Like it or not, cooler & cold weather is on its way.
Many of us add an extra layer to wear to stay warm, and increase the thermostat. We go into these changes instinctively but we often don’t pause to think how these temperature changes impact our skin.
Seasonal changes can wreak havoc on your skin.
Just when you think you have a solid skincare routine going as the weather turns cooler, you might find your skin becoming dryer, flaky and irritated, and tight. There are things to do to help with the transition.
First, let’s understand why.
Why Does Your Skin Change When The Weather Does?
Each season comes with it’s own weather pattern like temperatures and humidity ranges. These fluctuations affect your skin.
As Summer transitions to Fall, you’ll likely notice cooler and drier air. Once Winter arrives, this will intensify with bone-chilling winds in some regions (Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin to name a few).
Throughout this change, your skin is trying its best to stay hydrated and pull in moisture.
From Warm To Cool Weather, What Happens To Skin?
When the temperatures downshift to cool and colder temperatures, and humidity levels falls, your skin begins to dry out. Cold weather can lead to dry cracks in the outer layers of your skin, resulting in inflammation and a lack of moisture. This can seriously impact the overall health of your skin.
The skin's barrier is disrupted. When we step inside a warm, sometimes overheated, building that circulates hot, dry air, you may find yourself becoming itchy and feeling dry and parched. This dryness can lead to a build-up of excess dry skin that is very likely to clog your pores and cause skin breakouts or flare ups. Additionally, during colder months, many of us tend to eat more comfort foods and this too can upset the hormonal balance of our skin.
Tips For Tackling The Effects of Cooler Weather
Foremost, we must understand that everyone is different and will not face the same skin issues. No one solution fits all. However, what you can do to protect your skin from harsh seasonal weather changes is adjusting your skincare routine.
Shift to a gentler products during the winter season to avoid harsher chemicals that might worsen or further dry out your skin. A rich body oil, like our 2-i
n-1 hydrating & moisturizing body oils, that is light weight and non-greasy.
Exfoliate if you need to, but do so very gently. Our emulsified scrubs are a perfect option for gentle exfoliation. This scrub is gentle and moisturizes the skin. Also follow up with a body oil or body butter that gives your skin the hydration it needs to avoid dry patches.
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