Our skin typically suffers in winter as harsh winds and central heating can cause it to dry out. Hot water can also impact its condition.
Speaking to GB News, a doctor explained how to add moisture back into your skin at this time of year.
Indoor heating and hot showers and baths feel great when it is cold outside, but your skin may not agree, Dr Raquel, founder of Dr Raquel Skin and Medical Cosmetics claimed.
She said: “Long hot showers might feel warming and luxurious, but during the winter months they’re a big no-no for dry skin types.
Britons can protect their skin with shorter showers that are not too hot
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“Instead try shorter, warm (never hot as this is too drying) showers and immediately replenish skin with a moisturiser.”
Britons may need to switch to a thicker, more intense moisturiser in the winter to add hydration and plumpness back into their skin.
Swapping central heating for a hot water bottle and using a humidifier can also be a good way to protect your face.
Dr Raquel continued: “You can avoid a lot of winter skin issues by keeping the heating low. Try a hot water bottle instead, they’re surprisingly effective.
“A humidifier is another great piece of kit. It replaces moisture in the air, meaning the skin is in contact with more moisture and humectant ingredients also have access to this moisture and can help seal it into the skin.
“Humectants glycerin and hyaluronic acid are both included in AlumierMD’s Ultimate Boost Serum and Aqua Infusion Mask.”
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance often praised for its hydrating benefits. It is a common fixture in many skin care products for this reason.
Not only will it promote plumper-looking skin by locking in moisture, but it also helps support the skin barrier, which is impacted by cold weather.
As well as dry skin, many people will experience cracked, chapped lips as the temperatures drop.
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Moisturiser well to combat the impact of central heating and hot water
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Speaking of the concern, founder of Sphagnum De-Lux Lisa Kavanagh said: “Sore, dry lips are a very common problem as we head into the colder months of the year, with the skin flaring up and often becoming flaky.
“While it can take time for lips to heal after being affected by the sudden change in temperature, making changes to diet and skin care routine can help relieve the symptoms.
“The best way to keep lips protected is to moisturise daily so they remain hydrated and to use items such as cucumber and honey to reduce the soreness.
“It’s also important to top up on vitamin B, especially B2 and to gently exfoliate to remove any excess flaky skin.”
