As the temps begin to drop and the weather causes us to swap bikinis for blankets, we can find ourselves with a noticeable change in our skin. The levels of humidity drops in the air so do the level of moisture within our skin, leaving us with dull, dry and dehydrated skin. Dryness and flakiness become more apparent in appearance and our bright, glowy complexion begins to dim. The winter means your skins need a little more TLC and nourishment to stay healthy.
What are you doing for your skin now that the weather is getting colder? Waxing not only gives you smooth, soft skin all year long, it also helps exfoliate and remove dead skin. In addition to consistent winter waxing, we’re giving you our top tips for winning the winter skincare struggle.
Tailor your skincare
Your clothing, your makeup, even your diet changes as the seasons do, your skincare routine should follow suit! Your skin requires more nourishment, moisture, and hydration as the winter sets, so it is beneficial to make sure your skincare products have thicker and more nourishing formulas. You also want to be mindful of the steps in your routine, as you need to exfoliate more and apply more products during the winter months to ensure the skin is healthy. You may also want to look at the cleansers and serums you use, as you may need to opt for soap-free cleansers instead of foam which may become too harsh during winter.
Exfoliate regularly
Spending the winter dealing with dry, flaky skin on your face and body is a pain. Exfoliation is crucial in removing any dry or dead skin cells from the surface and allowing your natural glow to shine through even with freezing temps. Removing the dead skin can allow your skincare products to penetrate deeply and act more quickly and efficiently. When choosing the products for your skin, look for exfoliators and moisturizers with essential oils and natural ingredients to rapidly hydrate your thirsty skin. Try to exfoliate at least 3 to 4 times a week during your bath or shower. A great choice in body exfoliator would be Depil Brazil’s Arpoador Gel Exfoliant.
While exfoliation is super important, you want to be sure to do it in moderation. Over-exfoliation is just as bad on the skin as not exfoliating and can dry and irritate your skin out just the same.
Keep your skin (and the air around you) moisturized.
The dry winter air can be damaging to your skin, causing it to become dry and flaky. It’s important that you moisturize every day, morning and before bed, to combat the dryness. Applying your lotions or oils straight after your shower or bath to damp skin can have the most hydrating effects. Your skin will need immediate nourishment after being in the hot water so take an extra minute to lather yourself up in a body moisturizer and apply your skincare to ensure you get the most out of your products!
While you’re indoors you may find yourself kicking up the heat a few notches as the temps drop outside. Heaters are notorious for drying out the air and sucking the moisture out of the skin. Use a humidifier in your room overnight to keep the moisture filling the air so you wake up feeling refreshed and your skin feeling hydrated. If you can, use more than one humidifier throughout your house to disperse the moisture more evenly.
Drink plenty of water
Internal hydrates have effects on the external appearance of your skin. When the body is dehydrated your skin becomes lackluster, dark, gaunt, and rough. With some many chances for the body to boost hydration during the winter, it’s important that your also ramp up your water consumption during the frigid months. Start your day with a cup of room temperature water as soon as you rise to jump-start your internal system and hydrate your body. Also, try to include more herbal tea including green tea and chamomile into your mealtimes for a warm winter drink that benefits the skin. It’s also great to keep a water bottle near you throughout the day so you aren’t tempted to purchase sugary, caffeinated beverages. Consuming too many caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea, soda) can be dehydrating to your skin. since caffeine acts as a diuretic and prevents the skin from retaining moisture, thus drying it out.
We’re all guilty of neglecting our skin a little during winter – it’s not always the most inspiring time and it’s easy to let things go. Winter may wreak havoc on your skin, but you don’t have to let it happen. If we take the time to be attentive to our bodies and our skin, we can easily make it through the winter with nourished, healthy, hydrated skin. For more information on how you can care for your skin through the winter months and product recommendations to speak to your local Depil Brazil wax pro. Book now and get a free wax service of your choice for extra soft, smooth skin this winter.
