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Protecting your skin from the sun during the warm season is just as important during the cold. Shielding your body with pom-pom hats, eskimo jacket, mittens and scarves can only do so much. What you should really be doing to shield your skin from the cold is using a skin-care routine that is identical to an eskimo jacket. Here is a simple guide we\u2019ve curated from the help of our Le Caprice Professionals to help you transition your fall to winter skin care routine.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
1. Life can feel heavy at times, but your moisturizer doesn\u2019t have to be. Thicker sweaters aren\u2019t always better, that’s the same case for your moisturizer. Your instincts it to reach for the most opulent moisturizer you can find, but stop and ask yourself: Does your skin break out easily? Is your skin oily? Put down that La Mer – it\u2019s asking for blemishes. Rule of thumb, creams are heavier than lotions, which are richer in texture than ointments. According to Dr. P, \u201cIt\u2019s not the viscosity of the products that makes the difference; it\u2019s the level of active ingredients.\u201d The most important thing is to find moisturizers that really penetrates and hydrate the skin. And if you\u2019re breakout-prone, dermatologist Dr. Macrene-Alexiades says, \u201cYou may not use petrolatum- or oil-based formulas, or you will break out.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
2. The perfect winter moisturizer for you depends on your skin type. If your skin type is normal to oily, we recommend a rich formula that feels velvety so that it won\u2019t leave you feeling patchy during the dry winds. If your skin is dry, opt for a lavish formula. And if you are oily-prone, reach for a moisturizer that has lipids that does not include oil or petrolatum. If you suffer from extremely dry skin, reach for an emollient moisturizer that locks in moisture, and follow with a second layer of cream moisturizer to finish.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
3. Face oils don\u2019t moisturize the skin. Again: Face oils do not hydrate your skin. Face oils are considered the apple-cider vinegar of moisturizers, as in readers assume it\u2019s the magic solution to all problems. According to Dr. F, skin can\u2019t readily absorb oily easily, hence why it can make you feel greasy. \u201cThe bad news is that face oil doesn\u2019t penetrate the skin. But the good news is that it can give you a glow and add a protective layer from wind and outside forces. But it won\u2019t hydrate the same way a cream or ointment would.\u201d To get the most benefits from face oil is to add a few drops into your moisturizer so you can reap the advantage of both moisturizer and face oil.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
4. Invest in a Humidifier. Your luscious locks enemy is a friend to your skin. Nearly all places, not to mention your office, are warmed with dry heat, and thus dehydrates your skin. Investing in a humidifier will let you have control over the water level in your environment.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
5. Cut showers and baths short and not too hot. Dermatologist recommend that you keep showering time to a minimum. The best temperature is lukewarm, sort of like your feelings towards staying late at work on Fridays. Water does not hydrate your skin, thus excessively hot water will dehydrate and cause redness to skin.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
6. Moisturize as if you\u2019re being timed. Immediately following your facial wash or getting out of the shower, gently pat your skin dry and begin applying moisturizer. You cannot get your moisturizer on quick enough! After washing your face, pores are open and you want to apply the moisturizer right after, but make sure it\u2019s not too damp or else that will dilute the product.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
7. Incorporate more fish into your diet. Changes to your diet can keep your skin looking and feeling supple. Firstly, foods that contain omega-3s, which is in the entire fish family: halibut, salmon, sardines and anchovies. Stay away from coffee since it\u2019s diuretics and alcohol due to its dehydrating properties. Sugary, and starchy foods can cause an inflammatory reaction in the body and consequences can lead to dry skin, acne, eczema, and rosacea. Bright side is that you can still eat sushi!<\/p>\n
\n8. Limit exfoliation. If you notice that your skin is dry and flaky, resist the urge to exfoliate more than you usually would. Using harsh exfoliators or peeling agents will continue to weaken and strip your skin barrier when you need that protection the most.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Protecting your skin from the sun during the warm season is just as important during the cold. Shielding your body with pom-pom hats, eskimo jacket, mittens and scarves can only do so much. What you should really be doing to shield your skin from the cold is using a skin-care routine that is identical to an eskimo jacket. Here is…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n