3 Golden Rules To Avoid Dry Skin In Winter!

As the temperatures start dropping, you may find that your skin is feeling and reacting differently. It’s possible that it is drier than usual or just feeling slightly more sensitive. You may be wondering how much the weather could be responsible for these changes and the answer is, quite a lot! So how should you be modifying your skincare routine to keep up with these changes happening to your skin? Read on to understand how to take care of skin in winter!

As the weather changes and starts to cool, our bodies try to hold in heat by narrowing our blood vessels and as a result the outer layers of skin tend to become dull & dry. Our skin may even start becoming flaky & cracked! 

While this winter skincare routine change may not be a very big one, there will be some difference in the way you treat your skin. Very similar to how our bodies are more susceptible to colds & flus during this transitioning weather, the skin behaves in a similar way!

Golden Rules To Avoid Dry Skin in winter

1. Long, Hot Showers are not your friend

All of us love a long, hot shower! Especially after a stressful and tiresome day. It feels amazing, doesn’t it? But beware, hot water may be drying out your skin and ridding it of essential oils. It might be a good idea to shorten your shower time and use water that is lukewarm. Say no to that steamy shower for the sake of your skin! 

While you’re trying to make sure the essential hydration does not leave the building, ensure that you are also using products that help your switch up. Your winter skincare routine for dry skin should also have products that are acting as a barrier with the water loss in your body. So while you’re in the shower, use a face wash that complements your skin type and delivers some nourishing hydration. 

We recommend:

a) Good Vibes Papaya Brightening Face Wash

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Wake up to a Papaya Party! Good Vibes Papaya Brightening Face wash is a gentle cleansing gel specially crafted for oily skin. It detoxifies the skin of excess oil, fades away dark spots, exfoliates blackheads and brightens the skin, leaving it soft, smooth and glowing. Crafted with passion, skill, fresh ingredients and skin expertise. After all in life, all you ever need is love, glow on your face and Good Vibes!

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Once you’re done, make sure you’re using a generous amount of toner to start prepping your skin for the winter! 

We recommend :

b) The Minimalist Alcohol Free Toner!

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A daily, gentle exfoliating, pH balancing & skin hydrating toner. Boosted with Pre-Biotics and Pro-Biotics to balance skin microbiome and accelerate the recovery of skin's barrier function.

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2. Hydrate-Hydrate-Hydrate!

Make this your number #1 rule for this season. Hydrate in all forms possible. Make sure you’re gulping down those glasses like a pro! And when it comes to skincare, make sure you are loaded with a strong moisturiser that’s going to stick to your skin and you, throughout the season. A good moisturiser will not only keep your skin feeling supple & hydrated, it will also stop the water loss through your skin. 

We recommend 

c) The Biotique Brightening Cream for the cold, winter time.

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Advanced multi-benefit Vitamin C moisturizer intensely hydrates, helps correct discolorations, clarify skin tone and texture for visibly brighter healthier, younger-looking skin.

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And if you want to go the extra mile to truly show your skin how much you love it, invest in a good Serum. A serum is an important part of your skincare routine that should not be missed! It absorbs easily in your skin and protects your skin from free radicals and damage. It also acts as a strong humectant and keeps your skin baby-smooth. 

We recommend: 

d) Good Vibes Rosehip Radiant Glow Face Serum

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Give your face a bright glow with the richness of Rose Hip.Good Vibes Rose Hip Radiant Glow Face Serum is an easy to apply, non-greasy serum formula that makes your skin look radiant and glowing. It helps brighten and soften your skin, giving it an even-toned, supple texture. This serum imparts intense nourishment along with a natural, dazzling glow that stays with you all day long! Get ready to show the world your shine. Bring out your healthy & natural glow with this rejuvenating serum.

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While you’re at it, don’t forget to show your lips some much needed TLC. Harsh weather can make your lips dry and chapped. Say no to dry lips and apply a moisturising lip-balm regularly. 

We Recommended: 

e) Biotique Fruit Whitening Lip Balm for flawless, pout-perfect lips. 

Customer Rating: 4.4 / 5

This de-pigmentation balm visibly lightens lips for a fairer skin tone

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3. Never go without SPF!

This might seem odd to you, but just cause you’re spending more time at home does not mean you give up on skincare basics! A sunscreen is essential whether it’s sunny, cloudy, indoor or outdoors (especially then). The sun is omnipresent and throws it’s UV rays around. Without a good SPF, you might get premature wrinkles, allergies, sun burns and even risk having cancer. 

During winter-time, you might want to switch up your normal sunscreen to a hydrating lotion! 

We recommend these sunscreens.

f) Nivea Sun Moisturising Lotion SPF 50

Customer Rating: 4.2 / 5

No sun damage no more! DermDoc Sun Protection Gel Cream with SPF 30 PA+++ brings for you an effective sun protection formula. This is a lightweight, gel-based, non-greasy and fast-absorbing formula that keeps your skin all protected from the harmful effects of the sun. It offers the high protection SPF 30 formula and seeps deep into your skin to protect it from the inside

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g) Good Vibes Wide Spectrum Protection Sunscreen with SPF 50

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As you move outdoors or are even radiating your shine sitting inside a room protect your skin from the harmful UVA & UVB rays with Good Vibes Wide Spectrum Sunscreen with SPF 50. It helps you protect your skin from damage and dark spots. It doesn't leave a white cast on your skin and is powered with the natural goodness of Aloe Vera, Green Tea, Cucumber and Jojoba which makes sure to hydrate and nourish your skin while protecting it.

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The cold might make your skin dry, but with the right ammo, you’ll be able to fight back. Layer up on these skincare essentials to reveal fresh, glowing & hydrated skin this winter!

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- Winter Care For Oily Skin