Winter Skin Conditions: Causes and Treatments

Winter skin conditions can be pretty complicated. It is easy to go through the summer and just put on sunscreen, but winter isn’t that easy. There are a lot of factors that can affect your skin during the winter. But, what are the results and how can you care for your skin? You can read more here.

Winter Skin Conditions: Dry Skin

The cold of winter is very harsh on your skin. And if you already have naturally dry skin, this season will magnify those problems. If your skin is naturally dry, it produces less sebum. This is your skin’s natural lubricant and when it is lacking you get that dry, even tight, feeling in your skin.  You want a moisturizer that is rich, something that is oil-based and made for dry skin. A night cream is also extremely helpful, so find something that will moisturize and revitalize while you snooze!

Winter Skin Conditions: Oily Skin

Winter Skin Conditions: Dehydrated Skin

You may see dry skin and think that is the same as dehydration, but it is different. Dry skin is a type, but dehydrated skin is something that happens when your skin is stripped of sebum. Dehydration could cause your skin to be oily, dry or flaky. And sometimes it is a result of not drinking enough water. Others it is the cleanser you are using or how often you are washing. It can sometimes even be other parts of your body and not just your face. To try to fix these problems, you should drink water and stay away from exfoliation. You will also want to take a look at the cleaner you are using. Something gentle is always a good idea. You can get great and tailored recommendations for your Aesthetician. Start here.

Winter Skin Conditions: Chapped Skin and Lips

The longer you are in the cold, the higher your chances of chapped cheeks. While we might be more used to hearing about chapped lips, that isn’t the only skin that is susceptible. Sun exposure can be bad, but windburn and dehydration can be just as painful. In some cases, you can prevent this with just Aquafor; but others will require more attention. However, it is a good preventative for those bitter cold days that you know you will be outside for a while. This is also something that will work on chapped lips, so feel free to apply anywhere you think might need it.

Winter Skin Conditions: Red and Sensitive Nose

Being in the cold can mean you will get sick. This will make your nose red and sensitive. But, it can also be from being out in the cold. This is something that can be helped by applying lip balm to the areas that are being affected the most. This will help your skin retain moisture in those areas. You might have to reapply after a few issues, but that is a small price to pay to prevent the pain of a sore nose.

Winter Skin Conditions: Dry Hands and Feet

While your hands and feet do produce oils, there are fewer glands than the rest of your skin. This is why they tend to get dry faster and easier than other areas. That is especially true during the winter when it is cold, and there is less air circulation available to them; thanks to mittens and boots. You can help prevent this by using hydrating lotions and getting regular manicures and pedicures. It helps to use lotion at night, just before you go to sleep. Nails can also take a lot of wear during the winter. Cuticle oils will help with this. Make sure that you use one with vitamin E to help repair any damage that is done.

Winter Skin Conditions: Dandruff

We don’t think about how winter affects our scalp. Sometimes we even forget that it’s skin. But, winter has a harsh affect here, too. The cold can cause dandruff, but it might also be caused by something else. If you lose a lot of hair or find it overwhelming, you should consult a physician. If it is something that is more annoying than a worry, there are plenty of dandruff shampoos on the market. Just remember that these are for your scalp and not your hair, so you want to spend time massaging it in. Don’t just wash and go.