Winter Radiant Skin

Winter Skin Care

The winter is officially here! So to keep yourself totally toasty you've purchased your staple seasonal coat and a woolly hat that goes with everything, but now it’s your skin that is feeling the wrath of these harsh winter climes. Amongst all the Christmassy excitement for presents and ditching your diet to go on a mince pie binge, it’s easy to forget to protect your skin from flaking out on you. This is a very important issue; thousands of people die of embarrassment every year from having flaky lips- act now. Here are some top tips and affordable products to winter-proof your skin

Hydrate

When you’re not hitting the mulled wine during the holidays, make sure you’re drinking loads of water to replenish your skin from the inside out. Drinking plenty of water prevents your skin from looking dry which is essential as the harsh winter wind will naturally dry out your skin. Drinking just 2-3 litres a day could give your skin a little radiant glow.

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Exfoliate

Dry flaky skin can make your complexion look dull and tired, not exactly the look you were planning to pull of at the Christmas party. During the winter try a gentle exfoliating wash once or twice a week to remove dull cells, my favourite is St Ives Invigorating Apricot Facial Scrub £4.99, Boots. To prevent skin from drying out, try switching your usual facial cleaner or toner with a gentler version that uses witch hazel. I find that, Boots Tea Tree and Witch Hazel Cleansing & Toning Lotion, £3.58, gently removes dirt and impurities without stripping your skin of any natural oils.

Moisturise

During the winter your body produces less natural oils, that’s why it’s so important to use a great moisturiser. When choosing a moisturiser, opt for one which is very rich and packed with vitamins. I find that Olay Beauty Fluid Nourishing Day Fluid, £4.99, is amazing for nourishing your skin and leaving it soft and radiant, it can be used just before applying foundation or even as an effective over night cream. To prevent your skin from getting tight and itchy, use Garnier Intensive 7 Days Body Lotion with Nourishing Shea Butter, the Shea butter ingredient will keep your skin in tip top condition.