Dry and cracked skin: 14 protective treatments against the cold

The cold season, as we know, brings with it the foliage on the trees, the snow, the magic of the holidays and … dry skin. The latter aspect is the most annoying, but thanks to the right allies it is possible to remedy it through a constant and targeted skincare.

Winter weakens more delicate, dry skin, but also normal ones. This happens because over the years the lipid barrier decreases and with it the defenses of the epidermis.

As temperatures drop, our skin often undergoes a thermal shock that can cause dryness, redness, irritation, chapping and rosacea, which are the main negative consequences of cold on the epidermis.

The situation is often aggravated by the dryness of the rooms, caused by warming, as well as by the generally much drier climate.

In addition to changing the wardrobe it also becomes essential a change of beauty case. But when it comes to winter skincare, what are the tricks to keep in mind so as not to be caught unprepared and the products to use?

Choose a good moisturizer

In winter, hydration of the body is essential, because low temperatures tend to dry out and crack the skin. Face e hands (but also feet), which are the parts most exposed and subject to the cold, need an extra pampering: green light for super moisturizing creams, with nourishing and protective properties. The perfect products for the winter beauty case are rich in Vitamin A, for its antioxidant properties, C vitamin, which stimulates the production of collagen, e Vitamin E, which stimulates hydration. The ideal is to find a product suitable for both hands and face to always carry with you.

Don’t forget the lips

One of the most sensitive parts of the body, especially in winter, are the lips, which, constantly moistened by saliva, crack and break with extreme ease at low temperatures. In the winter beauty case or bag it is therefore very important to always have a lip balm based on nutrients able to prevent dryness and annoying cuts. The same goes for lipsticks or lip glosses, for those who prefer a more colorful look. The ideal products are based on beeswax, shea butter or rose water, which moisturizes and helps the production of collagen or, in general, rich in vitamins A, C or E: natural, gentle on the mucous membranes, but very effective.

Use foundation or sunscreen cream

If in a summer beauty case there is almost never a lack of sunscreen, in winter it is a product that is easily forgotten, because low temperatures lead to underestimate the effect of the sun’s rays on the skin. However, especially if you are planning a ski holiday, a product with protection is essential: the white mantle that covers meadows and mountains reflects UV rays and the skin is thus doubly exposed to damage and sunburn. An excellent solution are 2 in 1 products, face creams or foundation baby SPF (30+ or ​​50+) able to shield from the sun’s rays, but with a touch of beauty.

Wear a (beauty) mask at night

Taking care of your skin at night allows for better results, because metabolism is faster between 11pm and 3am and the effects of the products used are amplified. For this reason, a good rule of thumb is to keep a nourishing and regenerating face mask in your winter beauty case that can help the skin rest and renew itself during sleep. Products based on vitamins, panthenol and ingredients with antioxidant properties and firming, they help wake up to smoother, brighter and more revitalized skin, ready to face another cold winter day.

Below is a selection of products and treatments ideal for the skincare routine of these cold months.

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