Winter can be tough on your skin. The cold weather, coupled with the central heating in your home can strip the moisture out of the air, which is turn can dry out your skin. Unfortunately, winter skin can’t always be treated with moisturiser. In order to fully rejuvenate your skin you may need a completely new skin care routine, that will give you that much needed glow just in time for spring. All skin is different; therefore, you must tailor your routine to your particular skin type, however the following suggestions are universal and will work well with all skin types. The following tips and recommendations can ensure that you have perfectly radiant skin and can say goodbye to your winter woes.
Don’t Forget Your Sun Screen
You get told it all the time, but never underestimate the importance of sunscreen and the benefits it can have on your skin, especially on your face. According to research, 90 percent of wrinkles are caused by sun exposure, making it essential to apply sunscreen everyday, regardless of the season. Though you may not be able to see the sun’s UVA rays, it doesn’t mean that they aren’t there. It is harder to fix wrinkles after they have already begun to develop, rather than preventing them in the first place.
Make Sleep a Priority
It’s called beauty sleep for a reason. Your body begins its recovery process whilst you sleep, which has a never ending list of benefits for your skin. Getting your recommended hours of sleep means you will have brighter, less puffy eyes, which can add years on to your face. During its nightly repair, your body also produces more collagen, giving you plumper skin that is less likely to wrinkle.
Exfoliate to Say Goodbye to Large Pores
Large, visible pores can have more of an effect on your skin than you realise. Pores can appear more profound when they are filled with dirt, oil and dead skin cells, which can also lead to breakouts of acne. Exfoliating can help to remove this build up, clearing out your skin and helping to reduce pores and blemishes. If you want more immediate results, microdermabrasion can work wonders after only one session. It is gentle treatment that passes crystals over the skin’s surface, which removes the old, dead skin revealing the healthy skin underneath whilst stimulating the production of collagen and new skin cells.
Hydration is Key
Water is an extremely important part of keeping your skin looking fresh and supple. Drinking the recommended amount of water each day can help to clear the toxins in the skin that causes inflammation and pesky blemishes. It can also help your body with the process of transporting nutrients and oxygen to the skin cells in the face. Not to mention, dehydration is one of the biggest causes of premature ageing.
Author Bio
Georgina Bullock is a freelance writer and research journalist, who specializes in a number of core areas, including health and well being, lifestyle and business. Through studying journalism at university, Georgina was introduced to a number of contacts in different industries, where she was able to build her portfolio of both clients and feature articles. She is currently a regular contributor to Skin Medical, where she researches and writes about the latest trends in aesthetic skin care.
