Winter has arrived and while the colder months ahead bring the pleasure of cosy evenings and festive celebrations, they also present new challenges for your skin. The fall of temperature and humidity can be a riot, causing dryness, flakiness and irritability. So, when the seasons change, so should your skincare routine. Here’s your guide to winter skincare, complete with expert tips and product recommendations to keep your skin glowing all season long.
Hydration is Key
Winter air is dry, and central heating can deplete your skin of its oils. To counteract this, make hydration a must in your skincare game. Replace your light summer moisturizers with heavy, emollient creams that will form a barrier against the elements. Seek out ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides, to seal in moisture.
Gentle Cleansing
Cleansing is a vital step in your skincare routine, yet some harsh cleansers can strip away those crucial oils essential to skin health, making your complexion even drier when winter rolls around. Use gentle, hydrating cleansers that purify your skin without interfering with your skin’s natural barrier. Cream or oil-based cleansers are wonderful during this time of year.
Exfoliate Wisely
Exfoliation removes the dead skin cells, so this allows your moisturizers to absorb better. But over-exfoliating can set back already angry winter skin. Stick to a gentle exfoliator once or twice a week at most, and do not use scrubs. Instead, opt for chemical exfoliants with lactic acid or mandelic acid for a more delicate approach.
Saante Time Rewind Face Cream
Winter skin requires extra care, and Saante’s Time Rewind Face Cream is the perfect addition to your routine. Inspired by the timeless beauty secrets of the Geishas, this luxurious cream features Camellia Japonica, renowned for its anti-aging properties. The blend of Moringa oil, known for its adaptogenic properties, helps reduce facial stress, while Rosehip oil regenerates cells and tissues. Enriched with essential oils of rose, sandalwood, and frankincense, this cream combats dryness and enhances skin’s elasticity. Shea butter adds an extra layer of hydration, ensuring your skin remains soft, supple, and radiant throughout winter.
Don’t Forget the Sunscreen
Sunscreen isn’t only a summer thing. UV rays can go through clouds and snow, leading to damage even in winter. Choose a broad-spectrum SPF of 30 or higher, and apply daily, especially if swimming or spending time outside or around reflective surfaces (snow).
Lip and Hand Care
Yes, and winter’s severity takes a toll on your lips and hands. Keep them shielded with hydrating lip balms and hand creams. Search for key ingredients such as shea butter, beeswax and vitamin E to keep it soft and avoid any cracking.
Saante Rose Body Oil
For an indulgent full-body experience, try Saante’s Rose Body Oil. Packed with hydrating and balancing properties of rose, this body oil offers relief from winter dryness while stimulating circulation and easing inflammation. With soothing and antibacterial jojoba oil, it helps to balance the skin’s natural oil production and leaves your skin feeling silky soft, nourished and enveloped in a sensual floral aroma.. Apply it after a shower to seal in moisture, get the spa treatment at home.
Stay Hydrated from Within
Skincare isn’t just about what you apply externally. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated from within. Herbal teas and water-rich foods like cucumbers and oranges can also help maintain your skin’s moisture levels.
Overnight Masks
Consider using an overnight hydrating mask once or twice a week. These masks work while you sleep, delivering an intense boost of moisture and repairing the skin barrier. Look for masks with ingredients like squalane or vitamin E for maximum benefits.
Final Thoughts
Winter skin care is not as scary as it sounds. With some mindful changes and the right products, you can have glowing, healthy skin even during the coldest months. Saante’s Time Rewind Face Cream and Rose Body Oil are powerhouse products to add to your winter skincare routine, melting in luxurious formulas with proven benefits. So, bundle up, stay hydrated, and allow your skin to bask in the glow of proper care.
This winter, let your skincare routine be as comforting as your favorite cozy sweater. Your skin will thank you!