India, Dec. 30 -- Taking care of our skin and hair is a full-time job, especially in a world where pollution levels are always on the rise.

While there are steps to take to protect ourselves before stepping outside, staying at home is not completely risk-free, according to Dr Surbhi Balani, a board-certified dermatologist and cosmetologist based in Ahmedabad.

Taking to Instagram on 21 December, Dr Balani stated that our home environment "quietly affects" our skin and hair far more than any products that we may use. Even while appearing harmless, they can trigger acne, dermatitis, dullness, as well as hair fall.

To avoid such consequences, she provided a checklist of nine things to completely avoid while staying indoors.

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