Winter skincare saviours

Winter skincare saviours with Yon-Ka Paris trainer Catherine Azzeriti

Irish winters really challenge our skin health and condition; it is the most aggressive time of year for skin with extremes of too much arti cial heat in the o ce and home, as well as harsh weather outside. Therefore, it’s important to give your skin extra care at this time of year and upgrade your home care routine.

Defence

Ensure that your moisturisers have a good balance of nutrients, pro-biotics, hydrating factors and vitamins to maintain the quality of the skin barrier and prevent crucial moisture levels from diminishing. Try Yon-Ka Paris Nutri Defense Crème 50ml, €52.50, which has a complex, nutritious formula, rich in essential fatty acids (omega 3, 6, 9 and more). This smooth crème brings immediate and long-lasting comfort to dry skin. The sensations of tightness and irritation are soothed as hydration is restored.

Hydration

I nd sleep-in masks are brilliant to restore and replenish the skin when used 2-3 nights a week. Yon-Ka Hydra No.1 mask transforms dry, rough, delicate and sensitive skins with its vegan-friendly botanical formula. Yon-Ka Paris Hydra No1 Masque 50ml, €49.

Nutrition

Oil-rich serums are very bene cial for repairing depleted skin and preventing damage from heating, wind and cold. Yon-Ka Nutri+ booster, with cereal germ oils and vitamins, can be added to any Yon-Ka day or night cream to add extra nourishment and improve the skin’s resilience. Yon-Ka Paris Nutri+ Nutrition Booster 15ml, €50.

Exfoliation

It’s important to be gentle with our skin and avoid aggressive ingredients and textures when cleansing and exfoliating. Yon-Ka Gommage exfoliating gel is an essential skin saviour at this time of year. Leave it on for 3-5 mins to replenish the moisture content in the skin, while soothing and calming. Gently rub o with your ngertips to exfoliate and deeply cleanse. This is an exfoliator like no other, keeping the skin healthy, hydrated and radiant. Yon-Ka Paris Gommage Yon-Ka, €37.

Maintenance

We know that external and environmental factors speed up the ageing of the skin, so regular maintenance facial treatments are proven to combat these issues. A professional facial that is customised to treat your skin’s needs is a wise investment for younger, healthier and more beautiful skin.