4 Ways to Keep Healthy Skin During the Winter

Even though we have the ability to make the winter season warm and cozy, the cold weather can cause a lot of discomfort to our skin. During the winter, cold weather brings levels of low humidity in the air causing the air to be dry, which can suck the moisture from our skin and cause cracks, irritation, dryness, and discomfort without proper care. It’s time to recognize the possibilities of what can happen to our skin during this time, and what we can do to protect it.

Humidity is Your Friend: 

Since the cold weather is drawing moisture from the air, you may want to invest in a humidifier. A humidifier will play a big part in your winter skin care routine by adding moisture back into the dry air and keep your skin hydrated. According to Vicks, humidifiers allow you to control the environment of your home. If you increase the moisture in your air to an optimal humidity level (40-60%), your skin will absorb hydration, relieving dry skin in a natural way. Try keeping a humidifier in your bedroom to have going throughout the night while your skin goes through the natural healing process. Be sure to clean your humidifier at least once a week!

Continue to Use Sunscreen: 

Sunscreen can commonly be mistaken as a summer only solution. However, it is important to incorporate sunscreen into your winter skin care routine as well. Even though the sun isn’t nearly as hot during the winter months, the sun, combined with the glare from the snow, can seriously damage your skin. The Ozone layer becomes thinner during the winter causing less protection from the sun. Though the winter is colder, there’s a possibility that your skin is absorbing more ultraviolet rays. Be sure to apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before you go outside to the areas of skin that may still be exposed after bundling up, and don’t forget to reapply!

Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize:  

Moisturizing is an absolute must to your winter skin care. Whether you have dry, oily, or combination skin, winter’s dry and cold air is bound to take a toll. The best time to add moisturizer is right after you shower. After a shower, your skin will be the most hydrated, so immediately lock in the hydration and apply moisturizer immediately after drying off. But it doesn’t stop at your face; make sure you're moisturizing those hands too. Éclatant offers a wide selection of organic and clean moisturizers that are good for the skin inside and out no matter what season.

Change up Your Routine for the Season: 

Your winter skin care routine needs to differ from your usual routine. A lot of products contain alcohol and can dry out your skin even further. The AAD highly recommends you stop using products that contain alcohol and fragrances when your skin is dry and itchy in order to help your skin retain its natural oils. Be sure to keep exfoliating at a minimum, use clay masks sparingly, and pay attention to what soaps you’re using because they may cause further dryness.

When it comes to your lips, stay away from those products that may cause a tingling or stinging sensation and instead, apply a moisturizing balm or petroleum jelly to help heal chapped or cracked lips. Our skin is bound to endure some changes this winter season. It’s always important to give our skin the proper treatments it needs. Be sure to check out Éclatant Botanicals' variety of skin products in order to keep your skin clean, healthy, and radiant!

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