It's that time of year again. The days seem so short and our skin is lacking a little TLC. Usually with the change of seasons you will see a change in your skin. I find that in the winter months my skin is a little bit on the drier side. I've taken enough Dermalogica classes to know that 'the key to hydration is exfoliation!'. So dust off your products that you have tucked away under your bathrroom sink and get back into your skin care regime :) Let's not forget about our bodies too...they usually get it the worst. Just remember, skin on your body is more tolerant then the skin on your face. DO NOT use body scrubs on the face...they are usually too harsh and we don't want to take that chance. Some of my favorite exfoliants for the face include Micropeel by ProDerm, Multivitamin Thermafoliant by Dermalogica (AgeSmart), Valmont Exfoliant revitalizing scrub and Phytomer peeling vegetal. For the body I like using body wash and the ultimate buffing cloth by Dermalocia or I make my own at home body scrubs usually white sugar and sweet almond oil.
I love at home facials, not only are the beneficial but they are therapeutic! There's nothing better then giving your skin a good cleanse and exfoliation and then slapping on a nice hydrating mask while watching your favourite show, reading a book or even taking a bubble bath. Some other things to think about maybe incorporating into your routine for more hydration include using a hydrating serum or maybe switching to a cleansing milk rather then a foaming cleanser.
Some other great tips for more hydrated skin: Limiting time spent in hot showers or baths. Avoid products that are drying to the skin (i.e. foaming cleansers, clay based masks, products containing alcohol etc). Invest in a humidifier for your room when you sleep at night. This will add extra moisture to the air. Drink plenty of water. Thats the best thing you can do for your skin and your body.
