Winters have just started off in India, the time to bring out your cold creams and warm clothes. Your skin and hair loses all it's natural essence during winter so it is not just wearing woolen cloths and having hot soups but it is equally important, especially in winters to take care of yourself. For many of us, the problem gets a little worse. The skin gets dry and results in flaking, cracking which eventually results major skin ailments such as eczema.

1. For soft skin: Keep some shea butter or jojoba oil handy to keep your hands soft and smooth, especially after you have worked with water.

2. For beautiful lips: Lips need a lot of care in the cold weather. Lysine is important to maintain soft lips. Look for lip balms that contain caster oil, olive oil and cocoa butter. Food like fish and eggs are good supplements of lysine.

3. For healthy locks: Nourish your hair with hot oil on a regular basis to prevent them from getting dry. Coconut oil is the best for the weather conditions here.

4. Shower friendly: Take warm showers. Hot showers might feel very good on a cold day but they leave the skin dry and flaky.

5. Moisturize: Moisturize your skin with a good moisturizer without fail. Apply moisturizer on your skin at least 30 minutes before you step out.