With the colder weather here we can anticipate having drier skin than normal. Nobody likes dry flaky skin but don’t worry because all you need to do is adjust your skincare routine. That’s why we’ve gathered all the best tips and tricks to help keep your skin hydrated this fall. Oh, and if you’re looking for a good hydrating moisturizer we’ve shared some our favourites down below as well. So don’t let the winter blues get you feeling dry. You can thank us later.
How to deal with dry skin during the colder months in Canada?
These tips will help you get through the colder, dryer months in Canada.
1. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize
If your skin feels more dry than usual then you might want a thicker moisturizer. When looking for a moisturizer look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin ceramides, peptides, vitamin E, and rosehip oil. Ceramides help restore the skin barrier while hyaluronic acid and glycerin help locks in the moisture in your skin. Vitamin E is not only an antioxidant with moisturizing properties but it will help protect the skin from environmental pollutants. Rosehip oil also contains antioxidants and fatty acids that absorb quickly into the skin and seal in moisture.
2. Start using moisturizing masks
If your skin is extremely dry and flaky a hydrating mask may be just what you need. Moisturizing masks are usually applied at night so your skin can get the moisture boost it needs. Here at View the VIBE we love the Dermalogica Melting Moisture Mask. It’s jam-packed with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, mango seed butter, and jojoba oil.
3. Don’t over-exfoliate
If you have dry skin don’t over-exfoliate your face or your body. Over-exfoliating can disrupt the skin’s natural barrier and may cause redness, irritation, and inflammation. If you have normal skin only exfoliate once or twice a week but if your skin is feeling drier than usual, skip it.
4. Other tips
Take shorter baths and showers and use lukewarm water over steaming hot water. Try using moisturizing soap that contains ingredients like ceramides, glycerin, shea butter, or coconut oil. If you have sensitive skin try looking for a fragrance-free soap because it can irritate the skin, cause redness, or trigger a reaction. If you have extra dry skin try using a humidifier to help regulate the temperature and release moisture back into the air.
Editors’ Picks: Moisturizers we recommend if you’re suffering from dry skin
Clinique Moisture Surge
If you’re looking for a good moisturizer we recommend The Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturizer. It’s great for all skin types and has a nice cooling effect on the skin. It’s a gel formula that contains aloe water and hyaluronic acid.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair® Cream Intense Hydration
The Ultra Repair Cream from First Aid Beauty is raved about it for a reason. It’s got a thick consistency so apply it at night. It’s made with shea butter and allantoin, which your dry skin will love.
Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair Serum in Cream Treatment
If you want a cream to help keep the skin hydrated and help with redness this one is for you. It’s made with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides, Japanese Indigo Extract, and Mondo Grass Root that will help nourish the skin barrier.
Dermalogica Melting Moisture Masque
This Dermalogica masque is super thick! It may be $89 but it lasts a long time because all you need is a pea size amount. This moisturizer is enriched with Vitamin E, Linoleic Acid, and Micro-algae, providing intense hydration for dry skin.