Winter can be harsh on your skin, but with the right knowledge and products, you can maintain a healthy, glowing complexion. Our team of experts at The Facialist has put together a comprehensive guide to help you understand the best skincare practices and ingredients to use during the colder months.
As temperatures drop, the air becomes drier, and indoor heating further depletes your skin's moisture levels. This can lead to a compromised skin barrier, making it more susceptible to irritation and dryness. Here’s how you can combat these effects:
The Science: Hydration is essential for maintaining the skin’s barrier function. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin are powerful humectants that draw moisture into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and plump.
What to Look For: Products with multi-molecular weight hyaluronic acid, which can penetrate different skin layers, ensuring comprehensive hydration.
Our Recommendation: Hydr8 B5™ Liquid Rehydration Serum - Enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5, this serum delivers intense hydration and improves the skin’s moisture retention.
The Science: Cleansing is a crucial step in any skincare routine, but it's important to choose a cleanser that won't strip your skin of its natural oils, especially in winter.
What to Look For: Gentle, nourishing cleansers that effectively remove impurities without compromising the skin’s moisture balance.
Our Recommendation: SuperSkin Cleanser - This cleanser is formulated to cleanse your skin gently while maintaining its natural hydration and softness.
The Science: Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover and allowing better absorption of skincare products. However, winter skin is more sensitive, so it’s important to choose gentle exfoliants.
What to Look For: Enzyme-based exfoliants that dissolve dead skin cells without abrasive scrubbing.
Our Recommendation: Janesce Gentle Enzyme Peel - This plant-based exfoliant uses enzymes from pineapple and papaya to gently renew and refine the skin, preserving its natural barrier.
The Science: Moisturisers with occlusive ingredients form a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and shielding it from environmental stressors.
What to Look For: Creams containing shea butter, ceramides, and natural oils that nourish and protect the skin.
Our AM Recommendation: TYWG Restorative Hydration Cream - This luxurious cream, enriched with Bioactive Totarol™, hyaluronic acid, and New Zealand botanical blends, protects against premature ageing, boosts radiance, and keeps your skin nourished throughout the day.
Our PM Recommendation: Emma Lewisham Supernatural Sleeping Mask - This luxurious overnight mask boosts collagen, nourishes the skin, and locks in hydration, ensuring you wake up with a radiant complexion.
The Science: Adding a few drops of facial oil to your moisturiser can enhance its hydrating properties and give your skin a radiant boost. Oils like jojoba, rosehip, and argan are packed with essential fatty acids and antioxidants.
What to Look For: Lightweight, non-comedogenic oils that absorb easily and provide nourishment without clogging pores.
Our Recommendation: Glow Oil - Mix a few drops of this luxurious oil with your moisturiser for an extra boost of hydration and radiance.
Skin soaking is a simple yet transformative step in your routine. By soaking a cloth in warm water and pressing it against your face, you can hydrate your skin and prepare it for better absorption of your skincare products. This practice can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your routine.
Even in winter, UVA rays can penetrate clouds and windows, causing skin damage. Incorporate a broad-spectrum sunscreen into your daily routine.
Keep your skin hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids and using serums and moisturisers with potent hydrators like hyaluronic acid.
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Understanding the science behind skincare can help you choose the right products and practices for your winter routine. By focusing on hydration, gentle exfoliation, and protective moisturisation, you can keep your skin healthy and radiant all season long.
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