We are loving the beautiful autumn leaves, cosy rainy evenings spent cuddled up with our loved ones, and hearty comfort meals. And scarves. We love a good scarf! But with these colder months, our skin needs a little extra TLC.
The air outside tends to be much drier, and our heat pumps further reduce humidity levels. This strips moisture from our skin, causing dryness and even premature aging. The cold air also constricts blood vessels, which reduces blood flow and can make your skin rough and irritated. The dry air and reduced skin hydration often cause a flare-up of eczema and psoriasis too. But fear not! We can safeguard our skin’s health and radiance by looking after our body, and prioritising hydration through quality, certified natural serums and moisturisers.
Here are our top 7 tips to keep your skin glowing through Autumn and Winter:
1. Moisturise Regularly: Use our nutrient-rich, hydrating Day Cream and Body Cream. They form a protective barrier on the skin’s surface, locking in moisture and preventing water loss, keeping your skin hydrated and supple all day. The vitamins and antioxidants will also promote cell regeneration, and improve overall skin health.
2. Use a Humidifier: Adding moisture to the air in your home with a humidifier can help keep your skin hydrated.
3. Avoid Hot Showers: Wash your face with warm water – not hot! The skin on our face is very delicate and isn’t designed to withstand extreme temperatures. The hot water can actually damage your skin – jarring the many blood vessels, causing red blotches, dryness and breakouts.
4. Choose a Gentle Cleanser: Normal cleansers often contain harsh chemicals like sulfates and alcohol, which effectively remove dirt and oil but strip away the skin’s natural oils. Our Pink Clay Cleanser Bar gently removes impurities and leaves your skin soft and silky smooth.
5. Stay Hydrated: People often drink less water in colder weather, which can contribute to overall dehydration and result in drier skin. To mix it up, you could try herbal teas or squeezing in some lemon juice!
6. Protect Your Skin: The wind can be harsh on the skin, causing it to lose moisture and become chapped or irritated. Wear gloves and scarves to shield your skin.
7. Use a natural high-quality serum: Apply our Collagen Stimulating Active Serum after washing your face in the morning and evening. The small molecules enable the 15 plant extracts to absorb deep into your skin, providing nutrients and long-lasting hydration. If you are experiencing an eczema flare-up, you can apply the serum after showering.
We also want to remind you to embrace the beauty of the season you’re in. In these cooler months, we spend less time outside, we’re getting less vitamin D and it’s common to feel less motivated. We encourage you to nourish your mind, body, and soul. Learn something new. Do something that excites you. Connect with family and friends. Love yourself, and your bare skin beauty.
