Although it may not be possible to achieve flawless skin, the following measures can help keep your skin moist and healthy this winter. Here are a few hints and tips for keeping your skin hydrated…
Moisturise your skin. Moisturisers provide a seal over your skin to keep water from escaping. Thicker moisturisers work best. You may also want to use cosmetics that contain moisturisers.
If your skin is extremely dry, you may want to apply a specific body oil and we would recommend our Demalogica Stress Relief Treatment Oil while your skin is still moist. Oil has more staying power than moisturisers do and prevents the evaporation of water from the surface of your skin.
Use warm water and limit bath time. Hot water and long showers or baths remove oils from your skin. Limit your bath or shower time to about 15 minutes or less, and use warm, rather than hot, water.
Avoid harsh, drying soaps. If you have dry skin, it is best to use cleansing creams or gentle skin cleansers and bath or shower gels with added moisturisers. Choose mild soaps that have added oils and fats.
Apply moisturisers immediately after bathing. After washing or bathing, gently pat or blot your skin dry with a towel so that some moisture remains on the skin. Immediately moisturise your skin with an oil or cream to help trap water in the surface cells. I would recommend our Demalogica Treatment Oil followed by the Hydrating Body Cream.Dry skin develops wrinkles twice as fast. Importantly remember one thing, dry skin develops wrinkles twice as fast as well-hydrated skin. You can make an instant difference by adding a face oil into your regime at night by patting in a few drops followed by a night moisturiser on top.
Fast working products.
Look for these labels when shopping for your skin care:
Hyaluronic acid – increases the volume of water in the top layer of skin, giving an immediate plumped-up look.
AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) – a mild acid that sloughs away dead skin to leave newer, brighter cells underneath.
Glycerine – helps restore water levels in skin and prevents dryness. Fine lines are caused by dehydration, so products with glycerine will help to improve skin’s texture.
Wendy O’Hare Skin Care treatments we would recommend for all year round hydration:
Both treatments are running as part of our fabulous Winter Sale!
Products we would recommend for all year round hydration:
- Demalogica Stress Relief Treatment Oil
- Demalogica Hydrating Body Cream
Most importantly we are here to discuss your skin, your skin care needs and to help you to look and feel your best.
Thank you for reading.
Wendy x