STRONG winds from the Sahara Desert have been predicted, not leaving out neighboring countries. Only few days ago, a child walking along the streets was thrilled to see the winds dust gathering up at quick speed, together with wraps, suspended in the air, and swirling movements, which he described as dancing wind.Dancing wind reminds us of weather change and the emergence of Christmas.Dryness, dust and heat are other things that come with Harmattan. Chapped lips, cracked skin or brittle hair at this time of the year commonly occur and doesn't necessarily indicate a need to change your soap or visit to the dermatologist.Maintain luster and protect the skin from the elements of the weather.Hydration of skin is closely tied to creaming your skin, which should be given reasonable attention.Idle creaming of obviousa body parts maybe of the hands, feet and face. Yes, you can get away with these during the rainy season or at other times of the year. Only a few people are blessed with normal skin type, contrary to popular knowledge.Harmattan requires creaming up the skin in general a bit, like a ritual. If not, you would find your skin whitening, which could be embarrassing.In addition, dry skin tends to be generally discomforting and itchy.Adding a bit of oil to your lotion might be all you need to maintain that glow. Lip balm helps to prevent cracked and chapped lips.Drinking lots of fluids, especially water, remains helpful, both to the skin, in maintaining hydration, and for many other reasons.Up to eight glasses of water a day makes good amount of daily fluid intake.Winter is fiercest between November and March, at which time temperatures plunge and it becomes bitterly cold, recording as low as minus 20 to six degrees.Harmattan corresponds with this time of the year and predicted temperatures come close to that in the temperate region, even as low as three degrees centigrade, making it really cold.Children, elderly, terminally ill, sickle-cell individuals and chronically ill patients are vulnerable groups.Our region, characterised by beautiful sunshine, doesn't lose its glow amidst the cold Sahara winds of the Harmattan.Special attention should be given to dressing during the day to keep cold out, as it is easy to downplay the effect of the cold amidst the sunshine.Our children' warmth takes uppermost priority over fashion trends. So, doubling the number of layers worn, such that one can be taken off when the temperatures begin to rise as the day progresses, is a good idea.Harmattan haze could be liked, with the fog events causing decreased visibility, though less severe. But visibility improves as the day progresses, making travel safer at this time.Crossing highways must be completely avoided, as on-coming vehicles are unable to attain full vision, despite the use of headlamps, once the fog appears.The eyes, face, hands, feet and skin are worst hit by the weather. Sunshades are not always worn for fashion. In fact, this item seems to find use during most seasons of the year.Apart from protecting from ultraviolent rays during summer, it should be worn this season, as it could prevent dust and other particles from getting in the eyes and causing eye problems.During this time, mosquitoes are not as obvious, but they don't disappear. It becomes easy to slip on our commitment in keeping the environment clean, while using barrier protection from mosquitoes and other strategies for preventing malaria.Whilst we expect lots of travel at this time of the year to meet loved ones, consider the safety of other motorists, as it is a time of decreased visibility.Cover up all the way through the journey, including your hair, to keep out the dust and prevent dryness.Drink lots of fluid on the journey to get you safely home for the celebrations.
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