Winter skin care: Keep your skin in top shape through the cold, dry winter

Introduction

Winter can be a tough season for your skin, but you don't have to let it rob you of your natural glow. Here are some tips for keeping your face in tip-top shape during the cold winter months:

If you're lucky enough to spend the winter months in a warm, dry climate, you probably don't have to switch up your skin care routine. But if you live somewhere that's cold and snowy (or even if you're just traveling there), this is the time of year when skin issues like dryness, itchiness, and broken capillaries strike.

If you're lucky enough to spend the winter months in a warm, dry climate, you probably don't have to switch up your skin care routine. But if you live somewhere that's cold and snowy (or even if you're just traveling there), this is the time of year when skin issues like dryness, itchiness, and broken capillaries strike.

If it's true that water is life—and we all know it is—then we need to drink at least 8 glasses per day! Skin needs moisture in order for it to function properly; however, too much moisture can contribute to breakouts as well as cause flaking or peeling around the eye area (which could lead to irritation).

To ensure your face stays hydrated while avoiding any issues with clogged pores:

• Don't forget about exfoliating! Make sure not only that you cleanse but also exfoliate regularly; this will help remove dead cells from underneath your surface layer so they don't build up over time—and cause breakouts later down the line.* Use sunscreen every day before leaving home; even if there aren't any clouds outside today (because who wants those?), apply SPF 15 sunscreen before going out into nature!

Keep showers short

• Keep showers short and sweet. Don't linger in the shower, and use lukewarm water instead of hot (which can dry out your skin). Also avoid scrubbing hard or making this a reason to skip washing your face!

• Use a mild soap—not one with harsh chemicals—and moisturize afterward with either a body wash or lotion. If you have sensitive skin, stick with products free from fragrance or irritants like alcohols; if not, go ahead and choose whatever makes you feel good!

• Don't make this an excuse not to wash your face (even though it's wintertime). Wash twice per day if needed: once in the morning after waking up; once again before bedtime at night.* Avoid irritation by keeping moisturizer nearby at all times during both warm-weather months as well as cold-weather conditions such as snowfall outside.* Rinse off well after each washing cycle so that residue remains behind for future use.* Use distilled water whenever possible since many contaminants such as pesticides can build up over time on surfaces within homes where people live together without proper ventilation systems installed within rooms where these pollutants might accumulate throughout their lives without being detected until later stages when symptoms appear suddenly without any warning signs beforehand."

Wash your face gently

• Use a gentle cleanser. You don't want to scrub your face, so choose a gentle cleanser that won't strip the natural oils from your skin.

• Avoid exfoliating. Exfoliating can cause irritation and redness for some people, especially during cold weather months when their skin is more prone to dryness or flakiness due to wind-chapped cheeks and lips. If you do choose to exfoliate in the wintertime (which we think is totally fine), use something like glycolic acid or beta hydroxy acid (BHA) products instead of abrasive scrubs or peels—they'll be gentler on sensitive areas like the under-eye area and nose!

• Use a soft washcloth instead of tissues if possible; these tend not only make cleaning up easier but also help reduce environmental pollutants such as dyes/paints used in household items such as clothing/textiles which may contain harmful chemicals not found naturally occurring within plants themselves but rather manmade concoctions made by humans who have no idea what effect those substances might have upon living beings over time--and even now we're still discovering new dangers lurking behind every corner just waiting for someone foolish enough ignore warnings issued decades ago."

Use a humidifier

• Use a humidifier. Using a humidifier can help prevent dry skin, especially during the winter months when we're exposed to less humidity in the air. A good rule of thumb: if you live in a cold climate, consider investing in an ultrasonic humidifier that runs on electricity or propane gas. This type of unit produces more than 1 pint per day of misty goodness and works best with cool-humidifying settings at 50% relative humidity (RH).

• Use an electronic filter for your main source of water. If you're not ready to splurge on an extra purchase but still want some added benefit from your air-cleansing machine, try getting one with an electronic filter designed specifically for homes with pets—these types of filters are generally cheaper than their chemical counterparts and have been shown to work just as well at removing mold spores from indoor environments without creating any harmful byproducts or irritants like chlorine dioxide.*

Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!

You don't have to be a dermatologist to know that your skin is at its most vulnerable during the winter season. The cold, dry air can cause dryness and irritation, so it's important to take extra care of your body when the weather is less than ideal.

To help keep moisture in check:

• Apply moisturizer directly onto all areas of your body—face, neck and hands as well as arms—to prevent chapped lips or cracked heels from forming. If you're using an SPF-containing lotion or cream with an SPF level higher than 15 (like Clinique's Super Cream), apply this treatment after cleansing but before putting on any clothing; otherwise it may absorb into the fabric instead of actually providing protection against UV rays (which are most harmful during midday hours).

Drink water

• Drink water.

• Drink water to hydrate the skin, flush toxins out of the body, keep your face glowing and give it a boost.

• Drink water daily for clear skin that doesn't have any dark circles or dry patches.

Winter doesn't have to be the season of bad skin.

Winter skin care is important. It's not just something you ignore and hope the winter goes away, or that it'll be over before you have to worry about your face again. Winter skin care isn't a luxury—it's an essential part of staying healthy in an environment where temperatures can drop as low as -25 degrees Celsius (-13 Fahrenheit). The cold air makes us all more susceptible to dryness, chapping, and flaking; when we're spending most of our time indoors with no trees nearby for natural moisturizing oils (or even worse: a heat lamp), these problems are magnified by tenfold!

That said, there are plenty of ways to keep your face looking great during this time—and they don't require buying expensive products from high-end brands! We've put together some simple tips that anyone can do at home so you don't have to spend money on fancy creams or treatments when there are things like regular moisturizer/sunblock/moisturizer/anti-aging serum etcetera available right inside your kitchen pantry...

Conclusion

The best way to keep your skin healthy during the winter is to be prepared. If you're currently experiencing any of the issues mentioned above, it's important to start with a visit to your dermatologist. Having a professional diagnose and treat any issues will help ensure that they don't become worse or cause any permanent damage. And if you don't have access to one nearby, consider contacting an aesthetician who can help address the problem at hand.