The winter season can be harsh on your skin and hair. It can make your skin dry, flaky, and dull. The hair can become brittle and lifeless. Here are some natural skin care tips you can follow to keep your skin glowing this winter:
What Causes Dry Skin In Winter?
The cold, dry air of winter contributes to the problem since your skin loses moisture more quickly in this season. The more your skincare routine contains hydrating ingredients, the better off you’ll be. Your skin can also become drier from frequent hand washing or the use of harsh soaps or cleansers. Using a moisturizer daily will help keep your skin moisturized and healthy.
A humidifier is also a good idea to keep in your home to help add moisture to the air. Try not to spend long periods of time outside when possible since the cold air can make dry skin worse. You should also avoid hot showers and baths to help reduce the loss of natural oils and moisture. Exfoliating regularly can help remove dead and dull skin cells from the surface of your skin and adds new cells to the skin’s surface. This helps give the skin a healthier-looking appearance and reduces flakiness.
How To Take Care of Skin In Winter?
Follow these skincare steps, and your skin will be healthy all year long!
- Wear sunscreen every single day! Even if it’s cold outside, the sun is still shining through. Apply sunscreen to your face, neck, hands, and arms every day. It is the single most effective way to prevent premature aging and skin cancer.
- Exfoliate your skin once a week. You don’t need to scrub hard; just gently exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells and allow your glow to shine! You can use an exfoliating mask or a gentle facial cleanser. Just don’t use a washcloth on sensitive skin—use your hands instead.
- Drink a lot of water. Your skin needs hydration from the inside out, so drink plenty of water each day. You can also get hydrating facials at our dental office for an added boost of moisture and a boost of confidence!
- Don’t forget your lips. Don’t forget about protecting your lips with a lip balm that’s also formulated with SPF. Many chapsticks do double duty by serving as both moisturizer and sun protection. Other products to look for are lip tints and lip glosses with SPF protection.
- Don’t smoke cigarettes. Smoking is linked to nearly every type of preventable disease, including cancer. It can also accelerate the aging process and make wrinkles worse. If you want to keep your skin looking healthy and young, don’t smoke cigarettes!
Contact Mia Medical Spa at 8670 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Beaverton, OR 97008, or call (503) 626-4222 for the best care personalized to your individual needs.
