Winter Skin Care Myths Debunked: How to Keep Your Skin Hydrated

Winter is the most perfect time of year. Everyone is wrapping up in stylish knits and oversized scarves. Christmas is just around the corner. The weather is colder, and everyone wants to keep warm and cosy. While it’s a great time to be snuggling up with your nearest and dearest, your skin is going to suffer.

The harsh winter conditions can play havoc on our gorgeous skin. You may be prone to dry, flaky skin. Your skin may look a little washed out due to the lack of sun. Keeping your skin hydrated and dewy in the winter can be tough. But, there are some great skin care tips that you can utilise. You’ll look fresh and pretty in no time!

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1. Scrubs Will Be Your Best Friend Having a good, reliable facial scrub is vital during the winter months. As your skin may be prone to drying out, you need to rid your skin of these dead cells. Make sure that you invest in a vigorous scrub this winter. There are some excellent choices available. Make sure you get a scrub that compliments your skin. If you are prone to oily skin and breakouts, your skin may suffer from a crème-based scrub. You can also purchase scrubs with dermabrasion attachments. These are perfect for getting at the problem areas on one’s face. The creases in the nose and cheeks are more susceptible to dry skin. Make sure you are targeting these areas first.

2. Cleanse, Tone, Moisturise: It’s a Skin-Care Staple Okay, so everyone is aware of the importance of cleansing, toning and moisturising. But, you need to up your beauty game in the winter. Your skin will be suffering from a lack of hydration, so you need to rehydrate it as a matter of urgency. One of the most common winter months is that people don’t suffer from breakouts during the winter. This is untrue. Your skin can still be prone to breakouts and spots. So, investing a small amount of time in your skin care regimen is still vital in the winter months.

3. Mattifying Sunscreen: You Still Need It! Mattifying sunscreen and foundations are necessary. Ensure that your skin is the epitome of fresh and matter with this cheap makeup essential. You don’t have to spend a fortune on a good primer or mattifying sunscreen. Just ensure that your cosmetic bag has one. Primers and mattifying sunscreens can ensure that sallow, winter skin is plumped and rejuvenated. Winter skin is prone to looking tired and pale. Primers can ensure that your skin has that much-coveted youthful glow. What’s more, you will look positively radiant. The weather may be dull, but your skin doesn’t have to be.

4.  Change Your Moisturiser Many of us choose to have lightly, whipped moisturisers during the summer. After all, you don’t want your skin to look like an oil slick in the hot summer heat. During the winter, however, you need to make sure that you are changing your moisturiser. Opt for a thicker, more developed cream. Cold cream is perfect for the winter months. It’s thick, indulgent and oil-based. This allows your skin to hydrate overnight.