Keeping your Skin Healthy in the Winter
Keeping your Skin Healthy in the Winter
Winter weather is not the best for your skin. Cold weather and low humidity levels result in dry air that steals moisture from your skin. Indoor heat, hot showers, and harsh cleansers also reduce moisture in your skin. This lack of moisture leads to chapping, redness, itching that is just plain uncomfortable. What can you do to try to beat these conditions and keep your skin healthy this Winter? Try some of these tips.
1. Wash with Lukewarm Water
Hot Showers and baths feel good, but when washing your hands or face choose lukewarm water to avoid stripping too many oils from your skin.
2. Moisturize as much as possible.
Keep moisturizer with you at all times and also keep it located in the bathroom near your sink and shower so it is available to use liberally every time you wash.
3. Choose Moisturizers Carefully
Some over-the-counter moisturizers have petroleum-based ingredients that can actually further dry your skin in winter months. Be sure to find a formula that has natural, nourishing ingredients. Look for something oil based rather than a water-based solution. Look for hydrating ingredients like lavender, chamomile or jojoba which help to soothe dry, itchy skin.
4. Protect your skin
Wear gloves and scarves. Don’t forget sunscreen. Winter sun can be just as damaging as summer.
5. Exfoliate
Moisture can’t get in if dead skin cells are plentiful. Find an exfoliating mask that you can use on your face, hands, and lips then follow up with a moisturizer. Exfoliating body washes are also helpful in winter months.
Try some of these tips to help keep that healthy glow all winter long.
The tips offered in Wellness Wednesday are suggestions for keeping healthy and do not replace the advice of a physician.
by Denise Visco
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