Rescue remedies for our skin
In winter our skin needs to put up with a lot – cold air outside or dry heat indoors – and all that can lead to a complexion that's hardly looking its best. But a simple care program can help get skin clear and glowing again.
Cold weather rescue
The golden rule when the elements are at their worst is moisturise, moisturise, moisturise.
As temperatures fall so does fat production in your body. And while that may sound like a good thing after the season's excesses, it's bad news for your skin, which can find it harder to defend itself the against ravages cold weather can bring.
Only moisture can protect us!
We can protect our skin from the winter onslaught by using creams and lotions that build up a layer of moisture. Think about using rich moisturisers that stay on the skin longer – night creams are perfect. And keep a moisturiser to hand in the bathroom, the kitchen, the car and your handbag.
Winter spa wonderland
Using hot water in your bath or shower dries your skin and removes the essential natural moisturisers your skin needs to stay healthy. As an alternative, consider having shorter baths and showers with warm water. As a rule of thumb, the drier your skin, the cooler the water – at best around 32-35°C. Spend no more than 15 minutes in the bath, 5-10 minutes in the shower. Then don't forget the best thing about winter evenings: apply body lotion all over, wrap up in a warm robe and forget about the day.
Inner strength
However well you moisturise your skin, it's your lifestyle that plays a major role in the apperance of your skin. Drink plenty of water to help keep your skin looking smooth, and try to stick to a good diet that includes plenty of vegetables.
