Best Five Things You Can Do For Your Skin This Winter!
Winter's harsh conditions can take a toll on your skin's health. Try these 5 tips to keep your skin feeling healthy and fresh this season.
1. DRINK WATER - I know you hear this all the time, right? But did you know that when it is dry and cold your body loses fluid with each breath? Make it a goal to drink more water this winter. An article in APPHealth suggests drinking half of your body weight in fluid ounces of water every day.
2. Eat more FAT, Healthy FAT that is. - Go for nuts, seeds, healthy oils high in omega-6 fats, avocado and coconut products! According to Dr. Brunilda Nazario, your body needs these fats to build healthy cell membranes that help produce your skin's natural oil barrier, a huge factor in keeping your skin hydrated, plumper and younger looking!
3. Use the Correct Moisturizer - Winter weather can be hard on your skin. It’s important to hydrate and moisturize to prevent moisture loss and keep your skin feeling healthy and soft. My favorite night moisturizer for combination-dry skin is Charisma Skin’s Botanical Bio-Peptide Creme. I suggest my Oil-Free Skin Reviving Creme for skin that tends to be a little more oily.
4. Take Quick Showers - Not only will this help your water bill, it will help your skin. Keep your showers lukewarm and short.
5. SUNSCREEN - Not just for summer and days by the beach. Are you headed to the mountain? Winter sun combined with snow glare can be very damaging for your skin. I recommend a daytime moisturizer with broad-spectrum UV protection of SPF-15 or higher.