P.M. Winter Skincare Routine

WHY IS WINTER SKINCARE IMPORTANT?

Winter can take a toll on your skin, whether oily, dry, combo, or sensitive. skin gets exposed  to extreme weather conditions: cold air, biting wind, and sun reflecting off the snow. Low humidity is common in colder climates stealing moisture from the skin every second of every day. Even indoor heating pull the moisture from your skin leaving it dull and dry. At this time of year, the skin’s natural moisture barrier can easily be damaged, leading to issues like dryness, redness, itching or flakiness. This can further cause premature aging, irritation, or sensitivity.

That's why it is essential to adjust your skincare routine for the season to keep your skin healthy and glowing. Hydration and protection become even more important during winter, and using the right products can counteract and retian lost moiture. From gentle cleansers to hydrating essences and rich moisturizers, switching to the best winter skincare routine designed for winter can make all the difference in keeping your skin hydrated and nourished.

5 Common Skin Types

1. Normal Skin: 
Normal skin is well-balanced with neither excessive oiliness nor dryness. It typically has a smooth texture, small pores, and an ideal healthy-looking complexion. Normal skin is less prone to sensitivity or breakouts, making it the least problematic of all skin types.
2. Dry Skin:
Dry skin lacks sebum and moisture and often feels tight, brittle and rough. As a result, dry skin lacks the lipids that it needs to retain moisture and build a protective shield against external influences. This leads to an impaired barrier function. It may appear flaky and be more susceptible to signs of premature ageing like fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Oily Skin:
'Oily' is used to describe a skin type with heightended sebum production, leading to a shiny appearance, especially in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin). It is prone to enlarged, clearly visible pores and is more susceptible to blemishes and breakouts due to the excessive amount of oil and debris.
4. Combination Skin:
Combination skin is characterised by having areas that are both oily (usually the T-zone) and noramal to dry (cheeks). It may have enlarged pores with some impurities.
5. Sensitive Skin:
Sensitive skin is easily irritated by external factors such as weather, skincare products, or environmental pollutants. People with sensitive skin feel unpleasant symptoms including tingling, tightness, redness, itching, or heating sensations. 

Don't forget to apply a ginger sugar overnight lip mask on your lip before going to bed!  It is recommended for all skin types, especially those with dry and chapped lips. This product not only nourishes your lips but also exfoliates flaky lips.