In winter, your skin has a lot to deal with. dry, cold weather, icy winds, and central heating are a nasty combination leaving your skin feeling dry, itchy and even flaky. It’s so important to skin an extra helping hand at this time of year. However, even the best skincare routine can struggle under the pressure of cold weather, which is why today, I’m going to offer some tips to help you add some much-needed moisture back into your skin.

Here are 7 Excellent Tips to Banish Your Winter Dry Skin Woes to Reveal Your Natural Healthy Glow. 

1. Change your moisturizer-

The first step to caring for your skin in the winter is to ditch your regular moisturizer. It may just not be enough to hydrate your skin in the unforgiving months of the winter. Opt for a creamy one instead with vitamin E or peptides to effectively treat dry and damaged skin. Natural oils are also your best bet in the winters. Make sure you choose one that suits your skin type. You will have to dilute the natural oils for sensitive skin types before you use them on your face.

2. Add Vitamin C to your skincare routine-

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is currently a must-have ingredient in your skincare routine. Vitamin C boosts the skin’s natural ability to produce collagen and fight the signs of ageing, and helps maintain adequate moisture levels in the skin. If you haven’t added it yet, the cold months of the winter are the right time to do so. 

3. Avoid long comforting showers with hot water-

We all love to indulge in long and hot baths that provide a respite from the biting cold. Though they are pretty comforting, they rob the essential moisture from your skin, leaving it dry, itchy, and flaky. A shorter bath or a shower with lukewarm water will not be as punishing to your skin. You can include oatmeal in your bath to add a dose of moisture to your skin. Remember to lather on a thick body lotion right after stepping out of the shower to lock in the water. It is the best way to prevent post-bath dryness and keep your skin hydrated. 

4. Keep away from alcohol products-

Using an alcohol-based toner or astringent can undo your efforts to keep skin hydrated. Some facial toners and astringents contain a high amount of alcohol. Products with alcohol are extremely drying to the skin. They dry up the skin’s natural oils and moisture, turning your skin dry and itchy. If you constantly suffer from itchy and flaky skin, you might want to skip this part of your skincare routine or opt for soothing hydrating toners for that beautiful winter glow. Also, it is wise to avoid skincare products that are heavily fragranced as they may irritate your dry skin.

5. Use humidifiers indoors-

Most of us like to be at home, wrapped in the warmth and comfort of our favourite blankets. But if you have turned your central heating a bit too much, it may not be a good move, skin-wise. The combination of dry air inside your home and the harsh cold wind outside can be catastrophic for it. To put some moisture back into your skin and the air around you, you can consider investing in a humidifier. A humidifier works by evaporating water and loading up moisture into your surroundings thus, preventing your skin from over-drying. 

6. Indulge in hydrating packs and sheet masks-

Now and then, lathering on some moisturizer may not be enough for your skin. If you are fighting with dry skin despite your best efforts, it’s time to give it some TLC. Intense hydration in the form of packs and masks can do wonders for your skin. Rich masks with super moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid and aloe vera will make your skin soft and supple. These ingredients are known to lock in moisture and soothe irritation. 

7. Consume healthy fats-

Take care of your skin from the outside by nourishing it from within as well. In winter, try to add healthy fats to your diet. Foods containing Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids like salmon, avocados, olive oil, and nuts will help replenish the skin. They will also help you increase your immunity for the harsh winters and improve your resistance to cold. 

Conclusion-

If you’ve lost your dewy glow, you can get it back! The frigid temperatures and blustery winds of winter don’t have to leave you with dry, raw skin. You can keep your skin from suffering from the winter weather blues by taking these 7 steps.