WHY IS MY SKIN SUCH A MESS IN THE WINTER?
The climate in Winter wrecks havoc on our skin for a couple of reasons. The cold air dries out your complexion, leading to a compromised skin barrier. Despite the lack of sunshine, up to 90 % of UV rays still penetrate through the clouds, with ultraviolet radiation even more intensified if you are at higher altitudes, surrounded by reflective snow. More than any other time of year, your skin needs some extra TLC as it battles the elements in Winter.
HOW DO I STOP MY SKIN FROM BEING DRY IN THE WINTER?
Ceramides are the best ingredient to use in colder weather to keep your skin hydrated. They offer both moisturizing and shielding capabilities, which is extremely important when faced with freezing temperatures. Vitamin E also soothes and calms skin which helps to reduce redness, and leave skin looking more conditioned.
WHY IS MY SKIN ALWAYS RED IN THE WINTER?
The extreme contrast of indoor heating systems at home, school or work, mixed with the icy cold wind and air outside, means your skin barrier becomes vulnerable to redness, dryness, and sun damage, causing both short and long term harm.
HOW TO REPAIR MY SKIN BARRIER IN THE WINTER?
SPF should always be worn, but even more so if your skin barrier has been damaged. Ingredients such as edelweiss extract and raspberry seed oil provide protection and hydration and can also help heal the flaky, dry skin that develops from exposure to the cold. Apply sunscreen even on rainy gray days to prevent further aggravation and the cumulative effects of UV rays such as fine lines, and wrinkles.
WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO KEEP MY SKIN HYDRATED AND GLOWING IN THE WINTER?
The best way to maintain a healthy and radiant complexion in Winter is by always ensuring your skin has both sufficient moisture and is protected from UV radiation. Get into the habit every morning of applying a hydrator and sunscreen. You can combine these two steps into one with a sun protection like Spooge’s Face Shots. Specifically developed to shield against wind, sleet, and snow, it contains a powerful combination of ceramides, edelweiss extract, vitamin E, and raspberry seed oil, along with providing SPF 30 to cover all your skin’s needs.