Winter can wreak havoc on your skin’s health!

 

Do you really need to change your skincare routine during the winter season? Yes, you do! Here’s the best advice from a dermatologist.

The winter season is the worst time for our skin, especially if you suffer from dryness. During this time of the year, the cold air steals moisture from your skin, causing it to become dry, itchy, and irritable. Under such circumstances, most women are confused if they can maintain their smooth and glowing skin. If you are also in this dilemma, we will solve this problem for you. 

Here are some tips to transition your skincare routine for winters:

1. Use a moisturising cleanser

As the temperature plummets, humidity levels also drop, and our skin loses its moisture to the dry air around us. So, during the winter season, switch to a moisturising cleanser that can help to hydrate parched skin, and support the skin’s barrier to help protect the skin from the damaging effects of the cold weather. This also helps to wash away the dead skin cells, without leaving the skin feeling tight or dry.

 

2. Cleanse your skin

The key to keeping skin clean and free of accumulated dirt is cleansing twice a day, both in the morning and at night. Dr Rana says, “The skin’s natural cell turnover process creates debris on the upper layers that need to be removed before applying any other products. That’s because they can affect the efficacy of future key ingredients that penetrate into the skin. Cleansing also increases the blood flow, and aids elimination of toxins. So, don’t rush it.”

3. Hyaluronic acid

Exposure to the harsh and chilly winds during the winter season can lead to dry skin. So, hydrate your skin always, and use hyaluronic acid for amazing results.

4. Add retinol to your skincare routine

“Retinol is great to plump and smoothen the skin. It should always be followed up with a good SPF. It increases cell turnover, regulates oil flow, and improves the appearance of pigmentation,”.

 
5. Use sunscreen as a shield in skincare

“The biggest mistake you can make is not wearing SPF during the winter season,”. Our skin can be damaged by UV rays all around the year. Use a mineral-based SPF for its lightness, breathability, ocean-friendliness, and ease of use.

6. Use a mask to protect skin

Humidity levels and low temperature during the winter season can sometimes cause many skin problems. So, always use a mask that includes clay and seaweed extract, which can help draw out impurities, calm spots, and exfoliate your skin.

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Homemade face packs can leave your skin nourished. 

7. Vitamin C is a winner for skincare

Add vitamin C to your skincare regime. Vitamin C works effectively during the winter season, and helps combat SPF rays that aren’t fully blocked by sunscreen. “It is also good for skin pigmentation, which helps to boost collagen production, resulting in a brighter complexion.”
8. Take care of lips and under-eye skin

Use a lip moisturizer and eye cream.
9. Body butter for skincare

To keep your skin’s protective barrier hydrated during the winter season, indulge in creamy body butter with must-have winter skin ingredients like strengthening shea and cocoa oils.
10. Follow a nutritious diet

It is always important to complement a winter skin routine with a nutritious and seasonal diet, along with your skincare regime. During this season, eat lots of squashes like butternut and pumpkin that are rich in beta-carotene. This helps to aid cell renewal, regulates skin function, and promotes collagen production