How to manage winter skin effectively: A guide for flawless skin

"No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn." — Hal Borland

Even if winter does not last forever, we have to tackle its bitter-sweet melodies until it lasts. Winter brings festivals and celebrations along with cold and dry air. And guess who takes the most beating of all these? Our skin!

Our skin's natural barrier degrades with exposure to cold air, leaving behind dry, flaky, itchy, and red skin. These problems might worsen if you already have dry skin, leaving you with rough patches and a tight, unpleasant sensation.

Even if Mr. Sunshine is leaving, you do not have to bid that summertime glow farewell. Despite the fact that nobody likes to wash their faces or even get out of their warm, cozy beds in the winter, an ageless skincare routine suitable for winter is the one thing that can prevent the winter woes of lifeless skin.

Why should you create a special winter skincare routine?

The cold of winter can be pretty harsh on your skin. The natural moisture on the skin is stripped off by the chilly air, leaving it dry and exposed. Interior heating systems further deplete the air of its humidity, which exacerbates dry skin in addition to the outside climate. Now that the moisture barrier on your skin has left the picture, the sun's rays and the chilly breeze can do their damage to your skin. 

Do you want all of this hassle for your skin? Not at all, right? You can prevent skin issues by modifying your usual skincare regimen to include customized skin care for dry skin throughout the winter.

Common winter skin problems

• Cold urticaria

Cold urticaria is the reaction of skin to cold that appears minutes after being exposed to the cold. The signs and symptoms of cold urticaria differ throughout individuals, for example, swelling lips, welts, swelling hands, etc. 

While some individuals only have mild cold reactions, others have severe ones. For some persons with this condition, swimming in cold water might result in extremely low blood pressure, shock, or fainting. You should consult your dermatologist in this condition. 

• Chilblains

Wintertime's drop in temperature causes the small blood vessels in the toes and fingers to constrict, lowering the blood flow and oxygen to the affected areas. This results in a reddish or purplish discoloration accompanied by pain and itching, a condition known as "perniosis," or chills. 

You can prevent this condition by utilizing a room warmer and keeping these body parts warm with socks and gloves.

• Windburn

People who work outside in the chilly winter wind regularly may be susceptible to skin irritation, which can lead to dry, red, and burning skin, especially on the face and other exposed areas. This condition is called "windburn." 

The best action is to use vitamin A skin cream and wear heavy clothing, such as jackets, hats, and scarves, to protect your skin.

• Chapped lips

There is not much humidity in the air during the winter, which can lead to dry, peeling, scaly lips. Chapped lips can affect anybody, especially people with dry skin. 

Using glycerin or lip balm throughout the day is the most straightforward approach to treating chapped lips. In addition, stay hydrated and have a humidifier in your house.

Winter skincare routine

• Cleansing

Many people have the misconception that cleansing your skin in the wintertime just dries it out. It is time to reconsider if you are a member of this group as well! 

Ignoring your wintertime skin care regimen can only result in dry skin, blocked pores, acne, and whiteheads and blackheads. Simply adding a gentle cream cleanser to your skincare routine will put an end to these problems.

• Serum

A serum is ideal for you if you want to step up your winter skincare routine. Vitamins, antioxidants, peptides, and other nutrients are present in ageless skin serum. While using a serum is not strictly required, why say no to a product that can help you combat acne, pigmentation, dullness, and uneven skin tone? 

• Moisturizer

Although it may seem apparent, it is crucial to moisturize dry skin in the winter. Use thicker, more nourishing moisturizer like vitamin A skin cream for your winter skincare routine. They will assist in locking in the moisture and keep your skin hydrated.

• Use petroleum jelly for extremely dry patches

Apply petroleum jelly to any dry areas of your skin you notice after showering. Simply apply a little coating to your heels, elbows, knees, or any other dry places. Petroleum jelly is perfect to use during the brutal winter months since it can penetrate the deepest skin cells and create a protective barrier.

• Use sunscreen

Going outside the home? Put on some sunscreen. Are you going to spend the entire day inside? Put on some sunscreen. Dermatologists have repeatedly emphasized how important it is to use sunscreen every day. 

Because of the thinning ozone barrier, the sun's damaging UV rays can easily reach human skin. Even indoors, you are subject to UV radiation. Sunscreen not only lowers the risk of skin cancer but also delays aging.

If you want to delay your aging process, add our instantly ageless kit, along with the mandatory sunscreen, to your routine.

Lifestyle changes to adapt to winters

• Drink more water

Hydration requires both internal and exterior maintenance. If you do not drink at least 3.5 liters of water a day, then no amount of body lotion or moisturizing product application will help.

• Invest in a humidifier

The air inside might get rather dry when the heater is turned on. The moisture that a humidifier adds to the air can help avoid dry skin. Think about getting a humidifier for your house.

• Wear breathable clothes

Instead of wearing itchy synthetic fabrics near your skin, choose light, soft layers like wool, fleece, fur, etc.

• Choose the right skincare products

Wintertime may not be the best time to try something that succeeded on those hot summer days. Using skin-friendly cosmetics to combat the winter's challenges is the answer. The secret to radiant, healthy skin in the winter is to use gentle skincare products. 

For example, selecting gentle cream cleansers with moisturizing qualities ensures that your body's natural moisture balance is maintained. Use hydration serums and hyaluronic acid-containing products to maintain a balanced moisture level if you have acne-prone skin.

That's a wrap!