Simple Winter Skin Care Tips

You can deny it but it won’t stop it from coming. Winter that is. And with it are the harsh drying conditions that pull the much needed moisture from your skin. Take a moment now to review your skin care needs and prevent dry skin with a few simple winter skin care tips.

Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. There I think I’ve said enough. Start from the inside out. Drink plenty of water. The dry arid temperatures pull the moisture leaving your skin dry and flaky. Six to eight glasses a day will help maintain the required moisture in your skin.

Try a cleanser instead of a soap and water routine. Some cleansers are glycerin based and are less drying than soaps. Make sure, however, they are non-comedogenic (don’t clog pores). Some cleansers have a lotion incorporated with them that block and dull your skin.

Nothing like a nice hot shower right? WRONG! It will dry your skin out. And while you’re at it, slap on a moisturizer before your skin is all dried out. Applying something as simple as Johnson’s baby oil to damp skin will combat flakiness.

Even in the winter time it is important to protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. Protect it with sun block. And don’t forget your lips. Anything will do but my absolute fave is Mary Kay lip balm. It glides on smoothly and lasts all day without smearing. Other good bets are Lypsol, and store brand lip balms.



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