As the air gets drier and temperatures fall, both the elderly and babies face a higher risk of skin discomfort.

History is full of strange, sometimes shocking beauty practices. From poisonous powders to radioactive creams, people have gone to extreme lengths to achieve society’s ideals of attractiveness.

The arrival of winter brings with it the inevitable cold, dry air and a muted landscape. While this seasonal shift is often welcomed, it simultaneously introduces challenges for our skin, which becomes dull, lifeless, and prone to various issues.

“My skin is already oily, I don’t need any moisturiser.” Sound familiar? Many people with oily skin believe adding more moisture will make things worse.

Dhaka’s residents now breathe some of the world’s most polluted air, with PM2.5 often in the “hazardous” range (AQI 150–200). Even outdoors before dawn, masks are advised.