As the weather gets cooler and showers get hotter, the epidermal barrier to the outside may be in need of boosting. Cold air and wind constrict blood vessels and can result in decreased moisture to the surface of the skin. Cold weather has less humidity as well. Hot showers and indoor heating evaporate water from the skin faster, resulting in drier skin that can crack and become inflamed. Adjusting your routine may entail small changes such as exfoliating less often and moisturizing more often.
When the skin barrier gets disrupted it can lead to skin sensitivity and dryness. The best way to prevent barrier disruption is to moisturize damp skin with a thick emollient - like Visha Face2Feet. This decreases TEWL and keeps moisture in the skin. Eatting healthy and drinking enough water (6-8glasses a day) helps as well. There may be different water in another place when traveling - it may be Hard or soft, making your skincare products act differently. Consider using bottled water for your facial routine if notice the water is different
You don' t need to change everything when you go to colder destinations or when the weather gets colder, just tweak what you have. Some products can be used during all seasons (serums such as Visha Skincare Advanced Correcting Serum). While it may be colder, SPF protection of >30 is always a must. In colder destinations dec the temp of the water used to wash the skin - hot water evaporates faster resulting in barrier disruption \
In the winter sunburn is real- making sunscreen important still. UV radiation bounces off surfaces like snow and water, so even though it is cold, the sun is still out, requiring SPF protection. In the cooler months with more clothing for protection, it is important to apply a quarter-size amount of sunscreen to your face, hands, and other sun-exposed areas. SPF protection of >30 is always a must.
In the winter you can change your diet to change your skin. Drinking 6 glasses of water as well as adding fruits and vegetables to your diet for a dewy complexion. Stay on a mvi and a probiotic as well as decrease inflammatory food such as sugar, dairy and gluten
Sleep deprivation results in inc stress hormone or cortisol. This creates inflammation in the skin- resulting in exacerbation of skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. Increased corisol increases oil production resulting in breakouts.
As a dermatologist, this is the product that I always carry in my self-care kit for a winter getaway. Eye cream: Visha Skincare Advanced Eye Booster gives 17% reduction of fine lines and eye bags in < 6min! It doubles as a primer and has a travel size too.
When on vacation do not take or do any peels, strong scrubs or prescription retinoids. They exfoliate the skin and cause skin trauma and should not be done when traveling. Results are not predictable in different climates, when you are eating a different diet and can have complications if exposed to the sun. Try to stay away from inflammatory foods. Take your suppliments with you and take your mvi and probiotic daily. Take a thick moisturizer, like Visha Face2Feet all over balm, to help trap in water after bathing.