A Guide Of The Best Products to Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Winter!
The magic and excitement of the winter season has started to dwindle away, with family trips, holidays and cosy nights in coming to an end. That means the harsh havoc of the winter will soon kick in, leaving our skin irritated, dry, dull and overworked.
While there’s still time, it’s important to start looking for skin gear to protect the incoming battle between you and the scary, brutal winter weather. With New Year Resolutions somewhat still in consideration, it’s time to break old habits of doing nothing but complaining about your skin to take action, and understand what will best soothe your skin and keep it hydrated and obnoxiously radiant.
It’s important to switch up your beauty routines throughout the seasons to allow your skin to better adapt to the changes and keep your skin glowing all year round. This guide informs you of 9 perfect-for-winter products that will hydrate, plump, soothe, brighten and boost your skin. Adding a few gentle, effective products to your winter skincare routine goes a long way and may help stop your skin from taking on a life of its own.
Below, find some of the best, dermatologist-approved, winter products from cleansers and exfoliates to firming and brightening products and more.
CLEANSER: TATCHA THE DEEP CLEANSE GENTLE EXFOLIATING CLEANSER
Pros: Hydrating, Exfoliating, Brightening and softening, Removes uneven texture and oil from the skin + unclogs pores.
Cons/Tips: Apply once a day to wet the face to avoid over-exfoliating and irritating skin.
Good For: Everyday use for all types of skin (Normal, Oily, Combination + Sensitive). Gentle enough for everyday use, this deep cleanse oil-free gel cleanser lathers into a creamy foam to thoroughly lift away dirt, oil, and impurities without over-drying. Cleansing with amino acids derived from silk, this cleanser leaves skin soft, refreshed, and comfortably hydrated.
Available on SEPHORA
MOISTURIZER: DR. JART+ CERAMIDIN™ SKIN BARRIER MOISTURIZING CREAM
Pros: Fast-absorbing, Cushiony, Dermatologist-tested, Moisturizing + Visibly boosts elasticity.
Cons/Tips: Avoid the eye area to avoid irritation. Also should be applied evenly after cleansing and toning, in the morning and evening.
Good For: Irritated skin caused by environmental aggressors like cold weather, wind, and pollution. This deeply moisturizing cream improves irritated skin barriers, sinking into the skin instantly and creating the perfect base for makeup.
Available on SEPHORA
SERUM: DR BARBRA STRUM HYALURONIC SERUM
Pros: Hydrating, Anti-aging, Moisturizing + Diminishes dullness.
Cons/Tips: The product is fast absorbing, therefore it is best to apply it on dry skin immediately after cleansing to get the best results.
Good For: When the dry winter weather absorbs all the moisture in your skin. This product has an optimal concentration of low and high-weighted Hyaluronic Molecules that provides instant hydration at the surface and deeper layers of the skin.
Available on DRSTRUM
EXFOLIATOR: PAULA’S CHOICE SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA LIQUID EXFOLIANT
Pros: Clears and minimized pores, is Lightweight, Hydrating + Clears up acne and blemishes.
Cons/Tips: The suggested usage is not relative to all skin types. If overused, can absorb moisture and leave skin dry.
Good For: Clogged congested dead skin that comes in the winter. This cult favourite, clinically proven gentle leave-on exfoliant quickly unclogs pores, smooths wrinkles & evens skin tone. Beta hydroxy acid (BHA, also known as salicylic acid) mimics the natural exfoliation process of younger skin by helping it shed extra layers while unclogging and clearing pores.
Available on SEPHORA
BRIGHTENING CREAM: SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O AFTERGLOW BRIGHTENING VITAMIN C GEL CREAM
Pros: Brightening, Glowy Effect, Hydrating, Anti-aging, Lightweight Gel texture + Fun yellow colour cream.
Cons/Tips: (the product is not fragranced chemically, all is naturally made) but Might irritate those who find discomfort in scented products
Good For: Much-needed Vitamin C during the winter. This Anti-aging, anti-pore, brightening Vitamin C moisturizer supercharges your natural radiance and delivers hydration. The High-strength, advanced vitamin C (THD Ascorbate) formula visibly brightens and delivers a more even-toned complexion.
Available on SUNDAY RILEY
FOR LIFTING: CAUDALIE RESVARATOL-LIFT SERUM
Pros: Firming, Hydrating, Plumping + Clean Vegan Product.
Cons/Tips: Can irritate dry skin types. It is suggested to use a moisturizer after to avoid dryness.
Good For: When skin becomes elastic and loose due to inflammation during the winter season. This product firms your skin, creating a more balanced, smooth and snatched look.
Available on SEPHORA
FOR RADIANCE: SUNDAY RILEY GOOD GENES ALL-IN-ONE LACTIC ACID TREATMENT
Pros: Multi-tasking, Exfoliates and boost natural glow, Youthful and brightening, Diminishes fine lines and wrinkles + clarifies skin.
Cons/Tips: Due to the AHA products, you must apply sunscreen regularly to avoid skin reacting more sensitively to the sun.
Good For: When the skin starts looking dull, uneven and underexposed. This product deeply exfoliates the dull surface of the skin for instant glow and radiance. As dull, dead surface cells are removed, clarity and smoothness are restored. Good Genes visibly improve the appearance of dark spots and discolourations.
Available on SUNDAY RILEY
EYE CREAM: LA MER – THE EYE CONCENTRATE CREAM
Pros: Diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, Prevents dryness, Is Lightweight, Hydrates + Reduces dark circles.
Cons/Tips: The product is on the pricier side.
Good For: When skin gets sensitive, irritated and overworked with unstable weather. These product helps improve Fine lines and wrinkles, Dryness, and Dark circles for all types of skin (Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily)
Available on SEPHORA
LIP TREATMENT: RHODE PEPTIDE LIP TREATMENT
Pros: Nourishing, Hydrating, Softening + Long lasting moisture.
Cons/Tips: Usually sold out due to VERY high demand.
Good For: The winter time when lips get dry and chapped. This restorative lip treatment naturally plumps, hydrates and softens. The moisture leaves you with pillowy-soft lips — day or night.
Available on RHODESKIN
