The haze season is back and apart from irritating our airways, the dust particles can also irritate our skin. The thought of having those pesky dust particles clogging up our skin sends shivers down our spines.
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How can we still look fabulous amidst the rising PSI? Here are some beauty tips to tide you through the haze period.
1. Cleanse your skin thoroughly
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With all the dust particles flying around in the air, it is almost common sense to give your face a good wash when you are home. Remove those irritating grime with a gentle cleanser. Double-cleansing recommended.
2. Use a serum with antioxidants
The haze increases the production of free radicals in the skin and that can cause premature aging. Use a serum with antioxidants to strengthen the skin and heal the skin damage. A powerful serum with antioxidants can also up the level of your skin defense when you are out and about.
3. Shield your skin with a moisturizer
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Apply a layer of moisturizer on your skin to let it act as a barrier to the haze. Furthermore, it is important to keep our skin hydrated during this haze period because dry skin exacerbates skin sensitivity.
4. Don't forget your sunscreen
The haze traps UV rays in the atmosphere and hence, UV exposure is higher during the haze period (and we already know the harmful effects of UV rays on our skin). Do not skip sun protection. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen to shield your skin from the harmful UV rays.
5. Wash your hair every day
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If you skip a hair wash here and there previously, we strongly advise you to make it a good habit to wash your hair every day during this period. The dust and the grime will land on your hair and scalp, and imagine them mixing together with your natural hair oils to clog up your hair follicles. Ewww.