Happily, there are many ways to combat the causes of dry skin and keep yourself and your skin moist in this season. With this, you can enjoy winter wonderlands and bonfires. Just avoid hot showers because that strips the natural oil from your skin. Rather use lukewarm water for bathing.

Listing my top 10 essential skincare products you need to retain that moisture and get soft, supple skin.

1. BIOTIQUE Carrot Seed Oil

After Bath Body Oil

This after-bath oil is blended with pure carrot seed, almond and groundnut oil, mixed with walnut and Mustard oil. It keeps skin soft, supple and free from dry skin and wrinkles. Leaves your body skin lustrous and younger looking. Carrot seed oil fights common skin bacteria, blocks sunlight and gives even skin tone.

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2.  Zayn & Myza Tea tree & Salicylic acid foaming facewash

This is pure love for acne-prone skin. It reduces acne & pimples and controls excess oil. Contains the goodness of aloe vera that hydrates and softens skin & Neem extract that prevent acne-causing bacteria from infecting pores. They claim to be alcohol-free, 100% vegetarian, have no skin irritants, no animal ingredients and are dermatologically tested. Easy to use packaging, comes with a brush attached to the bottle for gentle cleansing.

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3.  Nivea Shea Smooth Body Milk

This is the deep moisture serum you can’t do without in winter. This body milk by Nivea is best for dry skin and keeps the skin hydrated for the whole day. Use it all over your body to keep your skin healthy and soft. This has the goodness of shea butter which gets absorbed into your skin and gives silky smooth skin that you feel to touch again and again.

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4.   Ponds Superlight Gel

This super light gel is best for acne-prone skin and is infused with the goodness of hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and glycerine. This absorbs faster than regular creams and gives 24 hours moisture lock. Ponds super light gel leaves your skin soft with water fresh-like glow.  It’s very affordable, good quality and good for every season.

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5.   Zayn & Myza- Iceland Aqua Bomb Moisturiser

This Korean product is a bomb in a jar for your skin! Made with Glacial Natural Spring Water found in Olfus Spring in Iceland, this lightweight formula naturally hydrates your skin from within. Its quick-absorbing, non-sticky formula contains 8 types of Hyaluronic Acid of different molecular weights that penetrate the skin to infuse and lock in moisture. This gives a natural dewy glow to your skin.

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6.  Love Earth Vitamin C Sunscreen SPF 50

Vitamin C sunscreen SPF 50 from Love Earth is a matte finish that protects you from any kind of sunburn. It feels like a primer and also evens out the complexion and improves skin luminosity. This can be used on all skin types and with all age groups. Vitamin C sunscreens have been proven to protect well against UVA rays as they tend to be more effective at neutralizing free radical damage from sun exposure.

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7.  Vit C 10% Face Serum by Minimalist

This is a magical glow booster for your skin. This serum ensures high delivery of vit C directly into your skin. Vit C reduces melanin production resulting in glowing skin. This serum is suitable for all skin types. With anti-inflammatory Centella water, it is suitable for even sensitive skin. It is beginner friendly formula. This serum is made with a stable Vitamin C derivative, 10% Ethyl Ascorbic Acid that is closest to pure Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) in molecular size and weight. This helps in delivering maximum benefits of vit C without getting losing efficiency till the last drop. Don’t forget to top it up with moisturiser and sunscreen.

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8.  Niacinamide 10% From The Ordinary

This is a water-based serum that boosts skin brightness, improves skin smoothness and reinforces the skin barrier over time. It has Niacinamide 10% + zinc 1% which helps in reducing the appearance of acne as well as diminishing fine lines, and wrinkles, minimizing pores and fading dark spots with long usage. You can use this in your AM and PM routine. Top it up with a good moisturizer.

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9.  Retinol Face Serum from The Derma Co

Retinol increases skin cell production. Retinol also exfoliates your skin and increases collagen production, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, giving your skin a fresher, plump appearance. And Retinol face serum by Derma Co does the same for you.  0.3% Retinol Serum is beginner-friendly, together, Retinol and Vitamin C help refine skin texture, alter aged cells, and enhance skin radiance for younger-looking spotless skin. People with oily and normal skin can use it. It is to be used in PM (night time) followed up by good moisturiser.

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10.  Salicylic Acid Face Serum from The Derma Co

2% salicylic acid face serum has witch hazel and willow bark which can be used day and night time. Salicylic Acid is to be used when you have active acne or acne marks. People with acne-prone skin, dry or oily skin doesn’t matter tend to get acne even in winter too. This is your best investment to tackle those tiny bumps on your face. It unclogs pores, removes blackheads, and whiteheads. This allows it to easily penetrate deep within pores and clear sebum clogs that also cause acne.

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The best is to incorporate products with ingredients like Vitamin E, Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, essential oils and retinol for skin that helps moisturise the skin and helps in retaining natural moisture. Don’t forget to moisturise your lips with Vaseline petroleum jelly to protect your lips from harsh weather.

Happy Skin = Happy You.

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Bhishma Pitamah in Mahabharat made only one mistake in his life i.e. not being aggressive when Dropadi was abused which gave him the bed of arrows and when died whereas Jatayu in Ramayan did one good thing in his life was tried to save Sita, which gave him the lap of supreme soul when died.

It is utmost important to learn when to be aggressive and when not. As the morning
mist covers the sunlight, Anger clouds the Intellect and people are more likely to
make mistakes and regret later when clouds disappear.

In chapter 6 verse 63 Shrimad Bhagvatgeeta says;
क्रोधाद्भवति सम्मोह: सम्मोहात्स्मृतितवभ्रम: |
स्मृतिभ्रंशाद् बुद्धिनाशो बुद्धिनाशात्प्रणश्यति || 63||
krodhād bhavati sammohaḥ sammohāt smṛiti-vibhramaḥ
smṛiti-bhranśhād buddhi-nāśho buddhi-nāśhāt praṇaśhyati

From anger delusion arises and from delusion bewilderment of memory. The person then
forgets what is right and what is wrong, and flows along with the surge of emotions. The
downward descent continues from there, and bewilderment of memory results in destruction
of the intellect. And since the intellect is the internal guide, when it gets destroyed, one is
ruined.
The Aggressive behavior leads nowhere and is just a home for various physical and
mental disorders known as Adhi and Vyadhi in Yogic texts.
There are various yoga practice that helps to cope up with aggressive behavior. In
this article we are going to learn some of them to calm down your mind and create
a state of peace in your life.

BREATH IS THE KEY
Your breath owns your emotions and your emotions owns your breath. If you know
how to control your breath, you know how to be calm and quite and tackle the
situation. There are two things to be practiced most importantly when you are willing
to change this aggressive lifestyle:
 Being aware when anger hits.
 Practicing pranayama daily to have good mental health.

1. Being aware when anger hits
Let us start small by just being aware, but aware of what? of your breath, as when
you feel angry or anxious or stressed right away start observing your breath and feel
the pattern you are breathing in ; change the pattern if the breath is uneven or fast
make it slow by taking 10-15 deep breaths and Boom, your emotions are in control
and you are nomore an angry bird and are more responsive than before, you can now
opt for correct decisions and thus inviting abundance of happiness. Start practicing
this, hold on to take deep breaths whenever negative emotions trigger.

2. Practicing pranayama daily to maintain good mental health
Pranayama practice on a regular basis can help you a lot in this journey, one of the
best practice can be Anulom Vilom Pranayama. Anulom Vilom also known as
alternate nostril breathing, is been scientifically proven to activate the
parasympathetic nervous system and thus giving a calm and peaceful mind. To
practice anulom vilom:

 Adopt a comfortable pose either with crossed legs, or padmasana or even can
sit on chair.
 Now take your right hand make the Pranav mudra i.e. roll first two fingers
and put at the root of thumb, use your thumb and last two fingers for the
pranayama.
 Exhale out the breath now close your right nostril with thumb, inhale through
left nostril, close your left nostril with last two fingers and exhale through
right nostril .
 Again inhale through right nostril and exhale through left, this completes one
round.
 Repeat the process atleast for 30 rounds at a time.
Anulom vilom gives incredible results, highly recommended to practice in morning
in an open environment.
“when we can lay down our fear and anger and choose response over aggression ,
we welcome prosperity, happiness and peace in our lives.

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So, here are 10 easy yoga asanas for daily workouts and their benefits:

1. SUKHASANA (THE EASY SITTING POSE): The Sukhasana is very easy to perform for people of all ages.

BENEFITS:

(a) It helps to reduce stress and anxiety.

(b) It improves focus and helps in being attentive.

(c) It strengthens the back muscles and improves body posture.

(d) It’s a relaxation therapy.

(e) It lengthens the spine and back muscles

2. CHAKRAVAKASANA (CAT-COW POISE): Chakravakasana may be done as a part of a warm up sequence, a relaxation sequence, or as an exercise to prevent back pain.

BENEFITS:

(a) Sorts out weakness in upper body

(b) Treats lower back pain

(c) Provides relief from stress

(d) Arthritis or stiffness of the hips and spine

(e) Improves breathing capacity

3. VRKSHASANA (THE TREE POSE): Vrkshasana is a Sanskrit term that combines the words Vriksha and Asana. Vriksha stands for tree, while Asana stands for posture.

BENEFITS:

(a) It strengthens the legs, and opens the hips

(b) It improves your neuromuscular coordination

(c) It helps with balance and increases the power of toleration

(d) It improves alertness and concentration

(e) It may help those who suffer from sciatica (nerve pain in the leg)

4. ADHO MUKHA SVANASANA (DOWNWARD FACING DOG POSE): Adho Mukha Svanasana is a resting inversion pose that builds upper body strength and increases flexibility.

BENEFITS:

(a) Strengthening of the bones and, thus preventing osteoporosis.

(b) Improved flexibility through the hips, back, arms and legs.

(c) Strengthening of the wrists, arms, legs and shoulders.

(d) Straightening and lengthening of the spine.

(e) Stress relief, insomnia and headaches by improved blood flow.

5. BALASANA (CHILD’S POSE): Balasasna is a great way to take a break and relax during your yoga practice, or anytime you feel tired. While bowing one’s forehead to the floor can often indicate surrender or weakness in the West, it is a dignified act of humility.

BENEFITS:

(a) Helps alleviate stress and anxiety

(b) Flexes the body’s internal organs and keeps them supple

(c) It stretches muscles, tendons and ligaments in the knee

(d) It gently stretches the hips, thighs and ankles

(e) Encourages strong and steady breathing

(f) Normalizes circulation throughout the body.

6. EK PADA RAJAKAPOTASANA (THE PIGEON POSE): Ek Pada Rajakapotasana is a strong hip opener that improves flexibility throughout the body and prepares the yogi for more challenging poses in the king pigeon series.

BENEFITS:

(a) Opens the hip joint

(b) Helps with urinary disorder

(c) Stimulates the internal organs

(d) Increases hip flexibility

(e) Improves posture, alignment, and overall suppleness

(f) Diminishes lower back pain and stiffness.

7. TADASANA (MOUNTAIN POSE): Tadasana centers your body and mind, which helps create a calm sense of inner peace. Standing in strong, steady, and centered in Tadasana helps to improve posture, alignment, and balance.

BENEFITS:

(a) Stimulates the Muladhara Chakra and therefore balances the functioning of large intestines and adrenals

(b) Increases strength, power and mobility in your feet, ankle, thigh and hips

(c) Strengthens the tendons and the ligaments of the feet (helping to reduce the effects of flat feet)

(d) Improves harmony between the right and lewft side of your body

(e) Activates and rejuvenates your entire body

(f) Improves overall posture.

8. VIPARITA KARINI (LEG UP THE WALL POSE): Viparita Karini is a restorative yoga posture that allows the mind and body to relax, relieving stress and tension. It is one of the most approachable yoga poses as it doesn’t require much flexibility or strength. Even though it is a passive pose, its benefits are amazing.

BENEFITS:

(a) Regulates blood flow

(b) Alleviates menstrual cramps

(c) Improves digestion

(d) Restores tired feet or legs

(e) Relieves swollen ankles and varicose veins.

9. VIRABHADRASANA 1 (WARRIOR 1): Virabhadrasana 1 is a standing yoga pose that helps build focus, power and stability.

BENEFITS:

(a) Strengthens your shoulders, arms, legs, ankles and back

(b) Opens yours hips, chest and lungs

(c) Improves focus, balance and stability

(d) Encourages good circulation and respiration

(e) Stretches your arms, legs, shoulders, neck, belly, groins and ankles

(f) Energizes the entire body.

10. VIRABHADRASANA 1 (WARRIOR 1): Virabhadrasana 1 is a standing yoga pose that helps build focus, power and stability.

BENEFITS:

(a) Strengthens your shoulders, arms, legs, ankles and back.

(b) Opens yours hips, chest and lungs.

(c) Improves focus, balance and stability.

(d) Encourages good circulation and respiration.

(e) Stretches your arms, legs, shoulders, neck, belly, groins and ankles.

(f) Energizes the entire body.

Inputs by- Rashee

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Constant struggles with mental health can make it difficult for any new mother to tend to their own as well as their child’s needs. Besides the pain and trauma associated with childbirth, new mothers also must deal with challenges related to new responsibilities and expectations from their immediate and extended families. Further, new mothers’ bodies go through intense hormonal changes, which make it difficult to keep emotions in check, which is why they need to be given sufficient time to adjust, recover, and recuperate. Add to this if the new-born baby has any problem at birth or needs to be shifted to the ICU for better care, it is an additional cause of stress and anxiety for the mother. 

The pandemic further complicated the anxiety and stress women go through during pregnancy and childbirth. It created a vicious circle, where many women had to go for check-ups and ultrasounds without the support of their partners and families due to COVID related protocol. However, it is critical to understand that with time everything falls into place and by asking for help, women can truly make motherhood and pregnancy a memorable period in their life.

 Below are a few ways in which families and caregivers can help make the pregnancy journey in a woman’s life a little less stressful and a whole lot happier.

Support from immediate families: 

Although we live in nuclear families, it is essential to have a team that includes parents, in-laws and siblings who can rally around the new mother to encourage them in the pregnancy journey. It is critical to work as a team so that it becomes easier to tide over the difficult moments and provide the new mother with the resources and strength, she needs to tackle any issue. 

Every pregnancy and post delivery period will have its ups and downs. Whether it is irregular sleep patterns or ailments like fever and cough in babies or mothers experiencing bleeding after delivering, vaginal discharges and pain, with constant support and care from the immediate families, recovery will be a smooth process if everyone works and supports each other like a close-knit team.

It is a good idea to communicate and split responsibilities between the couple before the birth so that new mothers also get time to relax and sleep. Also, don’t hesitate to ask for help from extended family and friends, as everyone knows it takes a village to raise a child.

Have a good diet and stay active: A good diet is essential for a new mother as she needs to recover the strength and stamina that she would have lost at childbirth. Make sure the meals cooked are fresh, well-balanced, and nutritious. Also, since the baby is completely dependent on breast milk, the mother must have a healthy diet.

Further, while we understand that taking care of a new-born baby is a 24/7 task, it is crucial to take a break for at least 20-30 minutes every day so the mother can focus on her own health and well-being. During this time, the mother should focus on simple exercises and do things that she loves, like reading, mediation or listening to calming music. Stress-free alone time can go a long way in helping a new mother heal and, at the same time, reduce her stress and anxiety.

 Speak to an expert: Today, people are more aware of mental health issues, including postpartum depression, than a decade ago. So, if you face any problems related to mental health, you must seek help from your immediate family and medical experts if required. Some common signs of mental illness can include a lack of bonding with the baby, sudden outbursts of emotions, lack of hunger/sleep and fatigue. If you feel that you are unhappy for long durations and without any specific reason, seek medical attention as it will help you cope in a more healthily and effective manner.

Also, if you have a new mother in your family, make sure they are well looked after both emotionally and physically. More importantly, if you notice any signs and symptoms of them being depressed or anxious, make sure you speak to them or a doctor if required.

In conclusion, if you are a new mother and struggling with your emotions, figure out what you need, seek support, and find strategies that will empower your emotional and physical well-being. And never forget that you are a survivor and are capable of overcoming every challenge that this journey might entail.

Authored by Dr Sonal Kumta, Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Fortis Hospital Mulund

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The collection includes a variety of products that will promote skin health and youthfulness. It will help to improve the clarity and softness of the skin by hydrating and nourishing the skin. By trying the Deyga product you will absolutely love the result on your skin and hair.

Ms. Arthi Raguram, Founder, Deyga Organics says, “Skin and hair require extra care with the changing seasons. Many bad skin and hair problems arise due to climate change. It is extremely important to consider your skin/hair behavior every time the weather changes. We at Deyga Organics have compiled a list of essential products that are a must during the change of seasons. Our creations are crafted from freshly selected ingredients without any harsh chemicals. We always ensure that our process from packaging to sourcing of ingredients is sustainable and ethical.”

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