‘Seasonal skin’ is a real thing, people.

It works in the same way as your wardrobe. When the months start getting chilly, you leave the summer dresses behind and get out the jerseys and scarves.

In the same way, a change of season should also mean a change in your skincare regime.

Cold winter air holds less water which makes it a lot drier. In a bid to achieve balance, it attempts to draw moisture from everything around it, including your skin.

This is why your skin feels a lot drier in the chillier months and requires a more intensive, hydrating moisturiser.

Now that you know why your skin is drying out, what can you do about it?

The doctors at Skin Renewal have some suggestions:

Use a hydrating moisturiser

Today’s most innovative hydrators contain hardworking humectants, which are ingredients that can bond to the water molecules in your skin. A great example is hyaluronic acid. It occurs naturally in your skin and can bind to up to 1 000 times its weight in water to moisturise and plump from the inside out.

Two hydrating moisturisers to consider are  Lamelle Correctives Hydrating HA Serum Plus and SkinCeuticalsHyaluronic Acid Intensifier (H.A.) serum.

Laser treatments

Certain lasers and peels can do a brilliant job of removing the uppermost layers of your skin. The result is a brighter-looking, more evenly toned complexion, but the process can increase sun sensitivity. For this reason, scheduling them in winter is best.

Support your skin and health

Proper nutrition is essential to healthy-looking skin and wellness, so getting enough of what you need to survive colds and flu season is vital.

This is why immune-boosting vitamin C should be a winter staple. Good food sources include red peppers, citrus fruits and cruciferous veggies like broccoli and cauliflower. You could also use a supplement like MSM & Vit C Powder.

Aside from vitamin C, it also contains anti-inflammatory MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) that can help calm eczema, a condition that tends to flare during the colder months.

Another great winter-time supplement is vitamin D. A lack of sunlight in winter, plus a growing awareness around the damaging effects of unprotected sun exposure, have seen an uptake in vitamin D deficiencies, even in sunny South Africa.

The bottom line? Taking good care of yourself is a year-round affair.

With simple changes to your skincare routine, the addition of a few cleverly chosen supplements, and a commitment to healthy eating and fitness, you can enjoy a winter of wellness.

If you need a little help to stay on track, you might want to consider making an appointment to chat with a Skin Renewal expert today.

They’ll help you look and feel your best, no matter the season.