Advice from the Skin Pros- 5 Ways to Combat Winter Skin
Advice from the Skin Pros- 5 Ways to Combat Winter Skin
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Buy a humidifier:
Although we love feeling warm and toasty indoors while it is snowing outdoors… it is important to remember heating systems dry out our skin. Adding a humidifier will increase moisture in our skin and improve dry skin and conditions that are associated with it, such as eczema.
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SPF it up:
Snow or Shineà don’t forget to apply daily SPF to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the UVA and UVB sunrays. It will protect you from wrinkles, sun damage, and future skin cancers.
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Moisturize regularly:
Switch from your light moisturizers to heavier creams for the winter. With colder weather, your skin needs more moisture than warmer months. For a free consultation on switching your skin care regimen to winter friendly options, email us today at [email protected].
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Drink water:
Drinking water regularly is healthy for our bodies- inside and out. Maintaining hydration will improve the appearance of your skin by giving it a natural glow.
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Rethink your shower time:
Warm, 10 minute showers are the key to preventing dry skin in the winter months. Moisture damp skin post shower. Using products like cetaphil and cerave on our bodies is a great option. For facial product options, please come in for our free skin care analysis and consultation to see what products are appropriate for your skin!
Contact us at [email protected] today for more information.