WINTER SKINCARE TIPS FOR COMBATING DRY SKIN IN LONDON!
London Dermatology | 1 November 2024
Many individuals are facing an unwanted companion as the winter chill descends on London: dry, itchy skin. Even the most hardy complexions can be severely damaged by the severe winds and low humidity. During the colder months, Devonshire Dermatology is here to help you keep your skin looking radiant and healthy.
Winter in London can be particularly challenging for your skin. The combination of cold outdoor air and dry indoor heating can strip your skin of its natural moisture, leading to:
– Flakiness and itching
– Redness and irritation
– Chapped lips and cracked hands
– Exacerbation of existing skin conditions
These problems are not only aesthetic; they can also weaken the barrier that protects your skin, increasing its vulnerability to injury and infection—especially if you begin to scratch!
Use these dermatologist-recommended practices as part of your regimen to maintain moisturised and healthy skin throughout the winter:
1. Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize
Consistent moisturization and barrier protection are essential for battling winter dryness. After washing your face or taking a shower, use a thick, emollient cream right away to seal in moisture. During the winter, switch to a thicker moisturiser (cream instead of lotion, for instance) for best benefits.
2. Don’t Forget the Sunscreen
Since the effects of UV radiation are unexpected on chilly, bright days, they may be just as harmful in the winter as they are in the summer. Even on overcast days, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 since UV rays may pass through clouds more often than most people think.
3. Humidify Your Space
Use a humidifier in your house or place of business to combat dry indoor air. Your skin and the air can both benefit from this.
4. Gentle Cleansing
In order to prevent depleting your skin of its natural oils, use a gentle cleanser without any scent. Steer clear of loofahs, washcloths, and hot showers since these can exacerbate skin dryness.
5. Protect Your Hands and Lips
Don’t disregard these delicate places. Throughout the day, reapply lip balm and use a thicker, more ointment-based hand cream. However, with lip balm, avoid licking and rubbing it off unconsciously, which necessitates more frequent reapplication, since this might result in the paradoxical “lip licker’s dermatitis.” To protect your hands from the harsh, dry wind that dries out your skin as it blows by, think about wearing gloves when you’re outside.