That's why the skin is more prone to irritation and inflammation than ever, often itching and flaking. That is why it is so important in the winter to have in the cosmetic bag at least one remedy that has an anti-inflammatory and soothing effect. Protect the body's functions from inside: take vitamins. How else to maintain the skin in good condition, find out in the article on the topic "Thorough skin care in winter."
Peeling
As a rule, this affects young women who, during adolescence, had increased skin fatness and acne. Frequent use of drying agents has played a role. It is best in this situation, help the evening surface peelings with the subsequent application of a moisturizer.
Useful gymnastics
It is very important in winter to train facial muscles. Circulation will improve, and the vessels will strengthen. Open your eyes wide and raise your eyebrows. Repeat 10-12 times, speeding up the tempo.
Disguise
In winter, facial care must necessarily supplement nutritional masks. Ideally, if the composition of the mask includes honey or olive oil, which nourish and soothe the skin. Universal mask: mix in equal amounts honey and oil, preheat the mixture in a water bath. In a solution, moisten gauze napkins and apply to the skin for 20 minutes. Soak with a paper towel, remove the residue with a tonic. If the skin in the winter peels off, gently massage your face with a scrub and apply a nourishing cream. This procedure will remove the dead skin cells. But abusing scrubs in the winter does not follow: the skin needs more time to recover, and in winter regeneration processes slow down.
- Cleaning in winter should be softer. It is better to replace the means of washing on milk, cream or lotion to remove makeup. If you like to wipe your face with ice cubes, then in winter it is better not to do it. Especially in the morning. But contrasting washings can be useful (always finish with cold water), as this procedure trains the vessels.
- Day creams apply under the powder for 30-40 minutes before going outside. Give preference to creams containing lanolin, glycerin, vitamins C, E and A. But does not mean that the moisturizers we remove from the shelf. Just any drugs that contain water, it is advisable to use in the evening or for 1-1,5 hours before going out.
- Lean on ascorbic vitamin C helps to establish blood circulation and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.
- Even in winter, do not forget about protection from the sun. You, of course, will not burn, but the sun will have an effect on the skin. Check if the selected cosmetics have a UV protection factor.
Eyes and lips
Especially vulnerable to frost is the skin of the eyelids and lips. On the eyelids, it is very thin, so you need nutrition and toning. The skin of the lips is weathering and cracking. Therefore, even with decorative lipstick, always apply a hygiene product with the content of natural ingredients and vitamins. This lipstick will create a protective layer, even if the color is erased. Now we know how to take care of the skin in winter.