Adapt your skin to colder weather conditions
Winter is as good as here, and you have to take care of your skin because cooler weather can be drying and brutal on the skin, leading to it being dry in appearance and texture, premature ageing and sometimes even flaking. While you might me tempted to load your skin with products, consider keeping things minimal, which is often called, ‘skinimalism.’
At the core of this trend is taking advantage of the effectiveness of multi-tasking products, instead of using many different products at a go. Using these products also saves you time, and the ingredients work in harmony to give your skin more than one result.
Continue to maintain a balanced skincare routine in win
ter, and tackle one issue at a time - whether it is dry skin, acne, pigmentation. Continue to follow the routine of gently washing, toning and moisturising your skin.
Below are tips to take better care as the seasons transition:
1. Pay attention to how your skin changes with the seasons: Identify your skin type and address the problems that need to be tackled.
2. Invest in good cleansing. It is essential as it helps to remove dead skin cells and keep the skin fresh. Generally, clear skin is more responsive skincare products. Hydrating face washes with glycerine and hyauronic are a good option.Also consider opting * for creme and oil cleansers as they are gentle on the skin and keep it hydrated.
3. Choose a serum that contains ceramides and Vitamins A, C and E, as well as moega 3 fatty acids. These are all good for boosting moisture levels in the skin and help it perform their duty.
4. Seal everything in with a moisturiser that contains antioxidants, which not only moisturise the skin but also protect it from harsh conditions from the environment.
5. Make sure that you always protect your skin by included a base that contains SPF, with a moisturising base in liquid sunscreens. Choose non-chemical sunscreens that contain natural ingredients such as zinc; they work better because they contain moisturising properties.
6. Exfoliate your skin often. It helps to cleanse the skin at a deeper level and leaves it supple.You can choose between chemical and physical exfoliation, or alternate between the two, depending on the needs of your skin. Exfoliators buff the skin, so don’t use it too much as it might harm the skin. Choose to use an exfoliator only once or twice a week, particularly if you have dry skin.You can alternate exfoliating with using a face masks to buff and purify the skin.