We deal with it every winter – the temperature drops, the air outside is drier, we spend more time inside in spaces filled with dry heat – and our skin suffers. As our largest organ, our skin gives us a lot of trouble every winter so we thought we would share a few tips on how to help winterize your skin and make life just a little more comfortable every day.
Careful not to over-exfoliate – Exfoliating too much can damage your skin’s barrier layer and negatively impact its main way of protecting against the harsh winter elements and maintaining proper hydration. Exfoliants like Vitamin C, acids (AHA, BHA, etc.), and retinol should only be used 3-4 times per week and you should make sure to stick with one type in your skin care routine.
Try a honey mask – Delicious and effective. After you wash your face, spread a very thin layer of high-quality honey and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then wash it off with just warm water and apply your face lotion. You will love how soft and hydrated this will make your skin feel.
Apply moisturizer to damp skin – Not wet skin, so make sure to lightly towel off after you get out of the shower. When you apply moisturizer to damp skin, you will seal in moisture to help keep your skin hydrated throughout the day and night.