Winter Skincare Tips

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Despite it feeling a little like Spring lately, the air is still dry, and our skin is still bearing the brunt of winter’s harsh conditions. The cooler weather, coupled with indoor heating, can strip away moisture, leaving our skin feeling dry, tight, and sometimes even irritated. To combat these seasonal challenges, it’s essential to adjust our skincare routines to provide extra hydration and protection. Let’s explore some tips and ingredients to keep your skin healthy, glowing, and resilient throughout the winter months.

You may want to start by switching to a thicker, cream-based moisturizer to provide extra hydration and protection against the cold and dry conditions. Creams or serums containing hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that draws moisture from the environment into your skin, are great for keeping skin hydrated and plump. Adding products with ceramides, which are lipids that help restore and maintain skin’s natural barrier, prevent moisture loss and protect against environmental damage, are an excellent addition to a winter skincare routine. Squalene is a lightweight oil that mimics the skin’s natural oils and helps to lock in moisture and smooth skin. It can be found as a standalone product or as an ingredient in creams. Niacinamide (also known as vitamin B3), found in serums and creams, helps to strengthen the skin barrier, improve moisture retention, and reduce inflammation. Beef tallow is hugely popular for dry skin as it is rich in fatty acids to nourish skin, has a similar composition to skins natural oils and improves the skin barrier.

To keep skin moist, you may want to avoid very hot showers, as it can strip your skin of natural oils; so, opt for warm showers instead. When washing your face, you may want to consider using a gentle hydrating cleanser such as a cream or oil-based product that won’t strip your skin of its natural oils. It may also be beneficial to reduce the amount of exfoliation in the winter to prevent irritation and dryness. Dry indoor air can be combatted by using a humidifier to maintain moisture levels in your home, while dry outdoor air can be combatted by using a thick barrier cream to protect skin from the elements. As we inch closer to Spring, adding sunscreen into your daily routine can help protect you from those sneaky harsh rays of sun.

Lastly, stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated from the inside out.