As the seasons shift to winter, skincare routines must adapt to protect against colder weather, dry air, and indoor heating, all of which can strip the skin of moisture and compromise its natural defences.
Hydration and Barrier Repair
Using products rich in ceramides, oils, and antioxidants strengthens the skin barrier. Start with ingredients that prioritise deep hydration and strengthen the skin's barrier such as products enriched with ceramides, oils, and antioxidants are excellent for fortifying the skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a "winter skincare hero that holds 1,000 times its weight in moisture and works well in both serums and creams. Low-molecular-weight HA serums penetrate deeply to protect against long-term damage, while high-molecular-weight HA in moisturisers offers surface-level protection from cold, dry air.
Switch to Richer Moisturisers
Use thicker creams to create an occlusive layer that traps moisture such as Junoskin Moisture Endure or AlumierMD Recovery Balm or Obagi Hydrate Luxe
Gentle Cleansing
We recommend non-foaming, hydrating, antioxidant-rich cleansers to maintain the skin’s natural oils. Such as Junoskin Calming Cleanser or AlumierMD Sensicalm.
Boost Hydration
Use hydrating serums with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Niacinamide not only enhances hydration but also reduces redness and inflammation. Such as Junoskin Drink Up serum or
Essential Ingredients for Winter Skincare
- Hyaluronic Acid: For deep hydration and plump, healthy-looking skin such as PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum
- Antioxidants: Vitamins C and E, ferulic acid, and spilanthol to combat oxidative stress such as AlumierMD Vitamin Rich Smoother
- Oils and Butters: Shea butter and squalane to nourish and seal in moisture such as Teoxane Advanced Filler Cream
- Niacinamide: To reduce inflammation, boost hydration, and shield against oxidative damage such as SkinBetterScience Trio Luxe Moisture Treatment
- Ectoin: A protective anti-stress molecule that safeguards the skin from environmental stressors such as IBSA Viscoderm Photoprotection Cream
Gentle Exfoliation for Winter
Exfoliation remains important but requires a more delicate approach in winter. Exfoliate less frequently and use gentler chemical exfoliants, such as those with glycolic acid or AHAs. This approach minimises the risk of over-stripping and keeps the skin barrier intact, while treating concerns like dryness, pigmentation, and wrinkles such as TEOXANE Perfect Skin Refiner Cream
