I've had many conversations these last few weeks with clients complaining of dry, itchy skin. It's a very common problem in the winter as the outdoor temperature falls and the air drys, combined with the indoor dry, heated air. Feels like you can't win!!
But, you can, with some clever adaptations of your existing skin-care routines.
Examine your skin-care products and routine. You may need to choose a milder, non-foaming facial cleanser, and reduce your exfoliating from 2-3 times a week to once a week. Please use tepid to mildly warm water - no hot water washing for face, body or hair. Yes, I know, nothing feels better than a steamy shower after a day of chilly temps, but that hot water will draw out precious moisture from your skin.
After cleansing your face, leave your skin just a little moist and then apply a hydrating serum (such as Dermaquest Advanced B5 Serum) followed immediately with a rich moisturizer, such as Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance. Those with extremely dry, chapped skin will benefit from Dermalogica's Super Rich Repair, a balm-like moisturizer.
Wait a few moments, then apply a full-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more.
Keep it brief! Quick showers and baths will hydrate your skin but spend too much time under that spray and you're washing moisture down the drain. Be sure to use an SLS-FREE and PARABEN-FREE body wash such as WHISH Body Wash. I'm loving it and you can find it for sale in my studio.
Seize the moment! Once your skin is clean (not stripped) and hydrated, get some moisture on there asap. Hydrating body wash is a start, but this simple routine will take it to the next level.
While still in the shower, apply a rich body lotion while your skin is still wet. WHISH body butter is amazing, and for scaly, flaky skin you can try PCA Body Therapy.
Massage in for about 30 seconds, then blot gently with a towel.
Now, apply a body oil such as sesame oil, raw virgin coconut oil or even a little light olive oil, and massage into the skin. I also like spray oils. Solstice Scents makes one that I use frequently, and there are many amazingly blended scents to choose. Another option is shea butter and/or cocoa butter, which are available online and at places line Whole Foods. Skindecent.com is a company in Canada that carries a wonderful whipped shea butter!! The shipping is pretty steep to the States, but I think it's worth it!!
You will need to wait a few minutes before dressing to allow the oil to penetrate. If you've been a little too generous and you're afraid it will stain your clothes, buff lightly with your towel.
You might also find that including more healthy fats in your diet might make your skin more comfortable. You could try almonds, avocados, olive oil and coconut oil. Salmon is a wonderfully healthy fatty fish for those that eat fish.
You can improve your dry skin!! Please call me for more tips and professional treatments. 310.487.3663 or email appointments@goddesslynnebodyandskin.com
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