Winter Skincare Routine: Essential Factors for Healthy and Nourished Skin

As the winter season takes its toll on our skin, it becomes crucial to adapt our skincare routine to combat the cold, harsh weather. The dry air, low humidity, and indoor heating can leave our skin feeling dry, dull, and more prone to irritation. In this blog post, we will explore the most important factors to consider when developing a winter skincare routine that will help keep your skin healthy, nourished, and glowing.

1. Hydration is Key:

During winter, it's essential to replenish and retain moisture in your skin. Here are a few hydration-focused tips:

• Increase Water Intake: Staying hydrated from the inside out plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your skin hydrated.
• Moisturize Effectively: Opt to layer on your moisturizer to provide intense hydration. Look for formulas like our Awakening Moisturizer that contains ingredients like shea butter, and jojoba oil to lock in moisture.
• Don't Forget Your Lips: Use a hydrating lip balm to prevent dry and chapped lips. Look for a product that contains nourishing ingredients like shea butter or coconut oil.
• One way many don’t realize is a useful way to hydrate your skin is through using a toner, like our ultra-hydrating toner. Our Awakening Milk and Honey Toner is derived from calming aloe, rosehip oil and hyaluronic acid. YELLE Organic Herbal Infusion Gel toner. It refreshes and restores the skin after cleansing and helps to alleviate stressed skin and restore tone and elasticity while acting as the first layer of hydration before your serum and moisturizer.

1. Protect Your Skin Barrier:

The harsh winter elements can weaken your skin's protective barrier. Here's how to strengthen and protect it:

• Use a Gentle Cleanser: Opt for our gentle Milk and Honey Cleanser, a non-stripping cleanser that won't further disrupt your skin's natural moisture barrier. Avoid hot water and opt for lukewarm instead.
• Take Advantage of Aloe Vera: UV rays are still present during winter, and even in snowy conditions it can reflect them. Treating your skin with our Awakening Moisturizer will soothe it as well with it’s natural aloe extract ingredients.
• Shield Your Face: Protect your face from harsh winds by wearing a scarf or a high-quality facial moisturizer with occlusive ingredients, such as petrolatum or dimethicone.

1. Combat Dryness:

The dry winter air can leave your skin feeling tight and dehydrated. Follow these tips to combat dryness effectively:

• Humidify Your Environment: Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air, preventing excessive dryness indoors.
• Limit Hot Showers: Hot water can strip your skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness. Opt for lukewarm showers and gently pat your skin dry.
• Exfoliate Gently: Never skip using your Awakening Toner in your skincare routine to remove dead skin cells and promote better product absorption. 

4. Don’t Forget Your Beauty Rest: 

• While skincare products are essential, the power of a good night's sleep should not be underestimated. During sleep, your body goes into repair mode, allowing your skin to rejuvenate and recover from daily stressors. Make sleep a priority in your skincare routine and wake up to refreshed, radiant skin that's ready to take on the day! 
• Our REST supplement uses therapeutic compounds from organic valerian root extract and vegetable glycerin in their most powerful, purest and potent form to offer a natural way to achieve restful sleep and relaxation. Learn more about REST IN A BOTTLE, HERE

5. Extra Care for Specific Areas:

Certain areas of your skin demand extra attention during winter. Don't neglect them:

• Hands and Feet: Protect your hands and feet from dryness and cracking by wearing gloves and warm socks. Apply a rich moisturizer regularly.
• Eye Area: The delicate skin around your eyes can dry out faster during winter. Hydrate this area daily with a nourishing eye cream or serum.

A proper winter skincare routine is essential to keep your skin healthy and nourished during the harsh winter months. Prioritize hydration, protect your skin barrier, combat dryness effectively, and pay extra attention to specific areas that are prone to dryness.