Winter is in full swing and that means chilly days, cozy sweaters and for many of us, dry skin. Cold weather, indoor heating systems and thick clothing can wreak havoc on our skin, causing it to become irritated, rough and challenging to keep moisturized. Fortunately, TriDerma is here to bring you four simple winter skincare tips to combat dry skin.
Shower in Lukewarm Water
There’s nothing more comforting than a steaming hot shower or bath when it’s frigid outside, but prolonged exposure to hot water can make your skin dry and rough. Instead, use lukewarm water and limit your showers to below ten minutes to reduce drying out your skin. As a bonus, make sure to close the bathroom door to trap the humidity, which will boost your skin’s natural moisture barrier.
Drink Lots of Water
We may sound like a broken record, but water is everything! Staying hydrated is extremely important to ensure your skin remains radiant during the cold, dry months of winter. For maximum moisture, set a goal to drink nine eight-ounce glasses of water per day. If you find that drinking cold water is difficult during the winter, try turning to hot drinks such as herbal tea (or take that ice out of your water!). Your skin will thank you.
Use a Humidifier in Your Home
Cranking up the thermostat may seem like the perfect solution to make your home warm and cozy, but it also zaps the moisture out of the air circulating in each room. This not only dries out your skin but can also cause chapped lips and sore throats. Investing in a humidifier will not only re-hydrate your skin and lips but can also alleviate dry sinuses, lessen allergies/upper respiratory symptoms and even minimize your chances of catching an airborne virus.
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize
Using a daily moisturizer is important year-round, but during the dry winter months it’s absolutely essential! TriDerma’s Extreme Moisturizing Balm™ is a concentrated mega-moisturizing cream with over 200 healing properties that quickly improves the appearance of extremely dry, damaged skin. For quick results, use this balm multiple times a day!
At TriDerma, we’re here to help you look and feel your best no matter what time of the year it is. For more information on TriDerma’s maximum strength skincare products, visit www.triderma.com or shoot us a note at info@triderma.com.