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Does anyone else suffer from cold hands all winter long, or have you been invited to a winter wedding and are dreading putting a thick shawl or coat over your beautiful saree or lehenga? A well-chosen style can become boring. Don't worry because there is a simple and effective solution to these winter challenges: warming lotion. There are also balms and creams that are designed to provide immediate warmth to the skin. Whether you don't feel like going out on a chilly evening or want a discreet way to stay warm at a formal event, warming lotions can help. Just apply a small amount of it to your skin and it will warm up even when the nail is extremely cold. These warming lotions can look like regular creams until they are applied. They create a feeling of warmth and certain parts of the body begin to feel warm. These are particularly suitable for cold-sensitive areas of the body such as hands and feet, where warmth is needed most.
Are you also wondering why these creams warm the skin, the main ingredients in this case are menthol and capsaicin? Warming creams contain special ingredients such as hot pepper extract, menthol or special essential oils that cause a feeling of heat on the skin. These materials improve blood circulation in the stressed area and provide a feeling of warmth. These lotions basically stimulate your skin's sensory receptors and create a warming effect. The active ingredients include capsaicin, menthol and camphor. These interact with nerve endings in the skin and trigger a thermal reaction. Capsaicin increases blood flow to the area of application, resulting in warmth. Menthol initially produces a cooling effect, which can then be followed by a warming effect. It helps relax muscles, relieve tension and keeps you comfortable in cold temperatures. Warming lotions are popular in Europe and America and are also available from Indian brands. Parineeti Chopra-backed skincare brand Clensta offers products in this category. It uses ingredients like ginger oil and vanilla butyl ether to provide a warming effect.
According to dermatologists, these creams are mostly harmless, but a patch test is always recommended. Additionally, these creams can cause irritation, redness, and discomfort, so people with sensitive skin, existing skin conditions, or allergies should exercise caution. In general, most people shouldn't worry if winter heat creams are used correctly, but you should always be careful. These usually contain capsaicin or menthol, which can make the skin feel warm. It can cause irritation and allergic reactions on sensitive skin. A patch test should be performed before full use. Use with caution on injured or irritated skin. Read the ingredients and buy from a reputable brand. Always read the package carefully, use the recommended amount and avoid overdosing.
Winter warming creams can provide temporary relief and comfort during the cold season. However, these creams can cause irritation, redness and discomfort, so people with sensitive skin, existing skin conditions or allergies should exercise caution. If burning, itching or redness persists, it is recommended to stop using the product immediately. If you have an allergy problem, contact your dermatologist immediately.
