Revamp Your Winter Skincare Routine with These 5 Must-Have Additions

 

Winters can be worse for our skin as those cold, harsh winds and indoor heating not only rob the precious moisture from your skin but can cause dryness and irritation, too. Most of us are unsure how to maintain our skin's health, especially if it is dry and aging.

There is no escape from the wintery conditions outside or the indoor heat, so you must know what kind of skincare routine and products to follow. For example, investing in good quality moisturizers and an anti-aging face cream to protect the skin is a must. Thankfully, there are some effective ways to safeguard the skin from the chill and dryness of the winter.

Revamp your winter skincare routine with the following must-have additions if you are looking for a supple, radiant, and hydrated complexion.

A nourishing moisturizer with the right ingredients 
You will need some nourishing and intensifying moisturizers during the cold to keep the skin supple and hydrated. For example, hyaluronic acid and glycerin in moisturizers are effective as they are low-molecular-weight substances. Emollients are essential to fortify the skin's barrier and safeguard it from the cold winds. Occlusives, which are oils and waxes in moisturizer, prevent any water from escaping the skin.

• Tip:  Upgrade your moisturizer in winter and look for a more nourishing formula with ingredients like shea and glycerin to create a protective barrier.

Use a hydrating serum
As both inside and outside the house are  drier in winters, what your skin needs is a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid. The aim here is to protect the skin with a  powerful ingredient that can keep the skin well-hydrated and lock in the maximum amount of moisture. Use dermatologist-approved products and look for the most effective formulas to address your wintertime skin needs.

• Tip:  Add a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid in your daily skincare routine

Exfoliating treatment for the body
As cold weather conditions encourage the buildup of dead skin cells, your body and face start looking dull. It is essential to include an exfoliating treatment in your daily skincare routine and use a strong exfoliant to get rid of dead skin and cells from your body and face.

• Tip:  Shop for a chemical exfoliant with alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxy acids for effective exfoliation.

Intensive repair for hair
Make sure to pay attention to your hair during winter and focus just on your body and face. Include an overnight mask in your daily skincare routine for intensive care and repair of your hair. Cover your hair with a mask at night and let it work on the scalp and hair while you sleep to rejuvenate the hair and strengthen the roots. 

• Tip:  Look for aloe vera and chamomile masks and apply twice a week at night to help repair dry and dull hair.

 

Last but not least, remember to give your lips some love in the winter and keep them well hydrated with a lip balm with SPF. Follow the above tips to maintain smooth and glowing skin during winter and impress everybody with your radiant complexion.

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