With the seasonal change bringing in cool and dry air, it’s time to protect your skin from tightness and sudden dullness, specially for those experiencing a dryer texture.
“Winter is the time to support the skin’s barrier function in a more intentional way,” said Ruan Winter, from Vitaderm. “People tend to focus only on hydration, but it’s also about locking in that moisture, replenishing what the skin has lost and reinforcing its natural defences.”
Here are Winter’s top tips to give your skin a nourished feel.
Your skin is a mirror of its environment
In the same way you swap linen for wool in your wardrobe, your skincare also needs to adapt. Colder weather brings lower humidity, which translates to less moisture in the air and, consequently, less moisture in your skin. Heating systems don’t help, further zapping hydration levels and often leading to increased sensitivity.
However, the goal isn’t simply to coat the skin in thick products. Nourishment goes beyond hydration. It’s about feeding the skin with essential nutrients, lipids and actives that help it function optimally even in challenging conditions.
