5 essential tips for skin and hair care in winter
Simple and practical habits to protect the body from dryness on cold days
1. Strategic facial hydration
In winter, cold wind and low humidity tend to make facial skin more sensitive and dry. To protect it, prefer to cleanse your face with mild soaps and apply a moisturizer suitable for your skin type immediately after washing, preferably while the skin is still slightly damp to favor absorption.
Practical tip: If you feel the need for an extra protective barrier, talk to your dermatologist about the possibility of adding a facial oil compatible with your skin to your nighttime routine.
2. Protection and care for the lips
The skin on the lips is extremely thin and tends to crack easily in the cold. Avoid the habit of wetting your lips with saliva, as this increases dryness. The ideal is to use lip protectors or moisturizing balms with sun protection factor throughout the day.
Practical tip: Apply a generous layer of lip regenerator or cocoa butter before going to sleep to help the skin recover overnight.
3. Special attention to hands and cuticles
Hands are constantly exposed to the wind and frequent washing. To avoid a whitish appearance and cracks around the nails, keep a specific hand cream nearby and use it after washing your hands.
Practical tip: Creams containing ingredients like shea butter or almond oil are excellent for massaging the cuticles, keeping them supple and protected.
4. Hair care without hot water
Very hot shower water removes the natural oils that protect the scalp, which can result in dry hair or increased oiliness at the roots due to a rebound effect. Try to wash your hair with lukewarm water.
Practical tip: Finish rinsing your hair with lukewarm to cool water. This helps keep the hair cuticles aligned, reducing frizz and improving the overall appearance of the hair.
5. Post-shower body hydration
To avoid itching and flaky skin on the body in winter, the secret lies in the moment of hydration. Avoid long showers and the excessive use of common bar soaps all over the body.
Practical tip: Apply your body lotion or moisturizer immediately after getting out of the shower, while the skin is still slightly damp. The steam from the bathroom helps with spreadability and moisture retention in the skin.