WINTER SKIN ESSENTIALS - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PERFECT YOUR WINTER SKINCARE ROUTINE

Winter can be a harsh time for your skin. Cold snaps and winter winds can leave your skin feeling tight, dry and dull! Not to mention the flare ups of common conditions such as Eczema, Psoriasis and Rosacea that can come with the cold weather. From causes to top tips and must-have ingredients to get your skin back to its full radiant glory, here’s everything you need to know to perfect your winter skincare routine!

CAUSES OF DRY SKIN:

Cold weather can weaken the skin's barrier, disrupt the balance of bacteria on the skin's surface and make it more vulnerable to external irritants that can have uncomfortable effects on the skin. Conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and rosacea can worsen in colder weather due to increased inflammation within the skin.

TOP TIPS:

But be careful – Avoid harsh exfoliants and artificially fragranced products as these can strip the skin of its natural moisture and dry it out even more. Hot showers and baths should also be avoided – opt for pleasantly warm water instead.

Switch it up – As the weather changes, so too must your skincare! Swap your lighter moisturisers for a richer, more nutrient-rich formula that will keep your skin hydrated for longer. The Intensive Rescue Moisturiser has an ultra-hydrating formula with 72-hour moisture retention technology. Don't forget the SPF though! Even in winter, it's important to apply SPF daily to protect against harmful rays that can exacerbate inflammation and premature ageing. Supplement your daily dose of SPF with the 5-in-1 Anti-Redness Day Cream SPF50.

INGREDIENTS:

Oat Extract – With its anti-irritant and anti-itch properties, this natural skin saviour reduces redness and associated itching. It can provide long-term relief from itching, preventing further damage to the skin layer.

Chicory Root Extract: Nourishes the good bacteria on the skin's surface, overwhelms the bad bacteria and balances the skin's protective microbiota barrier to preserve its natural health.

Urea – Used to treat dry and rough skin. Urea increases moisture by softening the skin and removing dead skin cells.

Pentavitin – It binds water like a magnet in the outer skin layer and soothes stressed, itchy skin. Unlike hyaluronic acid, it cannot be washed off and provides up to 72 hours of moisture.

Supplement your daily winter skincare routine with the Intensive Rescue Trio , which provides your dry, sensitive skin with long-lasting moisture and prebiotic care.