Your Ultimate Winter Hydration Guide for Dry Skin
Ah, winter. The season of cozy blankets and hot chai that tastes 10x better for no reason. But while our hearts love the cold, our skin definitely doesn’t. One glance at your dry hands, ashy elbows or that random itchy and flaky patch on your leg, and you know that winter has announced itself.
But worry not, as we’ve come fully prepared with the best winter skincare tips and tricks up our sleeves. Keep reading for the smartest practical tips that’ll winter-proof your skin and keep it soft and hydrated all season long.
Cleansing Using Gentle Cleansers
Face washes get a bad reputation in winter for being too strong and stripping. And honestly, some of them really are. Winter skin needs softness and gentleness, in the form of a hydrating cleanser. So if your usual face wash leaves your skin feeling dry and tight, it’s time to switch. A gentle, winter-friendly cleanser makes all the difference. It thoroughly cleans your face, but without stealing the moisture. Once you upgrade this tiny step, your skin will feel 10x better.
The AM-PM Hydration Game
Winter skin demands 24-H care – all day, and all night. Morning is when your skin wants hydration, protection, and a little glow boost to kickstart your day. Night, on the other hand, is when your skin gets into repair mode. That’s when it wants the heavy, rich, nourishing stuff that helps it recover and repair. This is why having an AM cream and a PM cream makes such a huge difference. Your AM cream keeps your skin fresh and protected through the day, while your PM cream works for overnight repairing, nourishing, and restoring hydration while you sleep. It’s the teamwork your winter skin didn’t know it needed.
Locking in the Moisture with Facial Oils
Now comes the part every person with dry skin loves the most: facial oils. Creams do a great job, but sometimes in winter, your skin needs more. Made from rich, nourishing ingredients, a facial oil is an intensive hydration therapy session for your skin. When you apply a facial oil after your PM moisturizer, it acts like a seal for locking in all the goodness so you wake up with skin that feels smooth and plump. Honestly, once you start using facial oil in winter, there’s no going back.
Sun Protection is Very Important
There’s a big myth that winter sun is not harmful. The truth is, winter sun combined with winter dryness actually accelerates ageing more than one would like to imagine. So SPF is clearly non-negotiable. Now is the perfect time to switch to a lotion-based sunscreen. Unlike gel sunscreens that are better suited for summers, a sunscreen lotion gives you hydration AND sun protection in one shot. Perfect for lazy winter days when all you want to do is finish your routine in under two minutes.
Protection Barrier Against Pollution
Did you know that pollution is one of the biggest reasons winter skin feels extra dull, dry and irritated? When your skin is dehydrated, dust, smoke and smog cling to your already-compromised barrier like a magnet, making your dryness and dullness even worse. This is where a pollution-protective moisturizer becomes a total game changer. One of the best options is Glo Radiance Luminous Skin Protective Lotion. It hydrates your skin, forms a protective layer, and gives it a sheer, BB cream-like tint that evens out your skin tone. Perfect for office, brunch or basically anywhere.
Wrapping up
Takin care of your skin is a year-round job, but winter is when your skin really needs your care. The small switches and simple habits we shared will take your winter hydration up a notch and will make sure your winter skin stays hydrated, glowing, nourished AND protected throughout the season.
