Produced by: Manoj Kumar
When air quality tanks, your skin becomes the first victim. Dermatologists warn that the invisible mix of PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, and winter dryness accelerates aging faster than UV rays. Find out how to armor your face against the season’s toxic fog.
Your skin’s natural defense isn’t invincible. Constant exposure to urban grime weakens its lipid layer, letting pollutants seep in. The fix? Ceramides, peptides, and a clever layering ritual that scientists swear by.
Soap isn’t the solution—it’s the saboteur. Experts say sulfate-heavy cleansers strip away protection, making pollution damage worse. Discover the oil-water duo that detoxes without destroying.
That gritty scrub may feel satisfying—but it’s tearing your face apart. Dermatologists now say micro-tears from harsh exfoliants leave your skin defenceless. Learn the science behind chemical exfoliants that work smarter, not harsher.
Vitamin C isn’t just for your immune system. Antioxidant serums rich in C, E, and green tea extract create a microscopic shield against oxidative stress. One drop could mean the difference between glow and grey.
Smog robs your skin of hydration molecule by molecule. Moisturisers with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide don’t just soothe—they act as a pollution barrier, locking in radiance where dust can’t reach.
Think pollution only hurts outdoors? Dermatologists say UV and smog particles bounce off walls, screens, and glass—aging you indoors. The secret weapon: anti-pollution SPF formulas with zinc oxide and antioxidants.
While you sleep, your skin fights its hardest battle. Retinol, vitamin E, and detox masks with charcoal or seaweed help purge pollutants lodged deep within pores. The night shift your skin deserves.
Your skincare routine starts on your plate. Nutritionists say antioxidants in berries, citrus, and spinach act like an internal filter, flushing toxins before they surface. Hydration, not hype, fuels the glow.