Winter is cozy, but it’s not always kind to your skin and hair. It’s cold and dry outside and warm and dry inside with the heat sucking moisture away, leaving you with flaky skin, chapped lips, dull hair and an itchy scalp. The good news? You don’t need a long routine or expensive products to fix this. A few easy habits to keep you looking fresh all season. Here are 10 easy tips to get you started:
Use a mild cleanser
Harsh face washes take away the natural oils your skin needs in cold weather. Select a mild, creamy or oil-based cleanser that washes off without leaving your face feeling tight. Do not use hot water, but lukewarm and pat your skin dry, don’t rub it.
Moisturize Right After Showering
Moisturize with a moisturizer when the skin is damp. This aids in trapping water before it evaporates. Look for ingredients such as glycerin, ceramides and hyaluronic acid. In winter a heavier cream is preferable to a light lotion.
Remember Your Sunblock
The sun is still strong in winter and UV rays can still penetrate your skin even on cloudy days. Always apply a sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 30 or more every morning, especially if you are outside.
Take short, warm showers
A long hot shower, in the cold, feels great but dries your skin and scalp out. Keep showers to under 10 minutes and use warm water. Use body lotion or oil immediately after you get out.
Drink plenty of water
When it’s cold we tend to drink less water – but our skin and hair need it just the same. Shoot for six to eight glasses a day. Warm water, herbal tea and soups all count and keep you comfy.
Eat Your Way to Radiant Skin
Your skin starts on your plate. Include nuts, seeds, fish, eggs, citrus fruits, carrots and leafy greens in your meals. These foods provide vitamins A, C and E and healthy fats that will keep skin soft and hair strong.
Oil your hair weekly
The winter air can dry, frizz and make your hair brittle. Heat up some coconut, almond or olive oil and massage into the scalp and hair. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes and then wash it off with mild shampoo.
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Shampoo Less Often
Washing your hair everyday washes away natural oils. Wash two or three times a week, and always condition the lengths. Avoid using very hot water as it can dry out the scalp and cause dandruff.
Protect Your Hands, Feet & Lips
These are the first to dry off. Apply a lip balm throughout the day, apply hand cream after washing your hands and rub a thick moisturizer on your feet at nite before wearing cotton socks.
Humidify the air
Heaters and blowers dry indoor air. Use a humidifier in your bedroom, or put a bowl of water near the heater. It’s a little thing that can prevent your skin from feeling tight and flaky overnight.
Last Words
Winter skin and hair care is all about gentle care, consistent moisture and healthy daily habits. You don’t have to do everything at once. Try two or three tips starting off and work them into your routine and add others as you go. Your skin and hair will thank you with a natural glow that will last well beyond the cold months.
