Scrub it off

Soft and supple

Moisturising your skin is a vital step, especially as you grow older. Notice small dry patches forming on your skin? These indicate a lack of moisture and shouldn’t be ignored. Restrict your showers to 10-15 minutes as the more time spent bathing, the more your skin is getting dehydrated. Hot water especially is responsible for this. Apply a body lotion or even a light oil like almond or olive, which easily absorbs in the skin after showering.

Pamper your body

Once every two months, it’s good to indulge yourself in spa treatments. Skin softening body wraps are a great way to keep your skin moist. You can also go in for an oil massage that will not only moisturise the skin but also relax you. Using a steam can also help to get rid of the oils and dirt trapped in the skin. Ask your beauty specialist to recommend a treatment for your skin type.

Sun safe

Before stepping out for the day it’s important to slather on some sunscreen. No matter whether you’re headed to the beach or just to the store around the corner, the harsh sun rays can damage your skin drastically. Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 15 before heading out. This will help prevent unsightly sun spots, freckles and wrinkles from forming and protect the skin from cancer.

Keep a check

Everyday take a look at your body in the mirror and lookout for marks or lines. Dark patches can form in certain areas like the knees and elbows, which are most neglected. Ensure that you apply a whitening cream or bleach in those areas and keep it clean and smooth. You don’t want it to ruin your entire look.

Source: Bombay Times