On a parched winter afternoon, reconfiguring your detailed lifestyle habits and home care routine.
It's 1:37 PM, just as I'm starting to feel drowsy after lunch, but when I get back to my desk, I can't find my lip balm. My lips are getting parched, and with every whirring of the heater, it feels like my skin is losing moisture. In this weather, no matter how well you take care of your skin, it quickly returns to its original state. So, I've been reflecting on my daily routine and analytically re-designing my home care routine. I've realized that skin concerns ultimately stem from the smallest habits in our daily lives. The key to my home care routine is environmental control. I've found that I need to keep indoor humidity above 50% and even hang up wet towels in areas where a humidifier isn't available. I also diligently follow a study that found that applying moisturizer within three minutes of washing my face can dramatically reduce moisture loss. After about a month of this systematic home care routine, my skin definitely feels more supple. Home care isn't just about layering on quality cosmetics. I believe its true value is realized only when supported by careful adjustments to daily habits. I'm curious to know how you're all relieving the dryness this afternoon. It may seem trivial, but it's a time to remind yourself that consistency is the key.