In winter our skin becomes dry, flaky, cracked and even itchy. This is caused by a drop in temperature, indoor heating, wearing wool or flannel ( can cause “winter itch”) and using hotter water. So how can you get the same great skin in the winter as you do in summer?
Easy, by using some of our tips to protect your skin and by eating winter super foods, your skin should feel as good in winter as it does in the summer.
Winter super foods:
- Fish such as salmon, sardines and mackerel. These fish are good for calming inflammation, keeps skin looking younger and as a plus keeps hair silky and soft.
- Strawberry, raspberry, blueberry and kiwi. These all have natural salicylic acid which reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots. Strawberries can be used for exfoliating. Using strawberries can tighten pores and help prevent blemishes.
- Sweet potatoes
are rich in vitamin c and e which are crucial for healthy, glowing and supple skin. Antioxidants in the potato are great for a natural sheen and the vitamin c boosts collagen. If you are trying to grow your hair sweet potatoes and Indian head massages are the key!
Avocados are rich in omega-3, fatty acids and potassium. These help prevent high blood pressure, arthritis, osteoporosis, inflammation, depression, constipation,cataracts, macular degeneration and cancer. It also helps prevent wrinkles and reduces aging effects.
Walnuts are loaded with vitamin e & b6, folate, thiamin and phosphorous. It helps lower cholesterol and reduces blood-pressure. It boosts immunity, helps with weight loss and reduces the risk of cancer.
Protect your skin by:
- Adding moisture to the air with a mist humidifier.
- Take short, warm showers/baths.
- After showering / bathing air-dry or pat your skin dry before applying moisturiser.
- Book yourself in for a facial/ massage and talk to your beautician about the best products for your skin type.
- The sun may not be as strong in winter as in summer but that shouldn’t stop you wearing sunscreen
- Use hydrating cleansers instead of perfumed or soap-free.
- Nourishing cream instead of moisturising lotion.
- Use hydrating face masks to help with dry cold weather.
- Say NO to tanning, as much as a winter tan is nice sun beds and artificial sunlamps damage the skin. If you need to tan use self-tanners and be sure to moisturise regularly.
- Aim for 8 litres of water a day. As our skin dries out our digestive system suffers too which is why it’s important to drink water, water based drinks (not coffee or caffeinated drinks), herbal teas. Avoid ice cold water where possible!
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