ByMegha Asher

January 5, 2022 (IANSlife) Our skin requires a little extra nourishment during the winter months. Our blood vessels tighten as the weather cools, making our skin drier and drab. It's possible that flaking will occur at times. In the winter, water loss from the upper layer of the skin becomes more common. Transepidermal Water Loss is the term for this. With all of these changes, it's critical that one's skincare routine adapts as well.

Let's take a look at what a good skincare routine should include. The first step is to cleanse the area. Cleansing is a crucial process, particularly at night. Our skin produces sebum, dead skin cells, and comes into contact with dirt and filth during the day. All of this, together with whatever sunscreen or makeup you may be wearing, necessitates thorough cleansing. What better method to accomplish this than with a double cleanse? Sandalwood Seed and White Tea Cleansing Balm is a mild and nourishing cleanser. They aid in the breakdown of dirt, filth, makeup, and sunscreen, among other things. After using a cleansing balm, use a cleanser that is appropriate for your skin type. Some people may discover that they don't need to cleanse in the morning, especially in the winter when the air is dry. It's all a matter of getting to know one's skin and what it requires. Not cleaning in the morning may not be an option for someone with oily skin, but it may be for someone with really dry skin.

Exfoliation is the following step. You could believe that exfoliation isn't necessary in the winter, but this isn't the case. Exfoliation is necessary for all skin types. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, debris, and filth from the skin, revealing healthy, glowing skin. However, one must be careful not to over-exfoliate, as this might irritate the skin.

The skin must then be replenished. Toners and hydrosols can help. Depending on the toner you use, hydration isn't the only advantage. While Aloe Vera Hydrosol hydrates and soothes the skin, our Bulgarian Rosewater Hydrosol aggressively brightens, balances, and evens out skin tone while maintaining an appropriate pH balance.

You must ensure that hydration is locked into the skin after hydration. Face oils make a huge difference in this situation. Face oils, contrary to popular opinion, can be used on all skin types. They are high in nourishing fatty acids, which nourish and moisturise the skin while also maintaining a healthy skin barrier. You can get a lot more benefits depending on whatever oil you use. Kakadu Plum and Pomegranate Facial Oil, for example, is high in vitamin C and other antioxidants that protect the skin from environmental aggressors while also plumping it.  Helichrysum and Rosehip Facial Oil, on the other hand, is created with nourishing carrier oils and stimulating essential oils to help even out pigmentation, improve the texture of your face, and promote overall skin health.

(Megha Asher, Co-founder, Juicy Chemistry)

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