Balancing Your Skincare Routine for Winter: Adjusting for Cold Weather

by Sebamed | Dec 16, 2024

As the winter chill approaches, so do our skin woes! Dryness, flakiness, and sensitivity are some skin issues that can develop during the cold winter months due to the combination of interior heating and cold air. Adjusting to the cold and dry weather is critical to having glowing skin even in the cold.

By modifying your skincare routine for winter, you can maintain your skin's radiance and protective barrier. A well-rounded regimen that includes hydrating and mild cleansing will do wonders for your skin's health this season. To help you nourish and preserve your skin this winter without disturbing its natural pH, here is a skincare guide using the best, most effective and clinically proven skincare products.

Gentle Cleansing: Start Your Winter Routine Right

Switching to a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser that won’t strip your skin of its natural oils is essential in winter. The Sebamed Olive Face & Body Wash is a perfect choice, offering mild cleansing that respects the skin's delicate barrier. Its pH 5.5 formula matches the skin’s natural pH level, preserving moisture and preventing irritation. Unlike harsh soaps, this olive-enriched wash is gentle yet effective, making it ideal for daily use on your face and body during colder months.

The extra-mild cleansing formula of Sebamed Olive Face & Body Wash protects and soothes sensitive skin. A unique care complex based on olive oil -4%, provitamin B5, and a botanical starch derivative counteracts the loss of lipids essential for retaining moisture. This ultra-mild formulation is also ideal for delicate skin and cases of soap intolerance. It works to deep-clean pores without causing dryness or irritation as regular soap can. Fortified with a natural moisturizing complex of vitamins and soothing allantoin, it rinses away completely for naturally healthier, smoother skin.

The body and face wash also contains patented pentavitin moisturizer, which is effective even in the driest environmental conditions, making it ideal for winter and colder months.

Pro Tip: Use lukewarm water to wash your face and body. Hot water may feel tempting, but it can further dry out the skin by stripping away essential oils.

Lock in Moisture Post-Shower for Long-Lasting Hydration

The best time to moisturize is immediately after a shower when your skin is slightly damp. This helps lock in the hydration your skin desperately needs in winter. Sebamed Anti Dry Hydrating Lotion is specifically designed for this purpose. Its deeply hydrating, non-greasy formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin feeling soft, smooth, and protected from winter dryness. Its pH 5.5 balance works harmoniously with your skin’s natural barrier, helping to prevent moisture loss throughout the day.

Dry skin often prompts heightened skin sensitivity and conditions like psoriasis and eczema, so keeping it hydrated is essential. Non-greasy Sebamed Anti-Dry Hydrating Body Lotion intensely moisturizes your skin, protecting it from dryness and healing it if it's already dry.

Phytosterols, shea butter, other plant-derived lipids, and a moisturizing complex with polysaccharides extracted from potato starch care for, smooth, and soothe the skin. The lotion is absorbed quickly and completely, leaving no trace of stickiness. In a three-week dermatological test, the care lotion improved the moisture content of dry skin by 26%, even 10 hours after the last application, despite interim washing.

With the Sebamed Anti Dry Hydrating Lotion, you don’t need to think twice about skin hydration. Apply it thoroughly once, and your skin will be hydrated throughout the day.

Switch to a Richer Moisturizer for Deep Nourishment

Winter air can leave facial skin feeling tight and uncomfortable, so a good moisturizing cream is necessary. The Sebamed Moisturizing Cream is perfect for colder months—it’s rich without being heavy, offering lasting hydration without clogging pores. Formulated with a pH level of 5.5, it supports your skin's natural barrier, which is crucial for keeping irritants out and moisture in. Using this cream daily can help combat dryness and protect your skin against harsh winds and cold weather.

Developed by dermatologists, this rich, nourishing moisturizer is suitable for the most sensitive skin. The soothing vitamin E naturally guards against free radicals, which can cause premature ageing. Sebamed Moisturizing Cream contains the highest vitamin E content in a cream -2.3%—which ensures a radiant glow and repairs free radical damage.

Pro Tip: For best results, apply your moisturizer in gentle, upward strokes to encourage circulation and help it absorb more effectively.

Nourishing Body Wash: Keep Skin Soft from Head to Toe

The cold months can be particularly harsh on the skin all over your body, not just your face. Opting for a nourishing body wash like Sebamed Cleansing Shower Oil is a fantastic way to prevent dry, itchy skin. Infused with natural oils, this shower oil gently cleanses while replenishing moisture, making it ideal for sensitive or dry skin. Its lipid-rich formula is uniquely suited for winter, helping to lock in hydration and maintain your skin’s elasticity.

Sebamed Cleansing Shower Oil is a patented formulation containing 50% avocado oil, which restores the skin's hydrolipid balance and prevents further lipid erosion during showering. 18% Lecithin helps reduce skin dryness and flaking. Avocado oil helps relieve dry and itchy skin. In addition to helping clear scaly skin, it can also relieve itchy scalp symptoms.

Avocado oil also helps to increase collagen production, keeping the skin soft, smooth, and supple. It is helpful in the treatment of a variety of skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis. This ultra-mild formulation is also ideal for delicate skin and cases of soap intolerance.

Extra Care for Hands and Feet in the Cold Months

Hands and feet are especially prone to winter dryness, as they’re often exposed to cold air and hot water. After washing, apply Sebamed Moisturizing Cream to keep these areas soft and hydrated. You can also reapply Sebamed Anti Dry Hydrating Body Lotion throughout the day to your hands, helping prevent cracked and chapped skin.

Winter Skin Boosters: Lifestyle Tips for Hydration and Protection

In addition to a well-rounded routine, these small lifestyle changes can enhance your skin’s resilience to winter’s drying effects:

Use a Humidifier: Indoor heating can dehydrate the air, which, in turn, affects your skin. A humidifier helps maintain indoor moisture levels, reducing skin dryness.

Stay Hydrated: Cold weather often makes us feel less thirsty, but staying hydrated is vital to keeping skin supple from the inside out. Drinking enough water each day supports overall skin health.

Wear Sunscreen: The sun’s rays can still damage your skin in winter, especially on clear, sunny days. Incorporate a broad-spectrum SPF into your daily routine to protect against UV damage. You can use the Sebamed Multiprotect Sunscreen SPF 30 or the Sebamed Multiprotect Sunscreen SPF 50+.

 

Conclusion: Embracing the winter with confidence

Winter doesn’t have to mean dry, irritated skin. With a few thoughtful adjustments and Sebamed’s pH-balanced products, you can keep your skin glowing, hydrated, and resilient through even the coldest days.

All Sebamed skin care products, including moisturizers, lotions, soaps, and cleansers, are free from irritants like Parabens, Paraffin, Propylene Glycol, and Phthalates. Hence, they are safe for all skin types, including susceptible and allergy-prone skin. Head to MyWellnessKart, Sebamed India's official e-commerce website, to purchase your winter skincare essentials. Embrace winter knowing your skin is fully protected.

FAQs

How often should I cleanse my skin in winter?

- Once a day in the evening is usually enough. In the morning, a splash of water can refresh your skin without over-drying it.

Which is the best Sebamed product for dry, sensitive skin?

- The Sebamed Olive Face & Body Wash is ideal for gentle cleansing, while the Sebamed Moisturizing Cream offers lasting hydration for dry, sensitive skin.

How can I keep my skin moisturized all day?

- Applying Sebamed’s Hydrating Body Lotion on damp skin right after a shower helps lock in moisture, providing hydration throughout the day.

What’s the ideal winter skincare routine for sensitive skin?

- Start with a gentle cleanse using Sebamed Olive Face & Body Wash, followed by Sebamed Moisturizing Cream on the face, and then use Sebamed Hydrating Body Lotion for the body.

Can I use the Sebamed Cleansing Shower Oil every day?

- Yes! It’s gentle and nourishing, perfect for daily use to keep skin hydrated and soft in the winter.

Does Sebamed’s body lotion leave a greasy residue?

- No, the Hydrating Body Lotion is lightweight and absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft without a greasy feel.

Why is pH balance important for winter skincare?

- pH-balanced products, like Sebamed’s range, support the skin’s natural barrier, which is crucial for retaining moisture and protecting against winter’s harsh elements.