Overview
Winter weather can be harsh on all skin types. However, people with sensitive skin have to take extra care of their skin during wintertime. That’s because sensitive skin is highly prone to irritation from environmental factors. Yes, chilly temperatures, dry air, and falling temperatures can have a cascading effect on sensitive skin types.
Now, if you have sensitive skin, the general recommendation is to use non-irritating products that are gentle yet effective. So, preparation is key with the wintertime approaching. To that end, you must change your skincare routine to ensure your skin receives its much-needed nourishment during the colder months. After all, you want your sensitive skin to feel hydrated, soft, and supple all winter long. That’s why we are sharing some product recommendations to add to your winter skincare regime to soothe your sensitive skin as the weather becomes harsh.
Sensitive Skin and Its Causes and Symptoms
A significant percentage of people have some degree of skin sensitivity. Now, the sensitive skin types are those people who have a higher level of skin sensitivity. This means your skin has a greater tendency to react to environmental conditions and specific products or ingredients.
Also, there are various causes for people to have sensitive skin, including genetics and skin conditions. Sensitive skin reacts to various irritants, too. These include harsh soaps, detergents, rough fabrics, latex, and household cleaners. Moreover, certain ingredients in skincare products can cause adverse reactions.
A weakened skin barrier is cited to be the underlying factor for skin sensitivity. Well, ceramides are a key constituent of your skin’s barrier, which are produced by the skin naturally but their levels could deplete because of internal and external causes.
Now, if you have sensitive skin, you could experience burning, itching, redness, and stinging when you apply skincare products. Among other symptoms of sensitive skin are dry patches, frequent rashes, and reactions to severe weather conditions. It’s best to consult your dermatologist to determine the underlying cause of your skin irritation if you do not know its causes.
Sensitive Skincare Products to Incorporate Into Your Routine
You have to take extra care of your sensitive skin during the winters. It all starts with using the right skincare products. Fragrance-free products containing moisturizing ingredients should be your pick for your winter care for your sensitive skin.
You should even work with your dermatologist to know more about specific sensitivity triggers and how to avoid them. This includes making lifestyle changes to protect your sensitive skin. Investing in a humidifier, avoiding long showers, and wearing protective gear during your outdoor trips are steps in that direction.
Our best recommendations for your sensitive skin to help you sail through the dry and winter months while keeping your skin healthy are listed herein.
1) Gentle Facial Cleanser
For the winter season, choose a face wash that helps your sensitive skin to retain moisture. Kosmoderma’s dermatologically-tested Soap-Free Daily Gentle Cleanser, with its non-irritating formula, clears your pores by removing the buildup of pollutants. Yes, its gentle cleaning action protects and hydrates your skin without stripping your skin of its natural oils. Also, this pH-balanced cleanser is designed for all skin types. Plus, its ingredients such as oats, she butter, and cocoyl taurate strengthen your skin’s barrier and boost collagen production to make you feel refreshed.
2) Moisturizing Cream
You have to regularly moisturize your skin to keep it hydrated during wintertime. Kosmoderma’s Sensitive Skincare range includes Moisture Boost Cream, which is enriched with hydrating ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides. This gel-based moisturizer not only replenishes your skin’s moisture but also renews your skin cells for smooth-looking skin.
3) Hydrating Sunscreen
Kosmoderma’s Photo Protect Sunscreen Gel with SPF 40 shields your skin from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays by forming a protective layer. Formulated with ingredients such as ascorbic acid and propylene glycol, this non-oily and non-sticky sunscreen provides your skin with all the nutriment it needs. Moreover, its rich vitamin-C content counters the damage-causing free radicals and promotes healing
Winter Care Tips For Sensitive Skin Types
- Do not add new skincare products to your routine to avoid any adverse reactions. Stick to the basics as much as possible, which include soothing moisturizers, gentle cleansers, and broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or more.
- Select alcohol-free, fragrance-free and dermatologically-tested skincare products that are designed for sensitive skin
- Look for non-comedogenic moisturizers to apply on your body after bathing when the skin is still damp, thereby preventing winter dryness and keeping your skin well-hydrated
- Wear protective gear when going outdoors. A pair of gloves can help to keep your hands warm and lip balm is the ultimate solution for chapped lips.
Finally
Kosmoderma’s skin specialists can help to prepare your winter care regime for your sensitive skin. You can restore your skin’s natural glow with a consistent skincare routine throughout the cold months. We offer personalized guidance and recommend skincare products to protect your skin and maintain its health and vitality.
FAQs
1. What should sensitive skin types avoid during the winter season?
Avoid excess sun exposure if you have sensitive skin. Moreover, do not use harsh soaps or cleansers and abrasive exfoliators. In addition to that, you should neither take long and hot showers nor apply heavily fragranced skincare products.
2. Why does my skin become overly sensitive during wintertime?
A compromised skin barrier is the reason for extra skin sensitivity during the winter season. Various factors can impact your skin’s moisture barrier during the cold months. Well, winter conditions including chilly temperatures and low humidity levels can strip your skin of its moisture, thereby damaging your skin barrier.
3. How to determine if I have sensitive skin?
Consult your dermatologist to ascertain whether you have sensitive skin. These skin professionals can also help you to understand the various reasons for your skin sensitivity. Genetic considerations and excessive exposure to the hot sun or cold winds can cause sensitive skin reactions. A host of skin conditions such as eczema, rosacea, or dermatitis are other causes of skin sensitivity.
