An Expert's Guide to Keeping your Skin Hydrated this Winter
Cecilia Ross, Founder of Cecilia London is a top London facialist and skincare expert. Below she divulges her 4 top tips for keeping your skin in tip top condition this winter....
With cold winds settling in for winter, our skin is going to need some extra TLC. If you’ve enjoyed the sun this past summer, then its likely that your skins barrier is going to be damaged and unable to cope with the new, colder weather conditions, resulting in dry, dehydrated skin, particularly for those suffering with rosacea/sensitive skin. Here are some tips to try and heal your skin so its ready for winter!
Start Hydrating
Use a hyaluronic acid mask but leave it on overnight - adding a hydrating mask into your routine 1-2 times per week will help to heal your skins barrier, but why not leave it on overnight, allowing it to absorb fully.
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Oxygen Instant Facial Refuelling Mask £55 OR £17.50 for Members
Stop with the skin cycling!
If like many you’ve started using retinols such as Tretinoin, it is best that you ease off them. Keeping usage to 1-2 nights maximum per week, you’ll avoid causing damage to your skins barrier by controlling dryness. We are here for glowy skin- not flaky skin!
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Wear SPF
Now I know what you’re thinking- ‘there’s no sun, why would I need sun protection’ - well, not only because the harmful UVA rays still penetrate the skin through the dark clouds- but because it will act as an extra protective barrier against the cold and winds.
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Use a thicker moisturiser
A thicker cream is always a good way to up your skins daily moisture in the winter- but remember you don’t have to use the heavier cream everyday as it could lead to congestion. The best thing you can do for your skin is judge what it needs each day.
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Moisturising Cream £90.00
Start using LED
Red LED Light is amazing for excellerating hydration and giving you a glowy complexion every day. It will calm redness, sensitivities and help to restore your skins barrier. Do this every night and you’ll see results instantly, continue using it long-term and you’ll see benefits such as anti ageing and plumping.
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