Winter is on its way, and let’s face it—it’s not good for your skin. Harsh winds, cold temperatures, and dry air tend to zap skin of its natural oils, leaving it dry and stressed.
1. change it up
Most likely, your summer skin care routine will not cut it in the winter. Your skin will probably need more moisture more often. If you usually use a lotion, you may need to switch to a cream. We suggest using our ME-EM range a couple times a week to replenish lost moisture, and our ME-EM range is great for an all-over softer feel.
2. choose your cleanser carefully
Cleansers can strip your skin of natural oils, dry it out, and over time, lead to more visible lines and wrinkles.
We recommend our Filorga Foam & oil Cleanser
3. exfoliate
Exfoliating brings back that youthful glow that is so often lost during the winter months. Try our ME-EM Range once or twice a week.
4. protect
Winter weather appears to be less sunny, but remember—those harmful UV rays are still out there. Always protect skin with a safe sunscreen like one that contains zinc oxide, and wear protective hats and clothing.
5. shorten your showers
Hot water feels great in the winter, but it saps skin of its natural oils. Try to limit your long, hot showers and baths to once or twice a week, and choose lukewarm the other times. Always apply moisturizer immediately after patting skin dry.
6. eat right (most of the time)
Simple sugars and carbohydrates stimulate reactions in skin that can lead to more acne breakouts. Avoid these during your daily life and you’ll experience fewer setbacks when you indulge at the holidays.
7. wear gloves
Our hands suffer the most during the winter—usually because we’re washing them more often to avoid the germs that can cause infections. Take moisturizer with you and apply regularly, and wear gloves to protect the skin on your hands from the harsh winter weather.
8. use a humidifier
As winter comes, the air dries out. The dryer the air, the more it steals moisture from your skin. If you live in a dry climate, use a humidifier, particularly in your bedroom at night.
9. rejuvenate
The winter months are a great time to provide your skin with more nutrients so it can better withstand winter stress. Try our NCEF Serum before your regular moisturizer every night.
10. try a sugar scrub on lips
Chapped lips are the bane of winter living. Get rid of that dry, flaky skin with a homemade sugar scrub. Simply mix some regular sugar with some jojoba, coconut, or safflower oil, and rub gently on the lips once a day. Add a little honey for healing properties. Follow up with a nourishing lip balm.