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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Winter is right around the corner and so is the harsh weather that can come with it. During this time of year, taking care of your skin should be a vital part of your beauty regime. Knowing in advance the steps you can take and products you can use to safeguard your skin from the elements will keep you ahead of the game. Below are my recommendations for your skin’s winter checklist.
1. Skin feels drier when there is less humidity in the air especially in harsh winter conditions , dry winds, mountain air or inside with central heating. Treat your skin to some humidity with a hydrating water mist; your skin will love it. Make your own with distilled water and a few drops of lavender oil or look for Evian water or Thermal Spring water by La Roche Posay.
2. Mild AHA’s are very helpful in moisturizing the skin. They gently lift off the impacted dead skin layer that impairs the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Schedule an in office AHA treatment with your medical aesthetician or use some mild AHA’s at home. REN Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel.
3. Boost your moisture level. Add a hydrating gel or serum that contains hyalauronic acid to your regime. (It is a naturally occurring molecule found in the body which keeps our joints supple.) It attracts moisture and holds it close to the skin. Oily skins – wash skin, use an astringent, apply a few drops of hydrating serum under your sunscreen, if you still need moisture look for lotions that are humectants. Dry skins – use a richer moisturizer with ingredients such as dimethicone, hyalauronic acid and glycerin (they help prevent moisture loss) with extra hydrating serum as needed.
4. Instead of gritty, abrasive scrubs switch to a gentle buffing cream (Caudalie makes one) for weekly exfoliation. Removing dead skin build up will allow your skin to retain moisture and brighten the surface.
5. Get ready for dry skin on the body. Use a loofah sponge twice a week with a mild shower gel and moisturize with a cream or oil while your skin is still damp. If you get keratosis pilaris (rough goose bump like skin on arms and legs) use a lotion like AM Lactin to get rid of the dead skin cells while moisturizing. Hands and feet get a treat with rich moisturizer and overnight gloves. Treat yourself to a really good quality lip balm that heals and moisturizes. Use it often – before you get cracked lips.
About Susan Perry
Originally from England, Susan completed her training in Applied Aesthetics and Physiatrics in London. She has been working with plastic surgeon, Dr. Donald Brown, since 1993.Together, she and Dr. Brown created one of the first medical skin care programs in the United States. Throughout her career, Susan Perry has been dedicated to continuing education and has attended many advanced training schools and seminars. She is devoted to exploring the latest, most advanced skin care techniques and products available, eagerly integrating the most effective and promising of these into the practice.
Susan Perry is an active member of Associated Skin Care Professionals, a prestigious organization that is committed to excellence. She has extensive experience in the latest products and technologies, including microdermabrasion, alphahydroxy peels, beta hydroxy peels, Obagi® skin care, and acne treatments. All products and treatments are personally tested for their efficacy and approved by Susan Perry before they are offered to our patients. More information can be found at: www.susanperry.com
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