Don't be a Winter Weather Skin Care Slacker

Posted: January 18th, 2019

Winter can be a harsh month on the skin. With the cold, the winter winds, and your skin's drop in hydration, it can be difficult to put together a routine that works. If you're in need of some serious skin care this winter, check out the following four tips: 

1. Never Forget to Moisturize

Moisturizing in the coldest months is the key to good winter skin care. Once humidity and the temperature drops, you'll need to amp up the moisture in your skin to ensure you stay hydrated. Ask an esthetician for their opinion on the best product to use in the winter, and they'll suggest lotions, creams, and washes that are incredibly hydrating. This will help to ensure your healthy skin stays supple and moist as the winter winds start to blow. 

2. Keep Applying Sunscreen

Many people are under the impression that with summer gone, sunscreen is no longer a concern. However, just because the season has changed doesn't mean your daily skin care regimen should. You should be applying the same amount of sunscreen as you do in the hottest months. This will keep your skin properly protected from the UV rays as the sun still shines, even in the winter. 

3. Exfoliate Away

Exfoliation should be an all-weather skin care routine. While the cold of the winter often scares people away from sloughing off their dead skin, it shouldn't. In the winter, skin cells often dehydrate faster than at any other time. This means it's even more important to ensure that your new and healthier cells have the chance to breathe. 

4. Make Time for Facials

The winter is the perfect time for a facial. The ingredients in your facial will help to reset your skin, improve circulation, and restore moisture to your face. These benefits are perfect any other time of the year but are incredibly important in winter.  Your skin deserves to look and feel its best, no matter the season. Keep these tips in mind as you put together your beauty routine this winter.