As much as we enjoy being warm and cosy during the chilly winter months, fluctuating temperatures can wreak havoc on our skin. It's crucial to adjust your skincare routine in winter to meet your skin's needs. From moisturisers to cleansers and serums, we have a wealth of tips to ensure your skin remains happy and healthy throughout the season.

The Impact of Winter

In the colder months, along with decreased humidity and the drying effects of central heating, your skin is likely to feel drier, leading to patches of flakiness, along with issues such as redness, dullness, and breakouts. This can weaken your skin barrier, deplete moisture, and heighten sensitivities.

Retaining Moisture

To combat the drying effects of cold weather, try using skincare products that contain hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid offers numerous benefits and is a skincare ingredient we suggest incorporating into your routine year-round. By attracting moisture and enhancing your skin's ability to retain it, hyaluronic acid boosts the effectiveness of all your hydrating products, ensuring your skin remains hydrated and appears more radiant.

At lavera, we offer a skincare range called Hydro Refresh, which is formulated with natural hyaluronic acids and organic algae to provide the skin with intense moisture. The effective formula naturally boosts the moisture content of your skin for perfect moisture balance, without leaving a sticky or greasy feeling. This skincare range includes a Day Cream, Serum, Micellar Water and Face Mist to ensure the skin stays hydrated throughout the day.

Calming Skincare

Winter skincare isn't solely about combating dryness; the harsher daily conditions can lead to irritation and damage, resulting in redness and potentially dry patches. To alleviate the skin issues that winter can bring, consider incorporating some calming ingredients into your routine. These can help soothe problem areas and reduce unwanted redness.

Our basis sensitiv Calming Skincare range is ideal for reducing signs of reactive skin. The moisturising and fragrance-free range, formulated with organic aloe vera and organic almond oil, reduces dryness and sensations of tightness leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth.

Brightening Ingredient: Vitamin C

If you feel like your skin is looking dull in the winter months, then start incorporating skincare products with vitamin C into your routine. Vitamin C can benefit the skin in many ways, including brightening the complexion and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Our Glow By Nature skincare range, formulated with vitamin C and natural coenzyme Q10, is ideal for revitalising dull and tired skin as it provides the skin with a natural boost of energy, resulting in a radiant complexion. The Glow By Nature range, consisting of a Day Cream and Serum, is ideal for using daily to make the skin glow.

Additional Tips

As winter approaches, your skin may require some additional care, and you might notice new problem areas that typically don't arise during warmer months. The skin around our eyes is particularly sensitive and can be adversely affected by the cold weather, so incorporating an eye cream can provide essential protection when it’s needed most.

For skincare enthusiasts, face masks are probably already a staple in your routine. However, if they aren't, consider introducing a weekly hydrating mask. This not only boosts hydration but also offers valuable self-care during the extended winter season. Treat yourself to an at-home spa day with our Sheet Masks and unwind while your skin absorbs all the moisturising goodness.

There are countless ways to modify your winter skincare regime. Since everyone's skin is unique, it's crucial to discover what works best for you. Be sure to seek out hydrating and soothing ingredients, and remember to pamper your skin throughout the winter months.