I know the word “winterize” might seem a little premature since it is just barely Fall, but we never know when it’s going to hit us, do we?! I can’t remember too many Halloweens that it didn’t snow in our neck of the woods. SO…let’s get prepped in advance this year! Since the harsh weather can wreak havoc on your skin, the key to protecting your healthy glow is moisture, moisture, moisture!
5 tips on how to Winterize your skin
- LOAD UP on the RIGHT Lip Balm.
- Steer clear of hot showers.
- Avoid soap, use only gentle cleansers.
This habit cannot be stressed enough. Never use a cleanser that is harsher on your skin than the weather outside, and that includes from the neck down. Do not scrub skin; you can’t scour away dryness. Scrubbing creates tiny tears on the surface of skin impairing its ability to keep water where it needs to be.
- Moisturize daily.
Thicker moisturizer does not mean MORE moisture. Concentrated doesn’t necessarily equal optimum hydration. An overdose of lipids can actually trap dead cells and leave skin looking duller. Try layering serums under creams in order to boost moisture. Serums are light, yet have super-concentrated ingredients — ideal for absorption.
- Stay hydrated.
Moisturize your body inside and out by drinking plenty of fluids. In addition to water, drinks including hot tea with lemon, green tea, as well as water in foods like fruit, vegetables, lean meat, and soups can help you retain moisture.
- Grab a humidifier.
Another way to maintain hydration is by using a humidifier. When you’ve got the indoor heat blasting, it snatches moisture from the environment which makes the air dry as well as your skin. A humidifier will add water vapor to the air, which indirectly helps the skin retain needed moisture.
- Apply sunscreen.
It might feel cold outside but that doesn’t mean that the strength of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays are any less. Winter sun combined with snow glare poses damage to your skin. Snow can reflect up to 80 percent of UV rays and increase your exposure, so keep this in mind when you’re on your next ski vacation! In fact, the higher your altitude, the greater your UV exposure.
- Head to Barris for a personalized treatment to address your specific concerns!
Fall and winter are the perfect time to head to the spa for Peels, Hydrating Facials and Microdermabrasion treatments. For a complete list of services check out our SPA SERVICES page. All services are administered by highly skilled & licensed professionals.
Not all lip balms are created equal! Some lip balms, in fact, contain ingredients that can actually CAUSE dryness. Try Image Skincare’s ORMEDIC balancing lip enhancement complex. This ultra-hydrating, powerful polypeptide lip enhancement complex is a very good lip balm that has added antioxidants and cell-communicating agents. Packaged in a squeeze tube, this fragrance-free formula moisturizes the lips with avocado oil!
I almost cried out when I found out that steamy hot baths/showers can actually strip your skin of moisture! Exposure to hot water with temperatures over 98.6 degrees causes blood-vessel dilation that results in water loss throughout the epidermis. If you crave heat, keep it under five minutes. Then pat — don’t rub — your skin dry, and moisturize while it’s still damp to help your moisturizer penetrate.
Try our Image Skincare’s Vital C LINE
No matter why your skin needs added moisture, Vital C is able to hydrate even the driest skin while cleansing. It is ideal for all skin types that need a bit of extra moisturization including rosacea, smokers, and travelers.