As the seasons start to change from warm to cool, your skin barrier can become unhappy and disrupted. When this happens, you can experience all sorts of concerns, ranging from sensitivity to dryness and even breakouts. This is due to a range of factors, from dry air to indoor heating.
Fortunately, there are ways to keep your skin’s protective barrier happy and working as it should for a healthy and radiant complexion. Here are five ways to make sure yours survives the weather transition.
TIP #1: Keep your body hydrated
Maintaining your body’s hydration levels is a cornerstone in maintaining your overall health and well-being. When you become dehydrated, so does your skin, which can contribute to dryness, itchiness and a rough texture. So even when it’s cold, make sure you’re drinking enough H2O!
TIP #2: Watch your water temperature
There are naturally occurring oils on your skin that are necessary to keep your barrier healthy and your skin soft and smooth. By using very hot water when you bath or shower, you strip these away, which can make your skin dry, so it’s best to keep it lukewarm.
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TIP #3: Check your skincare ingredients…
Some ingredients are more effective than others when it comes to keeping your skin’s protective barrier functioning optimally, especially in cooler weather. Ones that should be on your radar include super-hydrator hyaluronic acid, as well as ceramides, which help your skin retain moisture.
TIP #4: …as well as their formulas
In the warmer months of the year, we sweat more. Because of this, using a lightweight moisturiser can generally provide enough moisture. When the cold weather sets in and the air is dry, it’s a good idea to switch to a thicker, more nourishing formula to protect your skin.
TIP #5: Invest in a humidifier
Just because it’s Africa doesn’t mean we don’t experience cold temperatures in winter. This means we’ll soon be hauling out the heaters, which are notorious for drying out our environments, which, in turn, dries out our skin. Using a humidifier can replace the moisture in the air.
Are you looking for products to keep your skin in good condition as the seasons change? Shop them online or at your nearest Edgars store.
