As the temperatures drop, you may be noticing that your skin is feeling dry and irritated. If the skincare routine that left your face bright and glowing in the summer is no longer working for you, here are our dermatologist-approved winter skin care tips.
Winter Skin Issues
If you have any skin conditions, winter is prime time for them to flare up. Dry cold weather, low humidity, and indoor heating can lead to dryness and worsening of skin conditions.
If you are dealing with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, keratosis pilaris, or Raynaud’s disease, you may want to schedule an appointment with your dermatologist. They can help to make sure your winter skincare routine will help to keep flare ups at bay.
How To Have Your Best Winter Skin
- Hydrate. Moisturizing is the name of the game this winter. Switch to a thicker cream with hyaluronic acid and use a hydrating cleanser. And don’t forget the lip balm!
- Say no to long hot showers. We know they may feel great when the temperatures drop, but the hot water can dry out your skin. If your skin is turning red, the water is probably too hot.
- Exfoliate. Light exfoliation will help slough off dry skin and prepare your face for moisturizers. Just don’t use any products that are too harsh.
- Don’t forget the sunscreen. Just because you can’t feel the heat, doesn’t mean your skin can’t be damaged by harmful UV rays. In fact, the sun reflecting off the snow means that sunlight is hitting you from additional angles.
- Run a humidifier. This will help to restore moisture in your home and keep your skin hydrated. Aim for indoor humidity levels of 30 to 50 percent.
Call A Dermatologist For Winter Skincare Tips
If these changes aren’t enough to relieve your dry winter skin, schedule an appointment with a board-certified dermatologist at Integrated Dermatology of Reston. Our doctors can give you their best winter skincare tips, help you to determine the best topical skin regimen for you, prescribe ointments or creams, and diagnose any skin conditions that need treatment.
