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Winter skincare adjustments for seasonal changes

Protect your skin during winter with adjustments for cold, dry weather and indoor heating.

Winter skincare routine

Understanding winter skin challenges

Cold outdoor temperatures reduce skin moisture. Indoor heating lowers humidity further. Wind depletes skin oils. This combination causes dryness, flaking and irritation.

Winter also brings increased UV exposure from snow reflection (even on cloudy days). Sunscreen remains necessary despite lower temperatures.

Adjusting your winter routine

Use richer moisturizers than summer. Add a hydrating serum or face oil before moisturizer. Apply moisturizer to damp skin to seal in water.

Reduce use of drying products (vitamin C serums, retinol, exfoliants) if your skin feels irritated. Your winter routine can include these but may need timing adjustments.

Practical winter skincare tips

Protect lips with balm containing sunscreen. Wear moisturizing gloves to protect hands. Use a humidifier indoors to increase air moisture.

Apply sunscreen every day, including before outdoor winter activities. Snow reflects up to 80% of UV rays, so even shaded faces get exposed.

Sources

American Academy of Dermatology — Seasonal Skincare

Professional guidance on adjusting skincare for seasonal changes.