Winter Skincare tips

When I think of Winter, our seasonal skin changes -and preparing for it- a few things come to mind. Hydration, hydration, layering, nurturing and hydration”

I tend to not recommend heavier texture moisturizers as often as I recommend making sure your cleanser is hydrating and layering your serums.

Peptide serums are a great option. Peptides are amino acids and the building blocks of healthy skin. They help increase firmness and elasticity.

Vitamin C serum is another favorite of mine- it’s a super antioxidant and defends the skin against environmental damage and it’s brightening. Hyaluronic and polyglutamic acid are both hydrating and attract water into the skin. These are all very giving and nurturing.

It’s true Winter is an excellent time to treat concerns as people tend to be indoors more And while we may not be out as much, it is still important to protect your skin.

Whether you are under an esthetician’s care and receiving progressive treatments or not, it is super important to give to your skin before you start treating it with progressive and active treatments. I love an SPF with mineral protection, that provides a physical filter.

I think it’s also crucially important to take the lead from nature. Nature is dormant in winter;

nature slows down. While we don’t hibernate, we can be mindful about slowing down- unwinding when we can. Creating rituals like making yourself a pot of herbal tea or reading a really good book or having a cozy bath. My favorite is an epsom salt bath with a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil. Epsom salts are mineral rich and magnesium is beneficial in helping the body to relax. The scent of eucalyptus is so enveloping, it just feels like a warm hug.

After the hustle of the holidays a lot of us feel the need to rest. Honor that- you deserve the pause.

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