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Mon Nov 18 2024 13:42 Last update: Mon Nov 18 2024 13:53
Winter brings festive cheer with hot chocolate, soft blankets and a misty breeze to boost your mood. Nevertheless, your skin tells a different story when you look in the mirror. Rashes, itching, dryness and cracked areas are some of the skin problems that can arise during this season. Luckily, all it takes to look and feel your best is the right skin care regimen!
Cleaner
A cleanser is the first step in any good skincare routine. In winter these should nourish the skin instead of drying it out. Look for one that is free of sulfates and phthalates.
If your skin is very dry, try using a milk or cream formula and wash your face with warm water instead of hot water. The latter can aggravate your skin and dry it out further.
Wash your face with lukewarm water after gently massaging the facial cleanser into your skin for 60 seconds. But be careful! You should not wash your face too often or for too long.
Moisturizer
Moisturizers are essential all year round, but are especially crucial for skin health in the winter. In addition to repairing damaged cells and preventing them from losing moisture, a moisturizer can protect your skin from the harsh winter winds.
Looking for a moisturizer that is thick and creamy. These can include humectants such as coconut milk and hyaluronic acid.
These moisturizers are designed to protect the skin from drying out by creating a physical barrier with their thicker composition. In addition, they support the outer layer of the skin, which helps retain moisture.
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Photo: Collected / Tijana Drndarski / Unsplash
Body lotions
Cocoa butter deeply hydrates the skin, leaving it smooth and supple. Thanks to its thick texture, it works wonders to retain moisture in the skin in winter. Shea butter, like cocoa butter, also attracts moisture and helps soothe very dry skin.
In winter, areas of the body that are prone to particularly dry and rough skin, such as the elbows, knees and heels, are perfect choices for using cocoa butter and shea butter.
After showering, use a lotion with cocoa butter and shea butter to hydrate the skin. Massage in circular motions to hydrate and give the feeling of nourished, healthy-looking skin.
Lip balm
Every season, but especially in winter, you should shower your lips with love. Lip balm should be your first stop when planning winter lip care.
To relieve dryness and chapped lips, look for a therapeutic balm infused with antibacterial tea tree oil or a balm that uses all-natural components like aloe, jojoba oil and vitamin E.
Using moisturizing lip balm several times a day provides a nourishing therapy. After you get out of bed in the morning and before you go out, these are two of the best times to apply lip balm.
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