Winter Skin Care: Embrace the Season with Radiant Skin
When Jack Frost starts nipping at your nose and the wind's got a bit of a bite, your skin might feel like it's been through a snowstorm, and maybe it has! With freezing temps and dry air, your skin can turn into a flaky, tight mess. But don't panic! Just tweak your skincare routine to cozy up to the season, and you can keep that glow going strong all winter. Here’s how to keep your skin as radiant as a snow angel!
Hydration is Key
Old Man Winter likes to suck the moisture out of the air, so make sure your skincare game is all about hydration!
Moisturize More: Opt for a heavier, cream-based moisturizer to lock in hydration. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides that help to draw moisture into the skin and strengthen the skin barrier.
Humidify the Air: Using a humidifier in your home can add moisture back into the air, which benefits your skin and helps prevent dryness.
Drink Water: Staying hydrated from the inside out is just as important. Make sure you're drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
Gentle Cleansing
Switching to a gentler cleanser during winter can prevent your skin from becoming too dry.
Choose Cream Cleansers: Cream or milk-based cleansers are less likely to strip the skin of its natural oils compared to foaming cleansers.
Limit Hot Showers: While a hot shower may be tempting, try to keep the water lukewarm and showers short to avoid stripping your skin of essential oils.
Exfoliate Wisely
Exfoliation is important for removing dead skin cells, but overdoing it can lead to irritation, especially in winter.
Opt for Gentle Exfoliants: Use a gentle exfoliant once or twice a week to keep your skin smooth without causing dryness or irritation.
Avoid Harsh Scrubs: Instead, consider enzyme-based exfoliants or those with lactic acid which can be more gentle on winter skin.
Protect Your Skin
Even in winter, your skin can be exposed to harmful UV rays.
Use Sunscreen Daily: UV rays can penetrate clouds and still cause damage. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every day.
Shield from Wind: Protect your skin from harsh winds by wearing scarves, hats, and gloves when venturing outdoors.
Nourish from Within
Your diet plays a role in maintaining healthy skin.
Eat Skin-Boosting Foods: Incorporate omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins found in foods like salmon, walnuts, berries, and leafy greens.
Consider Supplements: Vitamin D and fish oil supplements can support skin health, especially during months with less sunlight.
Special Winter Treatment Recommendations from the experts:
1. The Hot Cocoa Hydration facial- uses a cocoa enzyme mask that smells like yummy chocolate to gently remove dead skin cells leaving you with a smooth surface and a marshmallow whip hydrating mask to lock in hydration. This treatment is PERFECT for winter skin.
2. Microdermabrasion facials as well to combat the effects of cold weather.
Both of these treatments promote cell turnover and allow moisturizers to penetrate more effectively. Both are gentle and leave your skin smoother, brighter, and more hydrated.
Consider indulging in these specific skincare treatments to give your skin an extra boost.
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Amondola Milk Cleanser
Aquaporin Hydrating Cream
Hydralox Facial Oil
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*** PRO TIP from LaShonda for combatting cracked, dry winter skin on hands, feet, legs and all over your body: Combine refined coconut oil and Vaseline post shower, rub into wet skin and pat dry. This will act as a moisturizer and sealant to keep it locked in. Stay healthy, stay gorgeous!
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