Get an Amazing Nourishing Skincare Routine for Winter
Winter is almost here. The wind has become chillier, the sun more comfortable, and the nights long. The time for picnics, bonfire nights, snuggling in quilts has finally arrived. Winter brings with it a lot of pleasant experiences, but also brings skin dryness and itchiness, as there is less moisture content in the atmosphere. Our skin suddenly seems tight, dehydrated and flaky. The cold air robs your skin of its natural moisture, and can lead to severely dry skin, or eczema and psoriasis in extreme cases. Worried about skin dryness? How can you enjoy the winter without letting it play havoc with your skin? Here are some really effective tips to keep your skin moisturized this winter.
How can I change my skincare routine in winter?
With the nip in the air and the increasing lack of humidity, you will find that your regular skincare products are not really working any more. The moisturizer you use regularly isn’t really effective in the dry winter. After a bath, your skin feels taut and dry, more so if you have taken a hot shower. Even washing your face becomes an exercise in caution. You may need to change your skincare routine to focus on dry skin care. These tips will help: 1. Limit your hot baths and showers. Hot water strips your skin of all moisture, so though it feels very tempting to take a hot water shower, do not overdo it. Limit your bath time, and use lukewarm water. 2. Moisturize your skin immediately after you shower or wash your face. 3. A herbal, conditioning cleanser will be the best cleanser for dry skin. Look for soap free cleansers that are full of natural extracts like Cucumber and Calendula. 4. Drink plenty of water. You don’t feel thirsty so much in winter, so you don’t drink water often. But your body needs water even in winter. Drinking water keeps you hydrated. Drink fluids like herbal teas and vegetable juices and soups. 5. Pay attention to moisturizing your under eye skin area, as the skin is thinner here and is the first to show premature signs of aging. Hydrate it effectively. 6. Do not use face scrubs or exfoliating masks or peels in the dry weather. These suck moisture out as they are chemical based. The key to enjoying the winter chill is in keeping your skin protected and hydrated.
Which Moisturiser is best for winter? Switch to a natural face moisturizer for dry skin that is oil-based and will hydrate your skin. Take care to choose oils that do not clog skin pores (are non-comedogenic). Avocado, primrose, almond oils are beneficial.
You can also shop for humectant-based moisturizers. Humectants like Glycerin help in attracting moisture to the skin. Make sure your winter skincare routine includes the following skincare products 1. A mild cleanser that doesn’t over-dry the skin is a must in winter. Choose the best cleanser for dry skin that has Cucumber extracts and Glycerin, that has a non-drying formula to keep your skin moisturized. 2. A facial cream that provides lasting, round the clock moisturization to your skin is essential to keep away winter dryness. Glacial Glycoprotein is a natural skincare ingredient, known for thriving in extremely dry conditions. In this natural face moisturizer for dry skin, Glacial Glycoprotein is combined with Squalane - that wonder skin moisturizing oil derived from olives. It restores the skin’s moisture barrier, making it ideal for winter time. 3. A serum for dry skin that has Glycerin and Shiso Leaf extracts, is known to soften and smoothen skin remarkably. Applying a serum with this formula helps plump your skin with softness. Remember - excessive dryness also leads to premature aging signs like fine lines and wrinkles. This serum also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, while providing intense hydration to your skin.
4. Use the best under eye cream with Avocado extracts for moisturizing the most sensitive area of your face – the under eye skin. Filled with the most moisturizing of all fruit oils (Avocado oil), in combination with Vitamin A-rich Beta Carotene, and hydrating Shea Butter, this eye cream provides creamy hydration to your delicate under eye skin. It works even in the harshest of winters. Winter needs to be enjoyed as it is a fleeting season in our country. Don’t let skin dryness ruin your winter experience. With the dermatologist tested, proven effective skincare solutions from the house of Kiehl’s, tackle winter dryness head on, and glow with radiant skin. Get ready to welcome winter!