The Cold Weather

This is probably coming late considering the fact that we are deep in the harmattan season already.
For the purpose of non-Nigerians (or Africans) who may be reading this,Harmattan is the winter we have here,without the snow. It usually starts in November and ends in january except for states like plateau,their hamattan season extends up to February or even march(based on my experience).
Some states have harsher cold than others,states like Lagos(west) do not experience the extreme cold like other states especially the north and the east (again I write from my experience).
This is the season of cracked lips,dry skin,dry hair,that cool nose breath,general cold,some may add apollo eye infection (haven't seen that in a while though).
We need to take care of ourselves during this period,both internally and externally.
First,and most importantly,we should drink a lot of water this period to stay hydrated at all times,take a lot of fruits and vegetables also.
I don't have to say this because its the first thing we do when we feel the cold,cover your skin,wear longer sleeves and wrap yourself up with thick fabrics to keep you warm. Always and always moisturize naturally. By this I mean you should totally avoid all products with alcohol for both your skin(including make-up) and hair. Rub natural butters and oils like shea and cocoa butter(my fave) and coconut,olive and castor oil.
DO NOT shower with hot water,its tempting,I know but avoid it. What it does is take out the moisture in your skin and leave it dry.
For my cracked lips,I use my faithful shea butter,you can also use the famous petroleum jelly.
For those who get the apollo eye infection,first,i'm sorry because that thing hurts,always wash your hands and avoid picking and scratching(this also goes to everyone),wash your face with clean water and topically apply antibiotic like Chloramphenicol,mainly to prevent bacterial infection that would worsen it. You must have heard of using your urine,I don't think its medically approved but I know it does work.
Merry Merry Christmas And A Happy New Year.