-based products or active ingredients such as vitamin C and retinol-based creams.This step should never be skipped, regardless of how tired or busy you may feel.This step is essential for healthy skin.

Night skin care therapy for your skin A good quality repair cream or serum is another thing to add in your night-skin care routine.For polluted skin, ferulic acids-based serums such as those containing vitamin C and retinol are the best.

They are high in antioxidants that help reduce free radicals and oxidative stress, as well as reduce skin-damage from pollutant exposure.Every week, try a detox at home.

This ultimate DIY detox facial pack is perfect for anyone who loves coffee or chocolate.This pack will require cocoa powder as well as ground coffee beans.

The best ingredients to clean the skin are these two.Make a paste by mixing the ingredients together with coconut oil and milk.Apply the paste to your skin.

Rinse your face with regular water after drying.After drying, apply a moisturizer.

How to Care for Your Hair When you are outside, cover your hair with a hat or cloth.Cover your hair whenever you are outside with a scarf or a cap to prevent pollutant contact.

This may prove to be the most effective option in winter.Make sure to use a hair serum.

Apply a hair protection serum to your hair before you go out if youre unable or unwilling to cover it.This serum forms a protective layer on your hair that protects it against toxic gasses and other pollutants.It gives your hair shine and protects it from heat and pollution.

Every two to three days, rinse your hair If you live near high levels of pollution, rinse your hair at least twice a week.This will remove all dirt and pollution from your hair and give you silky, healthy-looking, shiny locks.

Do your hair a keratin treatment or keratin masque Hair protein can be affected by pollutants.You can restore your hairs protein levels by going to a home keratin treatment using a high-quality hair mask.

You will need one tablespoon almond oil, one tablespoon honey and 1 egg yolk to do this.Apply the mixture to the hair and scalp.

Leave it on for around an hour, then shampoo your hair.These are some tips that can help you protect your hair and skin from the effects of pollution.

To revive your hair and skin from the inside, it is important to eat antioxidant-rich foods such as citrus fruits, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and cloves.(Mr.Rajesh Grover, Co-Founder, Derma Essentia) rajesh/t #effects #Delhi.