The clocks have gone back, the temperature has dropped, the dark nights are drawing in and we’re officially in the run-up to Christmas. But while these cold days do have a festive magic, the winter weather can also play havoc with our skin.
“The natural moisture on your skin makes your face icy cold, but you need that extra moisture for when you’re inside and the heating is drying skin out,” says Micaela Nisbett, founder of Neighbourhood Botanicals, “so you have to up your skincare game in winter.”
Here are some top tips from the skincare pros:
Don’t overload skin
“As we enter autumn, take care not to overload your skin by suddenly switching to different products,” says Olivia Thorpe, founder of Vanderohe.
“There is no reason you should need to switch up your skincare routine through different seasons,” she says. “Consistently good products should be able to transition seamlessly into different seasons — plant oils are particularly good at this, working on both oily and dry skin extremes.”
Layer up
If your skin is dryer in winter, layering is key—and products should be applied in a particular order.
“Your moisturiser and serums should go on first, and then follow up with a rich facial oil,” advises Micaela. “This will act as barrier, allowing the moisture to be kept in the skin’s layers rather than pulled out by the dry outside air.”
Exfoliation is key
You might think that you should avoid scrubbing your skin if it’s already dry, but the opposite is true. Exfoliating gets rid of dull skin cells to reveal your inner glow.
“It’s even more key in winter when our skin is getting all flaky,” says Micaela. “Plus, it will also help prevent any breakouts or blocked pores.”
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