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Winter is great for many things; giving and receiving fabulous gifts, seeing loved ones, overindulging at holiday parties, making resolutions we absolutely always keep, but there’s one thing that winter is bad for, our skin. Even those of us “blessed” with oily skin can experience dry, flakey, irritated skin in the cold winter months. Here a few tips on how to do winter skin care the right way.
The first thing you should do is take care of yourself by drinking plenty of fluids (no, hot chocolate doesn’t count) and make sure you are getting enough Omega-3s to keep skin supple. A healthy diet is half the battle when it comes to having healthy skin, but adding a moisture-rich face cream will give your thirsty cells that extra boost to keep your complexion looking dewy even when it’s frosty out.
Some moisturizers are full of antioxidants that help draw out toxins and soothe angry skin. These are great for all skin types, as you can never stop fighting those free radicals, considering they literally are balls of energy that keep going and going.
Another thing to keep in mind during the crisper months, is to not stay away from products that contain oils, even if you are acne prone. Many oils, like Jojoba, actually help control sebum production, and will cause you to have a healthier balance to your skin. I was dedicated to everything oil free and mattifying, but after experimenting with oils, I was shocked to see my skin become normal over night.
Some of my favorite moisturizers for winter contain some really amazing ingredients. ALCHIMIE FOREVER’s Kantic+ Intensely Nourishing Cream has both antioxidants and jojoba oil, so it nourishes while detoxifying. Another really advanced formula is SkinMedica Dermal Repair Cream, which is rich in vitamin C, A, and E, as well as essential fatty acids, just in case you didn’t take your supplements that day. If you are looking for a lighter moisturizer that will last all day, PHYTOMER’s HydraContinue Instant Moisture Cream is a great choice.
Keeping your body and skin hydrated through the winter months might be a little bit challenging, but with these few tips, hopefully your cheeks will stay as pink and plump as a sugar plum fairy’s.
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The article was an enlightening one which spoke a lot of our craze and desire for lovely glowing skin.
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