So, you’ve bought a puffer jacket, invested in an electric blanket and stocked your fridge with a range of soup-friendly ingredients… But have you winter-proofed your skincare routine yet? Here are five tips to look after your skin in winter, plus six of our favourite beauty products right now to add to your routine!
1. Hydrate your skin
Dry winter weather can lead to parched, flaky skin. Keep your skin hydrated by using a moisturiser that suits your skin type – look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin and ceramides, which help to lock in moisture and keep your skin plump and hydrated.
2. Hydrate and nourish your body
Drinking enough water is essential for maintaining healthy skin, regardless of the season – and so is eating nutritious, skin-friendly food. Add a few extra glasses of water or cups of green tea to your daily routine, and incorporate hydrating fruits and vegetables into your diet to nourish your skin from the inside out.
3. Protect against the elements
Cold winds and low temperatures can be harsh on your skin. Stock up on soft scarves, protective hats and gloves when going outside – they’ll not only keep you warm but also provide a barrier against cold winds and help to prevent moisture loss from your skin. And remember: you still need to wear sunblock in winter! (Yes, it’s annoying, but UV rays can still damage your skin during the winter months, so don’t skip the sunscreen step!)
4. Use a gentle cleanser
Avoid using harsh cleansers that can strip away your skin’s natural oils, and rather opt for a mild, fragrance-free cleanser that is gentle on your skin. Look for cleansers that are labelled “hydrating” or “moisturising” to provide extra moisture while cleansing.
5. Get active
There’s nothing quite like exercise to give your skin a rosy glow, so if you’re feeling a bit lacklustre and your mood – and skin – needs a boost, consider a brisk walk, some indoor dancing or a leisurely stretch to get your blood pumping. (Just remember to stock up on comforting, nourishing body creams and washes for the shower after!)
Our Skin Rescue Kit picks
1. Revlon Illuminance Foundation
This deeply hydrating foundation is packed full of skincare goodness including must-have ingredients hyaluronic acid and squalane. It’s buildable, applies so silkily and feels beautiful on the skin – it’s a real barely-there foundation that balances your complexion to perfection.
www.revlon.com/collection-content/illuminance
2. By Terry Hyuronic Global Serum
A luxe serum packed with hyaluronic acid, the hydrating molecule that can hold 1,000 times its weight in water. It absorbs like a dream to keep your skin feeling soft and hydrated.
www.mecca.com.au/by-terry/hyaluronic-global-serum-30ml/I-059159.html
3. The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors + HA
I love the simplicity of this moisturiser that instantly gives thirsty skin a drink. It’s non greasy, uber-soft and full of hardworking skincare ingredients including amino acids, urea, glycerin, saccharides, sodium PCA, hyaluronic acid and lipids, at a very accessible price point.
www.priceline.com.au/product/67621/the-ordinary-natural-moisturizing-factors
4. Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask
The ultimate soother for nourishing and balancing skin in need of some TLC! This multi-use formula can be used as a rich moisturiser or mask, and will leave skin feeling healthy and happy. It feature niacinamide to balance and calm, glycerin and hyaluronic acid to plump, plus antioxidants to promote healthier-looking skin. The Jet Lag Mask is vegan and fragrance free, too, and has been endorsed by A-list celebrities including Kim Kardashian and Jessica Alba.
www.mecca.com.au/summer-fridays/jet-lag-mask-64g/I-050675.html
5. No 7 Vitamin C + E facial capsules.
I love knowing my serum’s working as hard as it should, and these capsules ensure a fresh dose of brightening vitamin C and E that leaves my skin feeling good all day. It’s antioxidants brightens, softens and protects.
6. Benefit Pore Care Foaming Cleanser
I adore this cleanser; it leaves my skin feeling really smooth! It lathers into a lush foam to remove dirt, impurities and oil, and leaves skin looking and feeling purified. Plus, it helps pores look smaller, without causing any tightness or dryness after washing.
www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/benefit-cosmetics/benefit-pore-care-foaming-cleanser.html
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