4 Skin Care Tips To Keep Fasting

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JAKARTA - Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection in which people fast from dusk to dawn without eating or drinking. This unconsciously affects the skin and appearance. Fasting for hours can cause dehydration, extreme drought, and dull skin.

In an interview with Dr. Surbhi Deshpande, a Skin Specialist at Zynova Shalby Hospital in Mumbai, cited from the Hindustan Times, Thursday, March 6, explaining, "This is because during fasting the body prioritizes vital functions over skin hydration. Significant changes in eating and sleeping patterns during Ramadan can cause acne and increased skin sensitivity. Applying a balanced skin care routine during Ramadan can help you keep the skin serialized and hydrated throughout this holy month."

To prevent dehydration, Dr Deshpande shared 4 tips on skin care during Ramadan below;

Make sure you drink enough water when suhoor and also open. This can help you stay hydrated from the inside so that the skin is maintained fresh and moist. In addition to water, you can also eat other hydrating foods such as cucumbers and watermelons.

Applying thick moisturizers to the skin while fasting can help maintain moisture. Choose a light moisturizer but very hydrating. Applying it after cleansing the face can help prevent the skin from getting very dry. The moisturizer you use must contain ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycerin to maintain skin moisture throughout the day. If you are not sure which moisturizer is suitable, consider consulting a dermatologist. Doctors can help suggest moisturizing better while considering skin types, textures, and your skin care needs.

Smooth and soft skin around the eyes and lips can become sensitive, rough, and dry during fasting. People are advised not to ignore the routine of lip and eye care. Use an eye cream that routines for the eyes and lip moisturizers hydrate to prevent lips from breaking or fine lines arise. Avoid lip or eye care products with the content of hard chemicals because it can make skin excited and sensitive.

Using a face mask with hydrating benefits before bed can help maintain skin moisture. Use a face mask with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, ceramide, aloe vera, honey, and coconut oil. This can help restore moisture loss from the skin while keeping the skin soft, hydrated, and chewy.