As it’s winter season in Dubai, the cold weather may be tough on your skin. In addition, low humidity, along with low temperatures, can suck away moisture from your skin.
So how do you winter-proof your skin?
Shirley says, “The parts of our body that can often get neglected like our legs, arms or feet should receive extra care and love during the winter months.
“Take the time to nourish your body with clean products packed with nutrients and vitamins to restore elasticity to keep the skin soft and supple. Taking time to pamper your body ultimately results in feeding your soul.”
8 Skincare tips for winter in Dubai
Here we discuss some handy skincare tips to keep your skin winter-ready during these cooler months.
#1. Limit shower time
A nice long shower to make you feel relaxed and drain away all your aches and pain seems like a great idea. But taking long, hot showers dry out your skin, deplete the natural protective barrier and strip away moisture.
Over showering can also cause redness, irritation, and trigger conditions such as eczema. Therefore, limiting your shower time between 5 to 7 minutes and maintaining the water temperature below 99 degrees Fahrenheit is good for the skin.
#2. Opt for gentle fragrance-free cleansers
During the winter months, it’s best to go in for grime dissolving gentle cream-based cleansers. Cream cleansers without lathering add moisture, making them ideal for dehydrated skin.
SCO’s Olive and Castor Bean Cleansing milk is suitable for all skin types. Along with gentle cleansing, the presence of nourishing oils in this cleansing milk leaves your skin hydrated and super nourished.
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Olive and Castor Bean Cleansing Milk
#3. Make your skincare routine winter-ready
Apply toners and astringents sparingly. Mostly alcohol is present in astringents which dries out the skin. The American Association of Dermatology recommends that you stop using skincare that contains alcohol and fragrance to help skin retain natural oils.
Lips don’t have any oil glands and dry out quickly. To prevent chapped lips, apply ointment-based lip balm and stay hydrated. As for hand care, use a moisturizer every day. Never forget to exfoliate your hands and give a gentle massage with a nourishing cream before you go to bed.
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#4. Exfoliate
The harsh and cold winds irritate the skin on your face and hands. Likewise, the dry winter conditions strip skin of its natural hydration leading to dry patches and excess dead skin cells. These cells could clog the skin pores causing acne.
Buffing away the dead skin cells helps grow healthy new cells, revealing softer, smoother-looking skin. Exfoliating help the moisturizing ingredients penetrate deeper into your skin, resulting in a more hydrated complexion. Dry brushing is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells while increasing blood circulation.
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#5. Moisturize
Moisturizing enhances hydration and makes skin plump, soft, and supple. Also, it helps fight acne, slows down the signs of aging, and soothes sensitive skin.
A thick moisturizer is suitable for people with dry skin. Likewise, hydrating lotions are necessary for oily skin, whereas creams will work better than ointments for normal skin.
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#6. Apply sunscreen
Since Dubai is closer to the equator, the sun’s rays are potent all year. Even during winters, the temperature ranges from 23 to 29 degrees. For this reason, you should apply good Vitamin C serum even on cloudy days to protect your skin from UV A & UV B rays
#7. Maximize moisture in your atmosphere
Use a humidifier in your surroundings to add moisture to the dry air, as it ensures hydration to your skin. Similarly, when it’s cold outside, you’ll want to increase the heat, which could cause the air in your room to become drier. Set your thermostat to 68 degrees F to 72 degrees F to maintain healthy skin.
#8. Eat healthily and stay hydrated.
Start your day with a warm bowl of porridge with healthy toppings like dates and apples with cinnamon. Include water-based soups with lots of greens. Root vegetables can withstand cold winter and are high in Vitamin A & C. Consume warm milk (of your choice) as much as possible with flavor enhancers like nut meg & vanilla.
It’s equally important to stay hydrated by drinking enough water and eating hydrating foods. Instead of drinking plain water, infuse lemons, berries, or any fruits of your choice with water to make it more palatable. Likewise, drinking coconut water enhances hydration levels.
Stay beautiful this winter
Gentle cleansing, pampering skin with the proper nutrients, staying hydrated, and eating the right kind of foods will make your skin smooth, plump, and healthy. Instead of using harsh chemicals, choose SCO products that are organic, nourishing, and skin-friendly and enjoy a beautiful Dubai winter.
