Winter weather is here to stay for the next coming months and so are the skin problems it brings to most, if not all of us.The culprit of these problems for our skin comes from wind and layers of clothing. The harsh winds that blow after every winter mix system does more than blow ones’ hair in ones’ face it also removes the moisture level of the skin thus leaving the skin feeling tight and dry. Also, by central heating and wearing layers upon layers of clothing the skin is suffocated and cannot properly breathe.
Tricks to avoid this winter weather with healthy skin can be troublesome, but worth the time and effort for healthier, glowing skin.
Daily moisture is a popular well known fact to use in the winter. Many healthcare professionals
agree that moistures should be used frequently during this time of year all over the body. After a shower is preferred time for when to apply moisturizers. This will trap additional moisture into the skin and help prevent dryness and flaking. Also, the moisturizers that should be more favored in the winter are lotions that contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic or lactic acid which are effective for reversing dry skin and invisible lines at a deeper level. Don’t forget about the sun either when choosing a moisturizer, search for “dual purpose” where it contains both moisturizing and sunscreen ingredients.
People shower more frequently in hot water during the winter months due to seasonal cold and flu viruses, general aches, or just to
warm up. Limit hot water use while showering. Hot water tends to dry skin and remove essential natural moisturizers needed for it to stay healthily. Instead shower water should be lukewarm or warm and shorter. Five minute showers are recommended. Winter is also a time to avoid using harsh soaps which are considered irritants to already abused skin and, instead, reach for soap products featuring soothing ingredients such as eucalypus. Lastly, remember, because dry skin doesn’t lack oil, but water instead put moisturizer on to lock water into your skin.
Chapped lips are common around this time of year. The quick solution for many tend to be
licking their lips to give them moisture, however, this only evaporates and dries them out even more. Invest in lip balms which have at least SPF 15 and contain tree oil, beeswax, phenol, aloe, vitamin E and essential oils. Another good tip to remember is to apply the product, if you get a salve rather than a stick, to use a toothpick instead of fingers. Fingers can transfer germs into the container, onto your mouth.
It is very important to take of your body during the winter because of the germs and uncomfortable flaking skin when it becomes too dry. Living by these tips can help make your skin healthier and, as you grow older, can carry on the benefits by having less wrinkles and smoother, softer skin.
More Information:
1o Hot Winter Beauty Tips - Cold Weather Beauty Care
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Protecting Your Skin in Winter
http://www.unilever.com/ourbrands/healthylibing/articles/winter_skin_health
