You need a special beauty routine to have glowing skin this winter. Say goodbye to dry skin, a red nose and chapped lips with a few beauty tips. Say hello to a radiant complexion, no matter how cold or windy it gets out there. Cold, dry air can leave your skin itchy, red, and irritated. Hence, combat dry winter skin with these tips for retaining your skin’s natural moisture.
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Gentle Cleansing
During the winter months, you need a soap-free, fragrance-free gentle cleanser. Avoid harsh ingredients that will damage your skin’s natural moisture barrier. Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle cleanser that won’t dry out your skin.
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Hot, but not too hot
A hot bath or shower is a great way to relax during the winter, but you should be careful because it can also eliminate the skin’s natural oils. Opt for warm water and, instead of rubbing your skin with a towel, gently dab it to prevent dehydration and irritation.
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Moisturize
The best time for your skin to absorb a moisturizer is right after your bath or shower. When choosing a product, look for ingredients that repair the skin’s lipid barrier to prevent dehydration.
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Serums are your friend
During the winter, we should apply a serum before reaching for our daily moisturizer. Serums contain a concentrated dose of active ingredients and are generally sold as a gel or gel-cream.
They’re designed to be applied as a moisturizer or a mask and are incredibly beneficial for your skin. They’ll give your skin the moisture it needs to look radiant.
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Dry yours tears
Your cornea is sensitive to temperatures. When it gets cold, your eyes secrete tears. This is bad news when you’re wearing eye makeup. To avoid looking like a raccoon when you get to work, switch your regular mascara for a waterproof formula. You’ll be thankful you did.
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Chapped lip
Lip balm is an essential tool in winter. As soon as you feel your lips getting dry, gently exfoliate them with a soft-bristle toothbrush or a washcloth. Then moisturize them with a balm or cream.
You should also avoid matte lipsticks, which have a texture that can become clumped on dry areas. So what should you choose? It is good to go for ultra-pigmented glosses to add a touch of colour to your makeup during the winter months.
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Antioxidants
Antioxidants neutralize free radicals that can contribute to skin aging. Tobacco, sun exposure, unhealthy lifestyle habits, stress and time are responsible for the proliferation of free radicals.
Our bodies already produce antioxidants but reinforcements can help your skin survive the winter. Many facial products contain antioxidants, including Jouviance’s Antioxidant Moisturizer. Its concentrated formula neutralizes oxidative stress.
- Protect your skin
You need to protect your skin from the cold wind or snow or rain if you are stepping out in winter. So, wear gloves and caps and do not forget your sunscreen lotion. The warm sun rays feel pleasant, but the UV rays can still damage your skin a lot. Choose a sunscreen that has titanium dioxide or zinc oxide.
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Take Care of Your Diet
Consume a lot of seasonal fruits and veggies. Berries are exceptional sources of vitamins and antioxidants that your skin needs to stay healthy during the cold weather. Strawberries, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, or cherries – pick anything you love. Also, if you think that you are missing out on the hydration part (limited water intake), you can cover that up with fruits, veggies, and other food items such as soups, salads, juices, and milk. In this way, your body will get the nutrients to keep the skin healthy.
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Exercise
It is hard to leave the warmth and coziness of the blanket behind and get moving on a chilly winter morning. But do it if you love your skin. Exercise will pump up your heart rate, which in turn, pumps more blood to your organs and skin.
During the winter, the oil and sweat glands in your body and the blood vessels constrict a bit. This makes it hard for your skin to keep itself healthy and glowing naturally, and that’s why it needs your help. These tips are not difficult to follow, and you can easily include them in your daily routine.
Ms Kalinga