Taking extra precautions for your skin’s health in summer is well-known and valid because of the extreme heat, humidity and its harmful effects. However, it is just as important to customise your skin care with changing weather, especially in winters. No matter what your skin type is, be careful about the winters chills this festive season. Here are a few tips on how you can best care for your skin in winters.
1. Moisturiser is your best friend:
Winter winds can make your skin itchy and dry. It is important that you use products which keep your skin hydrated and healthy. For this purpose, a moisturiser is your best friend, as it can lock in your natural moisture and keep your skin supple and soft. You should pick a moisturiser that contains glycerine and glycolic acid to create a barrier for your skin during the harsh winters. Make sure to include a moisturiser in your night-time skincare routine as well.
2. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
If you thought sunscreens were only needed for harmful summer rays then you are mistaken. Winter sun can also be harmful for your skin and damage it. Sunscreen has a lot of benefits and should be included in your routine in every weather. For the winter season, your sunscreen or skincare products should have SPF 15 or more to maintain good health of your skin.
3. Avoid very hot showers:
It might be very tempting and relaxing to take very hot and long showers or baths during cold, biting winters. But beware, such long exposure to extreme temperatures can strip you off of your skin’s natural barrier. You don’t want to dry out your skin in the process. Instead, take a lukewarm bath, gently pat your skin, put on a moisturiser, and use vitamin C face serum to protect your skin further. Be sure to use the serum at the right time and in the correct way.
4. Cleanse the skin moderately:
It is good to cleanse your skin regularly but avoid the temptation to overdo it. Your skin in winter will already get dry and itchy and you don’t want to further abrupt your skin barrier by cleansing it too much. Just how you use hair serums moderately on your hair, cleansing the skin should be done in a moderate amount as well. Your skin in winter is sensitive and prone to irritation, make sure that you are not triggering these effects further.
Winters can be cruel, but your skin need not feel their wrath. By taking the right steps, moisturising regularly, applying sunscreen, being careful about hot showers, and over-cleansing your skin, you can maintain your skin health effectively. Apart from taking these steps, be sure to drink enough water, follow a healthy diet and take your health supplements on time. Winter brings with itself a festive vibe, so be yourself and make your skin festive-ready for these winters!