Hydration is an essential component of any skincare routine; it restores strength and elasticity, helping your skin look young and feel great. But as the winter months roll on, it can be difficult to avoid your skin drying out. We’ve put together our top tips to help you avoid dry and flaky skin this winter.
Before diving into how to avoid dry skin in winter, it’s worth understanding how our skin maintains hydration. The outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, acts as a lipid barrier to lock in moisture. However, hormones, medical conditions and environmental factors can damage this layer, causing the cells underneath to dry out, leaving you with dry, textured skin.
If you often encounter dry skin in winter, the first tip is to eliminate any factors within your control that could be exacerbating the issue. These include:
All of these factors will strip your skin of its ability to retain moisture. Using a humidifier during winter will also help to prevent dry and cold air from irritating your skin.
Another tip is to assess your skincare routine and ensure that it can protect you from getting dry skin in winter. When looking at moisturisers, try opting for one with a thicker consistency, or incorporate a hydrating mask during the cooler months.
A moisturiser that works will be different for everyone, but a good moisturiser will usually contain one or more of the following ingredients; humectants, emollients, occlusives and ceramides. These ingredients work to address the lipid barrier directly and assist its natural function.
Be wary of DIY skincare or comedogenic oils like coconut oil, as these will clog your pores and cause acne. Acne is best avoided as it requires drying products and in some cases, medications to treat. If you don’t suffer from oily skin, you can skip toner as the alcohols it contains can often leave skin dry and irritated.
If you are in need of some assistance with your skincare routine, we can help you find the best products to suit your skin type. We stock a number of advanced skincare brands, including Priori, Medik8 and Mesoestetic.
Regular facials are one of the best and most effective ways to address any skin concerns you might have. Even after one initial appointment, a thorough skin analysis will determine the best course of action for you to preserve healthy, youthful skin. At the Brow and Skin Studio, we have facial treatments that effectively boost hydration to combat dry skin.
OxyGeneo
OxyGeneo is a unique, 3-in-1 facial rejuvenation treatment that harnesses natural processes within the body to rejuvenate the skin from within. It exfoliates, oxygenates and infuses active serums to stimulate healthy cellular function and leave you feeling hydrated and plump after just one treatment. The benefits include reduced congestion and inflammation, minimising the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, boosting circulation and reducing unwanted pigmentation. As this treatment has zero downtime, you can try this in conjunction with LED therapy to maximise your results.
If you’re ready to tackle dryness once and for all, book an appointment with us at the Brow and Skin Studio. Our Ashgrove clinic is home to state-of-the-art skin treatments to help you look and feel your best. Every treatment regimen is customised to your individual needs, and we can also assist you with your at-home routine to target specific skin conditions and rewind the clock.
