Why should you take care of your skin in winter?
Although the sun seems to be the skin's greatest enemy and makes us more vigilant about skin care in the summer, winter is also associated with environmental factors that alter our dermis.
That's why we must take special care of our skin in winter. Don't let that slip; we recommend pampering your skin during this season, too, with the best natural and organic cosmetics.
This is a time when we are exposed to constant temperature changes, cold winds, heating... These are our enemies during these months.
These situations negatively affect our skin's natural barrier. Furthermore, this temperature adjustment puts additional stress on our skin. Blood vessels constrict in an effort to maintain body heat, causing dehydration, tightness, and even flaking or cracking.
It is worth noting that not all skin types suffer these consequences to the same degree. If you have dry, thin, sensitive or atopic skin , you will need to have a good ritual during these cold months.
What is good for dry skin in winter?
We propose 10 expert steps:
Choosing a good brand of natural cosmetics with high percentages of organic active ingredients is essential.
To help you distinguish the best organic cosmetic brands, you can read some tips on how to avoid falling victim to the natural deception in our post Greenwashing.
To prevent these adverse effects and protect your skin this winter, we suggest 10 expert steps to include in your home beauty routine to take care of your skin:
1. Cleanse your skin thoroughly. We could say that the most important step for maintaining perfect skin in winter is a deep cleansing, as it needs to be clean and well-oxygenated to regenerate properly. Cleanse your face with a soap, oil, or balm that suits your skin type and needs. It's essential, and you should never skip this step, even if you're often too lazy to remove your makeup.
2.- Apply facial and body oils. After cleansing and showering, alternate the cream with a good cold-pressed organic oil.
3. Protect yourself with nourishing creams. Since your skin dries out and loses more water in winter, you should be aware that taking care of your skin externally with a good natural nourishing cream will also act as a shield against external aggressions.
4. Drink plenty of water. We must never forget that hydration also comes from within . Just like in summer, you should drink between 1.5 and 2 liters of water a day.
5. Exfoliate your face once a week. To keep your skin oxygenated, hydrated, and in perfect condition, it's necessary to exfoliate to remove dead skin, activate circulation, and facilitate oxygenation and cell regeneration.
6. Maintain adequate humidity in your home. During the winter, heating dries out the air and dries out your skin.
7. Don't use very hot water. Another factor that can damage and dry out your skin is hot water. When it's cold, we often err on the side of using very hot water in the shower to warm up, and while this may be comforting for a while, it's very harsh on your skin. That's why it's better to use lukewarm water both in the shower and when cleansing your face.
8.-Use a lip balm that nourishes the thin and delicate skin of your lips.
9. Take care of your hands. Moisturize them whenever necessary. These parts of our skin are highly exposed to the elements. Get used to wearing gloves. To nourish and hydrate them, we recommend body or even face creams, since hand creams, due to their lower cost, tend to be formulated with a lot of water and a very low percentage of active ingredients.
10. Be consistent. Consistency is your ally in your skincare routine. Without a doubt, the best advice we can give you for caring for and maintaining perfect skin during the winter is consistency. You have to be aware that all skincare and treatments require both good products, with top-quality active ingredients and natural ingredients, and time for your skin to assimilate and react to them. There's no point in doing it once and forgetting about it.
What can you use in winter for dry skin?
Depending on your skin type, you can find the perfect allies in our store to help you look radiant in winter.
For your face, our creams and serums , formulated with a water-free aloe vera juice base, will provide your skin with regenerative and moisturizing properties.
For the body, the restorative and nourishing daily body cream will leave your skin hydrated, soft, and wonderfully silky. The combination of plants and vegetable oils—calendula, sesame, sunflower seed, and shea butter—protect our skin from external aggressions and provide the nourishment it needs to recover its natural protective layer.
For your lips , our lip balm, made with 100% plant-based oils and butters, provides extraordinary nourishment for dry and chapped lips. It stimulates skin renewal and healing thanks to calendula and the high concentration of omegas provided by the oils.
Healthy skin is a healthy body, and there's nothing better than taking care of it year-round. Take care of yourself while you take care of the environment. You already know that we're a sustainable brand with our own laboratory. We produce vegan, natural, and organic cosmetics certified in Category I, with the highest percentages of active ingredients and the finest biophotonic glass packaging to protect our precious ingredients, ensuring your skin reaps all its benefits year-round.