Winter Skincare Tips

Whilst I wouldn’t say we are in actual Winter, hello climate crisis, it isn’t as cold as it should be, however, the colder air, indoor heating, lack of Vitamin D and drop in humidity levels causes all kinds of havoc on our skin, especially if you suffer with sensitivities.

Keeping your skin healthy in the Winter isn’t just about the products you use, whilst they do make a difference, especially if you’re choosing the wrong ones, it’s how you nourish your body and adjust how you care for your skin that makes all the difference.

How the Winter months cause issues for our skin

Various studies have explored the effects of indoor heating environments on the skin during the Winter.

Heating indoors will cause moisture loss and because of the lower humidity and overall dryness caused by heating in the UK our skin will become increasingly drier, over time, without being addressed this will cause dead skin cells to accumulate and can lead to further skin problems and issues.

When looking at continual exposure to heated indoor environments the roughness, redness, pores and wrinkles significantly increases on the face. Secretion of sebum acts as a barrier to stabilise environmental stresses on the skin.

The skins natural barrier will become drier, weakened and will become more vulnerable to irritation, redness and dehydration.

The Winter months will also bring rain and wind too, which can existing skincare issues to ‘flare up’ especially when it comes to rosacea, eczema and psoriasis. Moving from a cold, windy, wet environment into a warm heated one can cause increased water loss as well as rough, dry skin that has less elasticity which then in turn can cause wrinkles due to the dryness.

The key to healthy, bright, clear skin in the winter months is hydration and environmental protection.

We need to treat dryness, soothe, shield and strengthen the skin in the Winter months.

Healthy gorgeous, glowing, Winter Skin can be achieved with ease;

  1. Cleanse gently to preserve your skin barrier. Our Soothing Berry Booster is an amazingly gentle effective cleanser.
  2. Hydrate inside and out. Using a combo of our Soothing Berry Booster and Re Glow Booster alongside regular water intake will work a treat.
  3. Protect using SPF. Email us to get our recommendations.
  4. Exfoliate softly, choose mild exfoliants or AHA’s to remove dead skin cells weekly. Email us to get our recommendations.
  5. Target those dry spots. Using our Re Glow Booster as an intensive overnight treatment will leaving your skin soft and supple.

Our Boosters can also be used on the lips, hands, fingers and body which are susceptible to dryness so need extra care.

Overall, your goal is to maintain hydration and provide deep moisturisation to support and protect your skin barrier. Dry, sensitive and mature skin types tend to feel the effects of winter the most. The lips, hands and fingers are also particularly susceptible to dryness, so give them some extra care. 

Supporting your skin from within

A health complexion in the Winter months will be enhanced by how you look after yourself on the inside, as so much of our skin needs are.

  1. Stay hydrated. Water, herbal tea and if it takes your fancy, electroyte infused drinks will help keep the skin plumped.
  2. Not all fats are equal. Incorporate skin loving fats that are rich in omega 3 and omega 6. Yes avocados are indeed your friend. This will reinforce your skin barrier and offer protection against the elements.
  3. Boost antioxidants, all year round. Skincare that includes antioxidants are the holy grail but so are vitamin c rich fruits and green leafy veg that combats dullness and protects from oxidative stress.

Helping support your immune system will help you inside and out.

Lastly, some short environmental tips, avoid having showers and baths that are too hot, they’ll dry out the skin causing tightness. When you are out and about in the cold, wind, rain and more, make sure you’re layered up, hats, gloves, scarves. Protect your lips from the wind and rain to avoid dry chapped lips too.

Did you know that the Winter months can also effect our dental health??

What do you do to look after your skin in the Winter?

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