Keeping Your Winter Glow Around the Clock

 

BY SHAWN TOWNE

It’s interesting how excited we get as the seasons change from warm to cool. So often, the winter evokes lovely thoughts of snow-covered trees, crackling fireplaces, and holiday cheer. Unfortunately, winter also means less humidity and turning on our heaters, which dehydrates our skin. And as the cold weather makes us crave our favorite warm winter drinks like hot cocoa and pumpkin spice lattes, we always seem to forget that the sugar and caffeine in these drinks dehydrate our bodies even further their toll on our skin. The result is dried, cracked hands, chapped lips, and itchy sensitive skin that looks dull and textural. And the more extended winter persists, the harder it becomes to achieve a fresh skin glow. So how can we enjoy our winter wonderland without becoming dull, dehydrated, and shriveled? Let’s look at a few “around the clock” solutions for winter skin:

When You Sleep: 

We often lose moisture while we sleep, especially if central heat or radiators are warming the room. Start by using a humidifier, which will add moisture back into the air and keep your skin more hydrated. And never forget to wear night cream. Our BeautyPrep Moisturizer is a great choice loaded with Rose Essential Oils and Rose Stem Cells that drench your skin with moisture and soothe irritation while you sleep. You’ll notice a difference in the morning.

At Breakfast:

As we mentioned earlier, caffeine and sugar can take their toll on our skin, so consider leaving off that second cup of coffee. Along with your breakfast, we recommend taking Skin Omegas. These powerhouse supplements increase skin’s ability to retain moisture, and they reduce irritation. You’ll find your skin will stay more hydrated and look less textural.

Your Makeup Routine:

When it comes time to put on your makeup, hydrating products can make a massive difference in the way skin looks and feels. For foundation, Liquid Minerals is perfect for creating a more hydrated complexion. Made with a beautiful humectant liposome technology formula that swells the skin’s surface, creating a moist, dewy finish, Liquid Minerals is the winter go-to for makeup professionals. For a hydrating blush, try out In Touch Cream Blush. Made from super moisturizing Macadamia Oil, this formula will give your cheeks a beautiful glow.

Every Hour:

We all must touch up and maintain our look throughout the day. This is an excellent opportunity to remind ourselves to hydrate. Remember to drink some water every hour if possible. And keep your lips hydrated with LipDrink Lip Balm SPF 15. This petroleum-free formula is packed with nourishing essential oils, and you’ll love the refreshing Lemon flavor. And finally, don’t forget to give yourself a spritz of D2O Hydration Spray, which adds moisture and soothes the skin with Chamomile and Ylang-Ylang.

Remember that every little element of moisture we can add works cumulatively in our daily routine. Start with one and then add another each week and let us know your results. Happy Winter!