The days are quickly losing their long evening stretch and temperatures are starting to drop as winter is just around the corner.
These changes can wreak havoc on our bright summer skin . The darkness and the miserable weather which is setting in as we speak mean two things for skin, dry patches and puffy eyes.
As the heating gauge is turned up skin can become very flaky and dry. It is crucial that we begin a regular moisturising routine to prevent this from happening.
The best way to begin the moisturising process is to drink a lot of water. Drinking the recommended eight glasses a day hydrates your skin. It’s a natural moisturiser.
It is also important in these winter months to keep a light moisturiser in your bag and regularly apply small amounts.
Often anti-dehydrating oils are the best to nourish the skin and help it retain moisture. Keep an eye on the shelves for products like cocoa butter and emu oil.
Over-cleansing can also have an adverse affect on dry skin. Be careful not to cleanse away any moisture that is naturally in your skin. An oil based cleanser is best for dry skin.
For those puffy, dark, eyes which plague many of us, I find the traditional method the best. Two cold tea bags on the eyes. However there have been break-throughs in eye care creams lately so ask your pharmacist for the best one.
Remember hydrated skin is healthy skin.
La Roche-Posay is running a dry skin pharmacy promotion on the Lipikar and Iso-Urea range in pharmacies nationwide. Buy the value pack of the 400ml pump of Iso-Urea, Lipikar Balm AP, or Lipikar Emollient and get a free 100ml Lipikar Surgras anti-dryness body wash, ideal for travelling (while stocks last ). This is definitely an offer worth considering.
