India, Dec. 13 -- The winter season brings in a host of skin complaints, like tightness, itchiness, flakiness, and even cracks from low humidity, indoor heaters, and biting winds. These factors deplete your skin's natural oils, compromising its lipid barrier and increasing the risk of infection. For Indian skin, pollution and fluctuating temperatures exacerbate this, leading to dullness and premature ageing.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Namita Chopade, MBBS, MD (Skin), Dermatologist, Trichologist, and Cosmetologist based in Nashik, Maharashtra, shares how a preventive approach combined with a targeted skincare routine can help safeguard and maintain healthy, glowing skin.

Dr Namita suggests the following measures to preserve an...