6 tips for skin care cold in the cold season

The coming of the cold season implies not only the change of wardrobe, but also a special attention to skin care, which is now confronted with new challenges: cold, low air humidity, wind, temperature differences from the inside to the outside. Dr. Laurenţiu Vladau, a dermatologist specialist at the Hebra Dermatology Clinic, offers tips to prevent dryness, irritation, cracking, peeling and tern skin in the cold season. Changing seasons can be a real challenge for the skin, especially when switching from warm summer months to cold and dry months of autumn and especially winter. In the absence of adequate care, this transition often causes the appearance of tight skin, dryness, desquamation, itching and, in some cases, the exacerbation of dermatological conditions such as acne and eczema. Fortunately, there are a few simple changes that can be made to prevent the cold weather from affecting the health of our skin.

1. Skin moisturizers If the water-rich products are recommended in summer, the most suitable for the winter are the most moisturizing, effective to protect the skin's skin barrier. A strong moisturizing cream is also recommended for the body, and should be applied immediately after the shower. After the shower, the excess water should be cleansed by buffering, followed by applying a body moisturizer while the skin is still damp. Creams are indicated instead of body lotions, it is preferable to include ingredients such as ceramides, urea, glycerol, lactic acid in the list of ingredients, which helps to keep water in the outer layer of the skin, epidermis, and strengthen the barrier function of the skin.

Intense hydration also prevents dermatoses such as atopic dermatitis, various other eczema, especially those caused by dry skin or psoriasis, which tend to worsen in the cold season. 2. Performing dermatocosmetic treatments Autumn and winter are the most suitable seasons of the year to perform dermatocosmetic treatments because - due to low UV rays - the skin is less exposed to the risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation. Thus, in the cold season is the right time for problems such as hyperpigmentation, post acne scars, stretch marks, tired skin look to be ameliorated or even treated through procedures such as microdermabrasion, peeling, microneedling IPL intensely pulsed light treatments, or . 3.

Avoiding hot water Although winter can be extremely tempting to stay under shower for as long as possible, it is advisable to avoid hot water and limit the bath to no more than ten minutes. For hand washing, lukewarm water is preferred to the hot one for the same reason. Moreover, although it may seem natural to keep the temperature in the house as high as possible, overheating of the dwelling will dry up the air, resulting in a dry, sensitive skin, sometimes the appearance of an unpleasant feeling of itching. In winter, the ideal temperature in the house is between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius, 4. Exfoliation Contrary to expectations, exfoliation is a step that should not be overlooked in the winter when dead skin cells have to be removed so as not to block the moisturizing ingredients in the skin when using maintenance or rejuvenation treatments and to ensure regeneration .

However, excessive exfoliants and excessive peeling should be avoided because skin drying may occur. Gentle peels can be used that can be used safely and at home, strictly following manufacturers' instructions. A tip: it is preferable for exfoliation to take place in the evening because the skin does not have to face immediately after ultraviolet rays, and the process is followed by applying a moisturizer. 5. Use seasonal clothing Not only the girl and the body skin need extra winter protection, but also the extremities of the body, especially the fingers of the hands and feet.

Gloves and thick socks are recommended, but not tight, and well padded shoes. Protection is especially important when we plan to spend long time in cold weather and when practicing winter sports. In these situations, we are prone to develop frostbite that may not be perceived immediately, but even a few hours after exposure, with the occurrence of bruises and painful ulcers in extreme cases, toes and toes and rarely to the ears and nose. 6. Avoiding irritant materials It is recommended that during winter wear wearing abrasive or irritating fabrics such as wool or polyester should be avoided directly on the skin.

Soft fabrics such as cotton are preferred, especially in the case of clothing that comes into direct contact with the skin. .