Hi everyone,
If you live in India, you know how bad the level of air pollution has been for a very long time. But if you live in Delhi and the neighboring states, you know very well how bad the situation has gotten in the last one week. With thick smog and low visibility, there?s no denying that each one of us is breathing in a dangerous amount of toxic air all the time. While that takes a toll on our bodies and makes us susceptible to some terrible diseases, it is also harming our hair and skin in very apparent ways.

The pollution in the air strips our skin of moisture and makes it look dull and dry. It also makes our skin very prone to premature ageing.
The situation will probably take some time to be under control again, but here are some tips that help you stay safe during these abysmal conditions. 1. Stay indoors as much as you can: This is not the time for you to take in any ?fresh? air. Stay protected against these pollutants as much as you can. If you are used to exercising in the outdoors, I would suggest that you take up some indoor exercises for a while.

2. Keep your skin clean: If you do happen to remain outside for a sustained period of time, make sure that you come back home and thoroughly cleanse your skin. It?s best to use an oil-based cleanser or a cleanser that does not strip your skin of its natural oils. Air pollution is quite dehydrating for the skin, so you want to make sure you?re using a gentle cleanser.
3. Use a deep-cleansing mask: A deep cleansi...