Your skin is the largest organ in your body and typically weighs around 4 kg. A healthy skin helps maintain your body temperature as well as protecting your internal organs from injury and infection.

Other than being uncomfortable and sore, dry skin is less effective at preventing bacteria enter the body and therefore fighting off infection. Well moisturised skin not only feels better but helps maintain overall good health.

How do I keep my skin healthy?

* Eat a balanced diet. Ensuring your body is getting the correct balance of nutrients helps maintain the skin
* Don’t smoke! Smoking is one of the worst things for skin health, as it deprives the skin of the nutrients and oxygen it needs to stay healthy. Smokers skin often looks dull and greyish.
* Protection in the sun. Natural sunlight helps stimulate Vitamin D production for healthy teeth and bones. However, too much sun can seriously damage your skin. The secret is understanding your skin type and exercising moderation in exposing your skin to the sun.
* Rest & Exercise. Getting the right amount of both will help reduce stress and maintain your skin.
* Moisturise dry skin. This helps the skin to not only feel good but also ensure it works effectively to ward off infection.