As winter blankets us with its chilly embrace, we all cherish the delights of cozy sweaters, steaming hot cocoa, and the magic of snowflakes. Skin might not feel the same as the winter isn’t that merciful when it comes to the cold weather conditions.
The skin might end up being flaky, dry and of course a bit darker than usual- and that’s completely normal. But guess what- with the right skin regime and exfoliation you don’t have to go through a heavy roller coaster. With these regimes, you can get a radiant and healthy skin complexion that is subtle with your skin.
During the winter you don’t have to compromise on your skin and you’ll be all good to go- so let’s go through this guide that can help your skin glow like never before during the season of winter!
Understanding The Importance Of Winter Exfoliation
One has to know the how and why for everything and in this case we need to go under the why section- why does the skin need exfoliation? Of course to get rid of the dead skin cells and clear the pores with the overall perfect texture of skin- be it in the colder months with the dry air and all the indoor heating your face needs a revamp that is subtle and nice.
Gain the natural moisture with the procedure and you’ll be good to go! Also don’t forget to hydrate – it’s the most essential thing!
Choosing the Right Exfoliant
People often don’t consider factors that should be otherwise before you select the right exfoliant:
- Physical Exfoliants: These are small and physically help to scrub the dead skin cells that are the most important in the process. While they can be effective, be mindful of being gentle, especially in the winter, as excessive scrubbing can irritate the skin. Always consider those products that are smooth and rounded which give a perfect scrubbing effect.
- Chemical Exfoliants: All the chemicals work miracles and here the exfoliants contain some of the acids like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or beta hydroxy acids (BHAs). They help to dissolve dead skin cells and are gentle overall. If you need products here we have glycolic acid or salicylic acid- all these fight through the dryness, acne, and uneven texture.
Frequency Matters
In winter, it’s crucial to adjust your exfoliation frequency. Overdoing it can harm your skin. You can go for once or twice if you need to calm your skin but don’t go over else it will irritate the cells. Start with a lower-concentrated chemical exfoliant to make sure your skin is adjusted well with it.
Pre-Exfoliation Prep
Preparation is important- and it’s true for the winter skin as well:
- Cleanse: Be gentle and use the hydrating cleanser to remove makeup and other dirt and oil on the skin. It will help it to breathe and ensure exfoliation to work properly. It will help the skin to get more ready than ever!
- Patch Test: Now you cannot directly experiment with the new product but rather go for the patch test. So always do one and apply it on the skin to check- if any reactions, you’ll know which one to ditch!
- Apply: you can later apply it to the skin when you know the product is perfect. It will be all set and start massaging accordingly.
- Rinse: With the winter season people tend to use warm water for face cleaning but should not- why? Because it will dry your skin! Use the lukewarm water and it will be all set!
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Post-Exfoliation Care
The procedure can make the skin sensitive and hence it is important to help it get calmer, again!
- Moisturize: You can always go for the creamy moisturizer- it will help your skin get cool, calm, and steady. Also will help you to regain the shiner look so look for the hyaluronic acid or ceramides.
- Sunscreen: We need sunscreen despite everything and hence make sure to use the good one to protect the new skin cells from damage.
Exfoliating Your Body
Don’t neglect your body:
- Exfoliate in the Shower: In the shower, massage the body scrub in circular motions, paying extra attention to rough areas like elbows, knees, and heels.
- Hydrate: After showering, apply a thick, creamy body lotion to maintain soft and smooth skin.
Wrap Up
We hope this routine will help you deal with skin issues, even during the winter season. Make sure to follow these tips and you will be all winter ready!
