Combating Dry Winter Skin

Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize!

Applying a thick, moisturizing cream is crucial for keeping your skin hydrated during winter. It is important that after showering, you pat your skin dry and apply a thick cream immediately to help lock in that moisture.

Here’s some things to look for in a moisturizer:

• Choose a cream over lotion – creams work better than lotions.

• Fragrance-free – fragrance can irritate your dry skin further.

• Ceramides – this ingredient helps form a barrier on your skin to prevent moisture loss.

• Hyaluronic acid and dimethicone – these ingredients also work to keep skin hydrated and smooth.

• Noncomedogenic – especially important when looking for a moisturizer for your face, this means the product won’t clog your pores.

You can even apply moisturizer to your hands and feet before bed, then wear breathable cotton socks and gloves to really lock in the hydration.