Winter Skin Care Tips

• Winter skin protection- Even in winter you need to protect the skin from sunlight, don’t be fooled into thinking that because is cold or cloudy the sun won’t have an effect on the skin. Wear sunscreen every day with at least 15 or 20 spf, on the face and neck to avoid neck wrinkles .
  
  
• Use a good top moisturizer for your skin type during the day. Reapply every time the skin feels dry or tight.
  
  
• Sudden changes of temperature like getting in and out of places will have a negative effect on the skin, especially dry and sensitive skin .
  
  
• There are certain winter skin conditions such as psoriasis and dermatitis that worsen in the cooler months and they should be under a dermatologist supervision.
  
  
• If your skin is sensitive or you have dry skin caused by winter is a good idea to use a humidifier at home. Heat can have a negative effect on the skin.
  
  Alternatively you can place a wet towel over the radiator or a bowl with cold water in the room.
  
  
• Use a nutritive skin care product at night, specific to your skin type .
  
  
• Hot air dehydrates the skin, so stay away from heat with hot air and air conditioning.
  
  
• Drink plenty of water to hydrate the skin inside out
  
  
• Take the necessary vitamins and minerals to fight off colds and improve the skin's appearance from a healthy diet.
  
  
• Use a lip balm to avoid dry and cracked lips.
  
  
• Don't neglect the hands. The skin in the hands get really dry with cold and bad weather. Use a moisturizing hand cream and once a week use a scrub. Find out more about hands care .

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