Is Your Skin Winter Ready?

Low humidity in winter steals moisture from skin every second of every day. And indoors it’s blasted with dry heat. So it’s no wonder our skin often ends up dry, flaky and itchy. Additionally, taking hot showers in the winter may feel great – but the hot water can further contribute to skin dryness and itchiness. Transitioning from cold outdoor air to warm indoor air can cause redness and inflammation in the skin, as the blood vessels in the skin are quickly expanding and contracting to accommodate the change in temperature.With all that dry air, you may find you need additional steps in your daily skin care routine, including exfoliators to remove extra dead skin and heavier creams to protect your skin.

Some tips to keep in mind:
– Use warm water instead of hot water to wash your face
– Use a gentle exfoliator and washcloth to help remove dead skin cell
buildup
– Apply serums before moisturizer for extra hydration
– Avoid overly scented products as these can be more irritating to your skin
in the winter
– A mild chemical peel can help exfoliate and decongest your skin
– Adequate sleep is such an essential component to maintaining healthy
skin, and that uninterrupted time in the night is the perfect opportunity for
the skin to recover.
– Consider adding a humidifier in your bedroom. Not only can this help
treat dryness, but it can be an effective tool for prevention. You don’t
need to wait until you get irritated skin to make an improvement to your
environment.
– Don’t forget your sunscreen just because it’s winter.

If you have a skin condition, you may find that the cold weather aggravates your symptoms.This dryness leads to issues like cracking, itchiness, chapping and redness.It may also simply worsen existing skin concerns, such as acne or rosacea.
The weather changes year-round so it’s important to make sure your skin care routine fits with the season. At Glamedix we are always available to you for a complimentary skin care consultation and offer some amazing medical grade skincare to get your skin more balanced and radiant.

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