Sunday 18 December 2022

Skin Care in winter

Winter brings the holiday season, trips to see family, and time cozying up in bed. But however magical the wintertime may be to some; the season's harsh weather can wreak havoc on your skin. Dropping temperatures and lack of humidity prevent our skin from retaining moisture. Itchy, dry skin and cracked lips are a nuisance, but there is an easy way to take care of your skin this season -- just add a daily, quality moisturizer to your skincare routine.   


I have dry skin, which especially gets irritated in the winter. My eczema also flares up in cold temperatures. If you have a similar skin type or are especially sensitive to wintertime cold, this list is for you. 


How to prevent dry skin in the winter

Not only do the dropping temperatures harm our skin, but so does indoor heating. Here's how to prevent dry, itchy skin this winter. 

Keep Vaseline, Aquaphor, or other petroleum jelly products around. Apply to chapped lips or dry patches of skin. They're also a great occlusive (or barrier) to use in the slugging skin care technique. For the most effective hydration, first, use a layer of cream, then apply your slugging agent. The following list consists of the best hydrating skin care oils, creams, moisturizers, and lotions. Consider using it underneath your slugging product. 

I have personally tested each product on this list and use most of these moisturizers each day. I have sensitive, dry, and sometimes acne-prone skin, and I found each product on this list to be hydrating and gentle on my skin. 

The best skin cream for winter should contain a few of the following ingredients: ceramides, vitamin E, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil, or squalene oil. The best skin cream will aid in the skin's retention of moisture. 

 

The information contained in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as health or medical advice. Always consult a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.

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