How to Prepare for Winter Skin
Humidify your home and office., Moisturize your skin frequently with an oil-based moisturizer., Look for moisturizing products that contain glycerin, shea butter, jojoba oil or sunflower oil. , Apply sunscreen to exposed skin when you go outdoors...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Humidify your home and office.
Heated homes and offices make the air around you very dry.
Humidifiers don't have to be expensive.
You can buy a basic humidifier at your local drug or discount store relatively inexpensively.
Place several humidifiers around your home. -
Step 2: Moisturize your skin frequently with an oil-based moisturizer.
Ointments contain more oil than do lotions and will help better protect your skin in winter.
Petroleum jelly is a good moisturizer to use in the winter although some experts suggest lighter ointments. ,, If you live in an area where there is a lot of snow, this is even more important as snow reflects 80 percent of the sun's light.
Look for sunscreen products with built-in moisturizing cream. , Be sure the material used in your gloves doesn't irritate your skin.
A pair of thin cotton gloves worn underneath heavier gloves or mittens will keep your hands from becoming irritated. , Wet clothing irritates your skin.
When you dress in layers, you can remove excess clothing as you warm up. , Try not to use anti-aging products or those for treatment of acne if possible as those tend to dry out skin even more. , Since your lips are moist to begin with, exposure to harsh elements makes them especially susceptible to damage.
Use lip balm or other protection at all times. , Don't use extremely hot water.
Pat yourself dry instead of rubbing.
Moisturize after your bath. , If possible exfoliate and moisturize at the same time.
Any skin that has been irritated is more susceptible to additional damage. , Find a serum product with L-ascorbic acid or Vitamin C Ester as an ingredient. , Drink water and other hydrating fluids and eat foods rich in oils such as salmon and avocado.
Limit caffeine and alcohol. , Children's skin is especially sensitive and it's important to moisturize and protect their skin whenever they go outdoors in the winter. , Besides skin becoming painful, unsightly and uncomfortable, broken skin invites infection. -
Step 3: Look for moisturizing products that contain glycerin
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Step 4: shea butter
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Step 5: jojoba oil or sunflower oil.
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Step 6: Apply sunscreen to exposed skin when you go outdoors.
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Step 7: Wear gloves to help keep hands dry and protected from harsh conditions and rough fabrics.
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Step 8: Wear layers of clothing so it is less likely you will overheat
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Step 9: sweat and lose moisture.
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Step 10: Avoid any skin products containing alcohol or those that reduce oiliness.
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Step 11: Remember to keep your lips moist.
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Step 12: Keep baths short.
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Step 13: Exfoliate gently.
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Step 14: Use Vitamin C to repair your damaged skin.
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Step 15: Hydrate yourself.
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Step 16: Protect your child by following many of these recommendations.
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Step 17: Visit your doctor or dermatologist if your skin becomes severely damaged.
Detailed Guide
Heated homes and offices make the air around you very dry.
Humidifiers don't have to be expensive.
You can buy a basic humidifier at your local drug or discount store relatively inexpensively.
Place several humidifiers around your home.
Ointments contain more oil than do lotions and will help better protect your skin in winter.
Petroleum jelly is a good moisturizer to use in the winter although some experts suggest lighter ointments. ,, If you live in an area where there is a lot of snow, this is even more important as snow reflects 80 percent of the sun's light.
Look for sunscreen products with built-in moisturizing cream. , Be sure the material used in your gloves doesn't irritate your skin.
A pair of thin cotton gloves worn underneath heavier gloves or mittens will keep your hands from becoming irritated. , Wet clothing irritates your skin.
When you dress in layers, you can remove excess clothing as you warm up. , Try not to use anti-aging products or those for treatment of acne if possible as those tend to dry out skin even more. , Since your lips are moist to begin with, exposure to harsh elements makes them especially susceptible to damage.
Use lip balm or other protection at all times. , Don't use extremely hot water.
Pat yourself dry instead of rubbing.
Moisturize after your bath. , If possible exfoliate and moisturize at the same time.
Any skin that has been irritated is more susceptible to additional damage. , Find a serum product with L-ascorbic acid or Vitamin C Ester as an ingredient. , Drink water and other hydrating fluids and eat foods rich in oils such as salmon and avocado.
Limit caffeine and alcohol. , Children's skin is especially sensitive and it's important to moisturize and protect their skin whenever they go outdoors in the winter. , Besides skin becoming painful, unsightly and uncomfortable, broken skin invites infection.
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