Combat Parched Dry Winter
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Why is My Skin Dry in Winter (and How Can I Change That)?

Always left wondering why you need a hefty dose of hydration as soon as the temperature dips? Dry winter skin doesn’t look its best and can feel uncomfortable and itchy. Luckily with skincare from NIVEA, you have go-to ingredients such as hyaluronic acid in many of your favourite products. What does that mean for your cold-weather glow? Healthy, happy and radiant skin!

All Dried Out: Why Skin Can Lose Hydration in Winter

So, for you autumn-turning-to-winter may be a mix of colder mornings, heaters in your office and that chilly 9pm walk to collect your food delivery. For your sister living in Durban, she’s still loving the mild temperatures, although the wind is getting to her. And her skin. The weather and the immediate environment affects your face. Sure our age and genetics are massive factors, but the elements we’re experiencing, such as wind or the cold, affect the skin too - despite your specific skin type. Research shows that external factors like the weather and environment can cause harm to the skin’s barrier and strip the skin of its natural moisturising oils.

Link for the research

That dewy glow of your dreams is just as attainable in winter as summer. All you may need is a product tweak-ment. And that’s not to say a complete range overhaul. This means sticking to what’s appropriate for your skin type but switching up your face care very slightly. Everyone’s skin is different and has its own special needs. To maintain the skin’s balance it is necessary to meet these needs. Here are some slight adjustments you can make during winter.

4 Winter Tips

1. Use cleansing and skincare products that are formulated for your skin type, but you may need to look for a richer or more hydrating face cream.
2. Try a more creamy cleanser versus a gel cleanser.
3. Exfoliate the face gently once a week to remove dry, flaky skin and leave skin smoother and more prepared to absorb the moisturiser and active ingredients more effectively. Don’t overdo it though and avoid exfoliating if your skin is sensitive.
4. Use a hydrating sheet mask for deep skin nourishment for dry skin (apply after cleansing and exfoliating the skin)

Hello Hyaluronic Acid: Meet Skin’s Hydration Hero!

Found naturally in the body, Hyaluronic Acid is your skin’s own water binder and is able to retain water molecules. This means it’s a powerful force in your skin, ensuring it has enough moisture and volume in the epidermis (the top layer) - a useful ingredient to incorporate in winter. Ageing affects the levels of Hyaluronic Acid in your skin too. So, products formulated with Hyaluronic Acid can ensure your face is getting enough hydration especially in the drier months.

With NIVEA’s carefully formulated range of skincare, switching up or adding in a Hyaluronic Acid rich product is effortless.