WINTERIZE YOUR SKIN

WRITER: RUTH ANN BYRD

The skin is your body’s largest organ, providing a barrier against extreme climate, water loss, pollution and pathogens.

Maintaining healthy skin is necessary for the health of your entire body and requires both internal and external care. This means proper diet, nutrition and hormone balance, as well as application of topical products such as exfoliants, antioxidants and hydrators.

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Here are a few tips to keep your skin looking soft and dewy all winter long:

For Internal Skin Care

DRINK LOTS OF WATER.

The average person needs a minimum of 8–10 glasses per day. This can include fruit and vegetable juices and herbal teas. High-caffeine drinks and alcohol should be limited as they can be dehydrating.

EAT AT LEAST FIVE SERVINGS OF FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES DAILY. Preferably organic and raw.

TAKE A DAILY MULTIPLE VITAMIN WITH ANTIOXIDANTS. Consult with a nutritionist for advice.

GET PLENTY OF ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS. These are found in flaxseed, walnuts, sesame seeds, avocado and green leafy vegetables.

SUBSTITUTE FISH (salmon, tuna) for beef and pork.

For External Skin Care

AVOID OVERHEATING YOUR HOME AND WORKPLACE. This can overdry the air and your skin.

USE AN EXFOLIATING CLOTH OR BODY BRUSH. This gently buffs away dead skin cells from your face and body. Sugar and salt scrubs can be helpful, too, especially on the heels, knees and elbows.

RETHINK YOUR WINTER SKIN ROUTINE. You generally require a heavier moisturizer in dry, cool weather. Serums and moisturizers containing hyaluronic and lactic acids will smooth, plump and moisturize dry skin.

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