Protect your skin this winter
Dry winter weather can seriously damage our skin.Prevent dry skin and keep your skin smooth and glowing all year round with these easy daily tricks and homemade treatments
As winter deepens, many people experience the discomfort of dry, flaky skin due to the cold, low humidity, and indoor heating.
However, this seasonal skin concern can be tackled with a range of effective solutions that focus on hydrating, protecting and nourishing.
“The best way to combat this cold weather is to create a barrier by applying thick moisturizers and ointments every day,” Dr. Anne Chapas, a board-certified dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Dermatology, told FoxNews.com. “Heavy creams actually seal the skin, preventing water loss and giving your skin the hydration it needs.”
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Don't let chapped lips, cracked skin, or itchy scalp stop you. Instead, keep your skin smooth and glowing all year round with these simple daily tricks.
- Use a moisturizing cleanser
- Moisturize regularly
- try a humidifier
- gently exfoliates
- apply sunscreen
- Don't forget lip care
- Let's go for hand care
- avoid harsh products
- Use moisturizing hair masks and serums
- Stay hydrated
1. Use a moisturizing cleanser
We recommend choosing a mild cleanser that doesn't strip your skin's natural oils. Look for products that contain hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or ceramides to help maintain moisture and prevent excessive dryness.
Whether you have acne or not, moisturizing your skin is recommended for overall skin health. (St. Petersburg)
Dry facial skin can cause normal winter dandruff, but it can also cause eczema and increased wrinkles.
2. Moisturize regularly
Moisturizing is important to prevent dryness. Use a thick cream-based moisturizer that provides a barrier against moisture loss. Apply it immediately after showering to lock in moisture.
Chapas advises patients to use thicker night creams to repair dry skin on the face.
“Look for a night cream with hydrating ingredients like high hyaluronic acid and dimethicone, plus one with antioxidants to repair the damage done throughout the day, and even a light retinol to start repairing minor damage. Please, line,” Chapas said.
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3. Try a humidifier
You can prevent dry indoor air by using a humidifier.
Moisturizes the air and prevents excessive dryness of the skin.
4. Gently exfoliate
Rehydrating your body is important to prevent dry skin, but before lathering up your creams and lotions, try using an exfoliating body scrub to remove dead skin cells.
Exfoliating not only speeds up your skin's natural renewal process, but also helps moisturizers penetrate deeper into your skin.
Washing your face removes impurities and dead skin cells that can build up and worsen dryness. Using a gentle moisturizing cleanser will help maintain your skin's natural oils while effectively cleansing without stripping it of moisture. (St. Petersburg)
“Brown Sugar Body Scrub is definitely one of my favorites. It works just as well as any scrub you buy at the drug store, and it literally costs less than a dollar,” says beauty expert and author Erica Katz says. “Bonds around beauty,” he told FoxNews.com.
Brown sugar body scrubs are inexpensive and made with brown sugar, olive oil, and honey.
“Brown sugar is great because it's the perfect exfoliant and is super gentle on the skin. The oil hydrates the skin, and honey, a natural humectant, helps the skin attract and retain moisture.” added Katz.
5. Apply sunscreen
Don't forget to wear sunscreen during the winter.
UV rays can damage your skin even in cold weather. We recommend using a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin from damage.
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6. Don't forget lip care
When your lips are exposed to extremely cold air or wind, the protective layer of skin on your lips gets damaged, leaving them feeling chapped and chapped. Additionally, when you lick your lips, saliva evaporates and dries your skin.
To protect your lips, use a lip balm with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax to keep them moisturized.
“Waxes and other types of sealants can help repair your lips by locking in moisture and preventing moisture from evaporating from your lips,” says Chapas. “Lip balm should be used regularly, several times a day, and look for one with SPF 30. Sun damage occurs year-round, not only on the lips but also on other parts of the body.” Don't forget.”
7. Take care of your hands
Your hands have some of the thickest skin on your body, but a thicker layer doesn't necessarily mean more protection. Thicker skin tends to dry out faster because the cells within it are dead and dehydrated.
You can keep your hands hydrated by moisturizing them regularly with a thick hand cream or ointment, especially after washing them. Choose a gentle hand cleanser to avoid stripping your skin of its natural oils. (St. Petersburg)
“I like to put a thick ointment on my hands. Ointments with lanolin or petrolatum are very effective,” Chapas said.
Washing your hands excessively or playing in the snow can also make dry hands worse. Chapas recommends limiting the amount of water you soak your hands in throughout the day by cleaning your hands with hand lotion or sanitizer.
Experts also recommend applying lotion to your hands at night and covering your hands to lock in moisture.
“Apply a thick layer of your favorite hand cream (I like one with shea butter) on your hands. Then put on a pair of clean socks and run them under water. Squeeze out any excess water and microwave for 30 minutes. ” seconds before you put it over your hand,” Katz said.
8. Avoid harsh products
Avoid harsh skin care products that contain alcohol, fragrance, or certain acids, as they can further irritate and dry your skin.
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9. Use moisturizing hair masks and serums
Since the scalp is also part of the skin, dandruff problems are common in winter.
Incorporate hydrating hair masks and serums into your daily routine to further boost skin hydration. Look for products with ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E.
“Seborrheic dermatitis, or dandruff, is actually a reaction to the yeast that lives on our skin, so treating it with over-the-counter dandruff shampoos is often successful,” says Chapas.
Katz recommends adding a little tea tree oil to your regular shampoo.
“Tea tree oil soothes the scalp and relieves painful itching and burning. It's a great way to get rid of itchy scalp and dandruff,” Katz said.
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10. Stay hydrated
Ensure proper hydration from within by drinking enough water throughout the day. Hydrated skin starts from within.
For more information on Katz's DIY beauty treatments, visit www.erikakatz.com.
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