Diwali is over. Now it's time to get your skin back in shape with water, bath scrubs, night cream

Eight glasses of water can help get the glow back.

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Scrubbing helps exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate blood-circulation which gives a fresh look to the skin.
By Plabita Sharma

Diwali resonates with brightness, radiance and happiness all around. Just as we indulge in the cleaning of our house weeks ahead of Diwali, it becomes important to engage in the maintenance of skin after the festivity as well. Cleanliness is the first step to glowing and radiant skin.

The key to glowing skin

Keep dryness at bay this festive season by staying hydrated. Treat your skin with Vitamin E and essential oil-rich creams and oils for protection. Stick to 8-10 glasses of water as it's the best remedy for glowing skin.

Home remedies for the win
Follow your grandmother's recipe for a healthy scrub bath post-Diwali with a suitable scrub. Scrubbing helps exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate blood-circulation which gives a fresh look to the skin.

apply cream
Apply a nourishing night cream before going to bed.

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Quick tips to keep your skin glowing post Diwali
  • Drink lots of water to compensate for all the wine and cocktails that you may have consumed.
  • Replace unhealthy food with nutritious options like fruits, dry fruits, etc.
  • Apply a nourishing night cream before going to bed.
  • Apply an antioxidant cream like those enriched with vitamin C and E.
  • Wash your hair properly to get rid of mousse or other products used during Diwali.
  • Spend a few minutes for cardio exercises to compensate for binge-eating.

(Plabita Sharma is a Skincare Expert at The Body Shop India)

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The festive season is time to go all out with everything, right from buying the best of clothes, jewellery to using the period as an excuse to remodel the house.

The busy season can often cause one to lose track of time and miss out on taking care of their skin and body. Add to that all the sweets and binge-eating during the festivity, and it can be a recipe for disaster. Which is why it is important to invest time and care when it come to the skin. There is, after all, no better accessory than glowing skin.

Here are a few tips to help you keep your skin fresh during festivals:

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Festive season includes a lot of running around, right from the multiple shopping trips to ensuring that the décor is spot on. Amidst all of this, people often tend to forget to take care of themselves, especially their skin.

An old-age technique that is applicable even in today's modern age is hydration. It is one of the most-pivotal steps when it comes to skincare.

Drink plenty of water and other fluids to help the body nourish the skin. On the other hand you can also choose products with ingredients that relieve intense dryness and restore skin’s natural barrier against moisture loss.

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Another key step in maintaining healthy skin is regularly washing your face and exfoliating it with the right products.

Exfoliating can be done twice a week, and will help to keep the skin clean.

Another key step in maintaining healthy skin is regularly washing your face and exfoliating it with the right products.Exfoliating can be done twice a week, and will help to keep the skin clean.

Maintain a daily cleansing, toning and moisturising (CTM) schedule to keep your skin looking fresh.

Use products with hyaluronic acid to help to boost the skin's hydration level and lock it in. This will make skin refreshingly clean and supple.

Dressing up during the festive season also includes an increased usage of makeup. It is hence very important to follow the CTM ritual, and ensure that you remove all makeup before hitting the bed. Don’t wash your face directly, instead, invest in a good makeup remover that will gently and effectively remove all traces of dirt, oil and make-up within seconds.

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The festive season means a wide spread of food and sweets that tempt one to indulge their tastebuds. Cutting down on the scrumptious festive meals can be a difficult task, but you can slowly start by balancing your meals. The first step towards this is to introduce some healthy elements into each meal.

It is important to strike a chord between delicious and healthy. Have a handful of nuts, more of leafy vegetables, clear butter and dairy. Addition of fresh fruits will also help maintain your skin healthy.

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With all the late nights and early mornings during festivals, sleep is frequently compromised. The reason behind several lifestyle issues is poor sleep quality.

A solid seven to eight hours of sleep every night is a must for a healthy body. A healthy body will in return nourish the skin and provide the much-needed glow.


(Text: Neutrogena India)

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(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this column are that of the writer. The facts and opinions expressed here do not reflect the views of www.economictimes.com.)
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