Winter Skin Care Tips
Skin becomes dry when it loses too much water/oil. This is why skin generally becomes drier during colder months. Restoring lost moisture can make the skin softer, smoother, and less likely to crack. Below are some tips that can help diminish dry winter skin.
SHAVING
It’s best to shave after bathing when hairs are soft. To minimize the irritating effects of shaving (face or legs) on dry skin, make sure you use a shaving cream/gel. Allow the product to remain on the skin approximately 3 minutes before starting, and shave in the direction that the hair grows. Changing blades often, most certainly after 5-7 shaves, also helps minimize the irritating effects of shaving.
AVOID HOT WATER
Warm water is best for bathing since hot water accelerates the loss of the natural oils in your skin.
USE A MILD SOAP
Deodorant bars, strong fragrances in soaps, and products containing alcohol can strip natural oils from the skin causing dryness. Look for a mild, fragrance-free soap or cleanser that moisturizes.
MOISTURIZE IMMEDIATELY AFTER BATHS & SHOWERS
A 5-10 minute bath or shower adds moisture to the skin. Spending any additional time in the water often leaves your skin less hydrated than before you started. To retain moisture from a bath or shower, apply an ointment or cream while the skin is still moist, within 3 minutes of bathing.
If you would like to discuss personalized treatment options, please call our office at (512) 482-9344 to schedule a complimentary consultation.
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November Healthy Skin Month
Keeping your skin healthy and looking its best doesn't necessarily mean breaking the bank if you follow these practical tips from leading dermatologists:
Cleanse, treat, and prevent. Don't let a 12-hour period go by without using some sort of treatment or product on your skin (sunscreen counts).
Use sunscreen 365 days a year. This helps prevent sun damage that could lead to wrinkles, age spots, or even skin cancer. Also, look for sunscreens with physical blocking agents like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. They provide broader protection and last longer.
Get the most from your body moisturizer. In the winter, apply it to damp skin as soon as you get out of the shower to lock in moisture.
Consider using petroleum jelly. This common, inexpensive product has several uses for skin care including:
- moisturizing rough, cracked feet, elbows, and hands; dry cuticles and lips; and peeling nails;
- preventing chafing when running or biking;
- protecting kids' scrapes and bumps; and
- applying as a diaper ointment.
Use one or two skin care product lines at a time. Limiting product lines saves money and storage space.
Remember, a more expensive skin care product is not necessarily more effective. Don’t always believe the hype or the claims. Many times, less expensive products have more science behind their ingredients than the more expensive ones. You can ask an aesthetician what is best for your skin.
Consider dual-function products. Examples include a moisturizer plus sunscreen and a lip balm with sunscreen.
Get the most for your hard-earned money. When choosing anti-aging products, look for ingredients such as vitamin A (retinoic acid/tretinoin) and alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic acid, lactic acid, etc.)
Consider seeing a dermatologist to discuss any skin care questions or concerns. Here at eŌs Dermatology and Med Spa we are always willing to help you address your skin care needs and to provide you with our advice to get the best possible results.
Please call eŌs Dermatology & Med Spa to schedule a complimentary consultation at (512) 482-9344.
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