BEST TIPS TO MANAGE DRY SKIN DURING WINTERTIME

As the winter season approaches, you may experience skin issues. The dip in temperatures causes a fall in the humidity levels, sucking out your skin’s moisture. To add to that, the combination of cold weather and indoor heat tends to deplete your skin barrier, which makes it difficult for your skin to stay hydrated. As a result, your skin becomes flaky, patchy, dry, and itchy. This leads to eczema, rosacea, and a host of other skin conditions. Well, there’s not much to worry about though. All you need is the right skincare routine for your dry skin.

Your winter skincare routine for dry skin should include:

• Cleanser

A cleanser is a must to include in your winter skincare routine. Well, always choose cleansers that provide your skin with all the nourishment without drying it out. Now, if you have dry skin, you are advised to use cleansers that moisturize and clean your skin without stripping it of its natural oils. The cream-based cleansers with nourishing ingredients such as glycerin, allantoin, azelaic acid, and hyaluronic acid are suitable for dry skin. When using a face cleanser, you should massage your skin for 1 minute before rinsing off with warm water. Also, you must not scrub your skin harshly because that can lead to various skin problems. You can use Kosmoderma’s Soap-Free Daily Gentle Skin Cleanser to manage your dry skin during wintertime. It contains shea butter that locks in moisture in the skin and boosts collagen production. Moreover, it has oats that strengthen the skin barrier and reduce any itching symptoms. Plus, its cocoyl taurate content helps to keep your skin soft and supple.

Toning should be part of your skincare routine throughout the year, including the winters. Toners help to not only maintain your skin’s pH balance but also reduce your pores. The alcohol-free toners are suitable for all skin types and you can opt for them. If you have dry skin, toners with humectants like hyaluronic acid and glycerin are suitable too. Additionally, toners with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients make for a good choice for they provide your skin with the much-needed nourishment during the cold months. When using toner, you should simply spritz it on your face and allow to air dry. Alternatively, you can dab a cotton swab with a few drops of toner and wipe your face with it.

Serums contain active ingredients that penetrate your skin and address various skin concerns. Well, serums are more potent than cleansers and moisturizers, which is why you must be careful when you use them. When you are applying serums, you should take 2-3 drops and apply evenly on your face. Allow it to be absorbed by the skin before using other skincare products. It is also advisable to start with a lower concentration of serum before gradually increasing the quantity, depending on your skin’s tolerance level. Plus, you must wear sunscreen after applying serums whether you are indoors or outdoors. Serums with vitamin-C and niacinamide are suitable for all skin types and you can add them to your winter skincare routine to manage dry skin. In addition to that, you can treat acne with serums that contain Azelaic acid because it does not dry out the skin. Such serums control sebum production, remove dead skin cells, and unclog your pores.

You can keep your skin healthy by applying moisturizer during the winter months. This way, your skin seals and retains the moisture. Apart from that, moisturizers protect your skin against environmental factors, prevent loss of moisture, and restore your skin barrier. Those with dry skin should choose heavy, cream-based oils and face creams to maintain their skin hydration.

A broad-spectrum sunscreen is an absolute must to add to your winter skincare kit during both summertime and wintertime. After applying winter face cream, you must follow up with sunscreen. Remember, sunscreens with SPF 30 or more offer adequate skin protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Also, wearing sunscreen 15 to 20 minutes before going outdoors is the general recommendation. The thumb rule includes using at least 2 finger lengths of sunscreen to cover your skin parts exposed to the sun. Massage the sunscreen evenly on your skin for its efficient absorption. Kosmoderma’s Photo Protect Sunscreen Gel, with its non-stick base and broad spectrum of protection, has various active ingredients that repair and nourish dry skin. Applying this sunscreen daily when going out in the sun prevents photo-aging while supporting skin health.

As part of your winter skincare routine, you should also apply an eye cream that has humectants to provide nutriment to the under-eye area. With your ring finger, you should massage the eye cream around the under eye portion.

Apply lip balm to treat your chapped lips, which occurs because of the dry winter air. You can use lip balm when sleeping at night when you do not lick your lips. That way, you can keep your lips well-hydrated.

So, you now know how to manage your dry skin during the winter months. Simply follow these simple steps for your skin nourishment, imparting a healthy and glowing complexion.

1. How to manage dry skin during wintertime?

Caring for your dry skin means keeping your yourself hydrated internally and externally. So, drink sufficient water throughout the day and apply a creamy moisturizer two times a day. In addition to that, you must avoid hot showers, wear sunscreen, and cover your body when going outdoors.

2. What temperature to set the humidifier during the winter season?

A humidifier adds moisture to the surrounding air, thereby preventing skin dryness and promoting the health of the respiratory passages. Maintain the humidifier temperature at the 60% level, which helps to replenish the moisture level of the skin’s top layers.

3. Why not to have hot water baths in winter?

Your bath water should not be overly hot during wintertime because it can lead to skin damage, dryness and sensitivity. Moreover, hot water aggravates eczema and other skin conditions. Rather, during chilly temperatures, you should bathe with lukewarm water to avoid such issues. Set your bath water temperature between 40 and 45 degrees Celsius to help you relax.