Nourish and Protect Your Skin This Christmas Season
The Effects of Winter on the Skin
Our Top Tips:
Rinse, Wash, Moisturise!
Stay Hydrated
Get Enough Sleep
Remember to Use SPF
Eat Nutrient Rich Foods
Rinse, Wash, Moisturise!
When it comes to keeping your skin in great condition, it’s important to rinse your hands off with warm water to remove dirt and impurities. For the Christmas season, our Whisky and Water Hand Wash will evoke the warm, rich notes of wood and spice whilst also cleansing your hands. You should also be using a face cleanser to remove makeup and grime that has built up throughout the day. This will keep your pores clean and unclogged and prevent breakouts. When you are fighting dryness and irritation this winter, it’s important to wash your face with a cleanser that hydrates and soothes. You should also be sure to moisturise your body every day, after cleansing and toning, to prevent dryness and the build-up of impurities. Our Fireside Body Lotion is the ideal fragrance for this winter, to leave your skin feeling nourished and protected. It is also important to moisturise your hands to prevent dryness and cracking, perhaps with our Scots Pine Hand Lotion.
Stay Hydrated
Get Enough Sleep
When you are short on sleep, your body releases cortisol and breaks down essential oils, like sebum. This can result in an increase in oil production and lead to breakouts. To avoid this, you should aim to get 7-9 hours of sleep every night. You can also try to reduce your stress levels in order to get a better night’s sleep. There are many ways you can reduce your stress levels, including meditation, yoga, or taking a relaxing bath. Why not try lighting one of our Fireside Candles and soaking in the tub? The Christmas season can bring stressful days and late nights, so make sure you give yourself some much-needed TLC.
Remember to Use SPF
Choose Nutrient Rich Foods
When it comes to eating healthy, it’s important to pay attention to your skin as well as your body. Choose to eat a diet rich in healthy fats, like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A and E, and minerals, like zinc, copper, and selenium. These are vital in keeping your skin healthy and hydrated. You can also try to incorporate more fresh herbs into your diet, like mint, basil, and parsley, which help to protect your skin from UV damage. It is also important to avoid eating excess sugar as it can encourage oil production and lead to breakouts. When you are ready to indulge, try to choose sweets with lower sugar content, like dark chocolate.
There’s no denying that winter is rough on your skin. It can become dry, irritated, and prone to breakouts. The best way to counteract these effects is to nourish and protect your skin from the inside out. This can be achieved by drinking plenty of water, wearing sunscreen, and eating a healthy diet. Don’t forget to cleanse, moisturise, and get enough sleep to keep your skin healthy and protected this winter!