How to prevent cold days from being your skin's enemy?
Cold weather is not your skin's best friend. If you follow a few expert tips, cold days do not have to leave consequences on your face, and it can remain and look beautiful and well-cared-for.
Both dry air, cold air, and strong wind can certainly affect the appearance of your face. To minimize their effects, experts recommend six things you can do for the health and beauty of your skin during the „ice season.“ As a skin care expert, Dayne Elizabeth shared a few tips worth following.
Good choice of oil – Oils protect and nourish the skin, keeping it hydrated and nourished. A quality facial oil, such as argan oil, will not only hydrate your skin – both face and body – but will enrich it with nutrients that will fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, repair dry, damaged areas of the skin, and improve the lipid barrier, which in turn prevents moisture loss through the pores.
Be sure to always apply oil to slightly damp skin for better absorption, and do not rub, but pat the oil into the skin.
Mandatory peeling – Cold, dry air accelerates water loss from the skin, which can make the skin look rough and dry, cause it to flake and even crack. In addition, the buildup of dead skin cells can interfere with the absorption of moisturizers and other facial products. To combat this, use a gentle scrub once or twice a week to rejuvenate the skin's surface.
When choosing a scrub, stay away from aggressive ones with strong abrasive action, as they can strip the skin's natural oils and potentially cause irritation. Instead, try a gentle scrub made of oatmeal, almond flour, or honey.
Do not „mistreat“ the skin - Many people make the mistake of over-cleaning their skin or rinsing with hot water during the cold winter months. These are precisely the two main causes of dry, dehydrated skin.
No matter how much oil you apply afterwards, these unhealthy habits actually disrupt the lipid barrier, and your skin may need time to recover. A damaged lipid barrier can lead to dry, inflamed skin.
Always rinse your skin with lukewarm water and use a gentle oil-based cleanser, preferably only in the evening. In the morning, spray a hydrating toner onto a cotton pad and wipe your face before applying your chosen oil.
When it comes to body care, use body washes and soaps that do not contain harsh detergents, such as sodium lauryl sulfate, which in turn can strip your skin of its natural oils and cause irritation.
Add some moisture to the air – The reason why winter is such a harsh season for our skin is the lack of moisture in the air. A humidifier in your home can help add moisture and humidity to the air to help your skin stay hydrated.
You can add essential oils for aromatherapy to the humidifier, and they will help you improve your mood. Lavender oil, for example, will calm you down, peppermint oil will give you energy, and citrus will lift your spirits.
Stress management – Stress is an enemy in every sense, including when it comes to good and healthy skin. It can affect numerous aspects – from disrupting the skin's natural balance to breaking down collagen, which puts our skin at risk of premature aging.
Finding ways to effectively manage stress can greatly help your skin look its best and radiant during the colder season. Make an effort to exercise at least three times a week, because movement and sweating release endorphins and lower the levels of the stress hormone, cortisol.
You can also try going to yoga, walking in nature, painting, singing... do anything that occupies your mind in a positive, creative way, but most importantly, it should be something you simply love to do!
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