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the best skincare practices for winter HOW TO C R E AT E A H E A LTHY OV E R AL L WINT E R SKINCAR E ROUTINE WOR DS : WASIFA AHM AD H ASA N
This year went by super-fast and it feels like just yesterday I was writing last year’s article for winter and holidays. If this pandemic situation has taught me anything, it is the importance of having a healthy routine for our body — including skin and hair. As winter is upon us, let’s talk about winter skincare. With a few adjustments (and my guidance), you can create the best skincare routine for winter.
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Eat right and keep it hydrated Healthy skin comes from within, if you want to make your skin looking and feeling the best you need to keep it healthy by maintaining a healthy diet. In colder times, many of us forego the simple thing that makes our body hydrated — water. Replace the excess caffeine or sugary drinks with water or flavored water.
Switch your products and routine Replace the water-based gels or lightweight moisturizers for thicker creams and oils. The dry and cold weather in North Dakota is a great opportunity to add oils in your beauty routine. If you have never tried face oil, start by using Josie Maran Argan Oil. It's lightweight, non-irritating and effective, and will convert you to an oil-user.
If you love taking long baths, now is the time to cut it short and incorporate bath oils into your routine. After the shower or bath use spray-in-oil or shea-butter salve and massage it well to seal the water into the skin. The warm bath and massage will help the product to get into your skin and leave it moisturized and hydrated.
Target specific body parts for specific treatments FAC E : Try using facial masks in winter. If your skin is clogged and looking dull, use a charcoal clay mask (L'Oreal Detox & Brighten Clay Mask). If your skin is dehydrated, use a gel or cream overnight mask. (Neutrogena and Ren have some great options.) If your skin is sensitive, use water-based sheet masks (Etude House sheet masks are my go-to).