While winter brings beautiful snowy landscapes and cozy atmospheres with cup of hot tea, the cold air and dry wind can seriously damage your skin. Whether it’s cracked heels, rough elbows, or dry lips, winter conditions require special care for your skin. Here are some practical tips on how to protect and revitalize your skin, restoring the glow that lasts throughout the year.
Take care of dry hands and feet
During the cold months, your skin can become tight, rough, and prone to flaking, especially on your hands, feet, elbows, and knees.
Avoid hot water
While a warm shower may be tempting, hot water strips your skin of its natural oils. Instead, opt for lukewarm water and use gentle shower gels enriched with nourishing oils like shea butter or coconut oil.
Exfoliate regularly
Gentle exfoliation during your shower removes dead skin cells and allows moisturizers to penetrate deeper into your skin. After exfoliating, while your skin is still damp, apply a nourishing oil such as almond or jojoba oil.
Moisturize
After gently toweling off, apply a rich moisturizer that contains ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid. These ingredients lock in moisture and prevent dryness.
How to treat cracked heels
Cracked heels can be an unpleasant and painful consequence of winter, but with a little effort, you can restore them to top shape.
Regular exfoliation
Use heel stones or special foot files to remove thickened skin.
Night treatment
After showering, apply a rich foot cream containing urea or salicylic acid. These formulas soften the skin and stimulate regeneration. Wear cotton socks overnight to help the cream absorb better.
Sock tips
Avoid wearing synthetic socks, as they can make your feet sweat, further drying them out.
Lips care
The lips are especially sensitive to winter conditions because they don’t have their own oil glands to keep them moisturized.
Protective balm
Regularly use a lip balm with sun protection. The cold can further damage the delicate skin on your lips.
Avoid bad habits
If you lick your lips often, be aware that saliva evaporates quickly and can further dry out your lips. Instead, choose a balm with natural oils like avocado, jojoba, or vitamin E.
Exfoliation
A gentle lip scrub with honey and sugar will remove dry flakes and allow for better absorption of the balm.
Hydration inside and out
Hydration is key to healthy, glowing skin, and it’s especially important to keep both the air and your body moist during the winter months.
Humidifier
Place a humidifier in your home or office to help prevent skin dryness caused by heating.
Healthy diet
Include omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, flaxseed oil, and walnuts in your diet. These healthy fats help keep your skin hydrated and supple.
Water is always key
Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even when you’re not thirsty – winter conditions often mask dehydration.
Additional tips for complete care
For those who want to take their skincare to the next level, we recommend visiting our wellness and spa center in Croatia or Austria.
Professional treatments for skin hydration and relaxation are perfect for cold winter days.
Source: www.canyonranch.com