Dhaka is now one of the unhealthiest cities in the world. The dust and sand around us make our body and skin and our hair lifeless. From premature ageing to hair loss, dry skin, clogged pores and acne on the skin - all of this is due to excess dust and sand. However, Sharmin Kochi, the owner of Bindiya Exclusive Beauty Parlor, said you can also protect your skin and hair from dust and sand by following some habits and home remedies.
Dust and sand can cause itching and dandruff on the scalp. Dust mixes with the skin's sebum; that is, natural oils and sweat. This leads to bacterial infections, which can cause itching, discomfort and dandruff. Dust absorbs moisture from the hair, making the hair dry and rough. Sharmin Kochi says that if exposed to dust for a long time,
the hair structure becomes weak, and even the natural colour of the hair changes. Dust and sand create a kind of coating on the hair, making the hair look rough,
lifeless and dull. Even after washing, the hair can lose its natural shine. In addition, the harmful elements in dust clog the hair follicles of the scalp,
which hinders the normal growth of hair. Therefore, it can also cause excessive hair loss. In the long run, it makes the hair thin.
How dust damages the skin
Dust in the air makes the skin dull and dirty, losing its radiance. Dust accumulates on the skin and mixes with sweat and oil, clogging the pores. As a result, blackheads,
whiteheads and acne appear. These are especially common in oily skin. Sharmin Kochi said that dust and dirt in the air can bring the appearance of ageing to the skin. The pollutants and free radicals in it break down the skin's collagen and elastin,
which causes wrinkles and sagging skin. The skin looks much older than its normal age. On the other hand, dust absorbs moisture from the skin, causing the skin to become dry, rough and lifeless. For those with sensitive skin, dust can cause rashes and inflammation.
What to do to protect your hair from dust
Cover your hair.
When going out, cover your hair as much as possible with a scarf or hat. This will prevent your hair from coming into contact with dust and will also reduce damage.
Wash your hair regularly.
Those who have to travel outside regularly for work often have more dust on their hair. Sharmin Kochi advised them to wash their hair every day. However, in this case, using a mild shampoo will not cause the hair to become excessively dry.
Deep conditioning
Don't forget to apply conditioner to your hair after using shampoo. You can also use hair serum along with conditioner to retain moisture in your hair.
Reduce heat styling
When straightening or curling your hair artificially, try using natural methods instead of heat. Because using too much heat on your hair damages it more. Dust is more harmful to this type of hair.
Use a homemade pack
You can use various protein packs to maintain the health of your hair. For example, mix egg yolk, and sour curd with market-made protein pack dust and use it on your hair. You can use it twice a week. However, henna or mehndi packs should not be applied to rebonded hair, said Sharmin Kochi.
What to do to keep your skin healthy
Wash your face 2 to 3 times a day: Wash your face with a face wash two to three times a day to remove dirt and excess oil. If washing your face repeatedly causes your skin to become dry, use a serum and moisturizer.
Use toner.
Toner is a great way to unclog pores and keep your skin fresh. Use toner after washing your face, but it's not essential.
Apply sunscreen.
Sunscreen protects the skin from the harmful rays of the sun. Sunscreen also protects against dust. However, if you feel oily after using it, you can apply some translucent face powder, the dust will not settle on the skin, and it will be good.
Scrub regularly.
You can use a gentle scrub on your face once a week to remove dead skin and dirt, which will help your skin regain its glow.
Keep skin moisturized.
After washing your face, maintain skin moisture by using a light or heavy moisturizer depending on the season.
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