Winter Skincare: What Matters & What Doesn’t
Winter Skincare: What Matters & What Doesn’t
As the seasons change, so should your skincare routine ~ but that doesn’t mean overcomplicating things! As an experienced facialist and founder of Face Matters, I’m all about keeping skincare simple, effective, and natural. So, let’s talk about what’s worth focusing on right now and what you can ease up on.
What Matters
💧 Hydration, Hydration, Hydration – Cold air and central heating zap moisture from your skin, so focus on deeply hydrating products. Think nourishing oils and moisturisers packed with ceramides and plant-based oils.
🛡️ Strengthening Your Skin Barrier – Your skin’s protective barrier takes a hit in winter, leading to dryness and sensitivity. Ingredients like bakuchiol, ceramides, and botanical extracts help to reinforce it.
🫧 Gentle Cleansing – Ditch the harsh cleansers that strip your skin and opt for a hydrating balm or gentle foaming cleanser instead.
🌞 Yes, You Still Need SPF! – Just because it’s cold doesn’t mean UV rays disappear. A daily SPF is a must, even on cloudy days if you are out and about.
What You Can Skip
❄️ Over-Exfoliating – Your skin is more fragile in winter, so ease up on strong acids and scrubs. Once or twice a week, depending on skin type, is plenty to keep skin glowing without overdoing it.
💦 Heavy, Pore-Clogging Layers ~ More isn’t always better! Stick to a few targeted products rather than layering on too many at once.
🌿 Harsh Active Ingredients Every Day – Winter skin needs TLC, not a daily dose of harsh retinols and aggressive actives. Swap in gentler alternatives like bakuchiol for a smoother, calmer complexion.
The key to winter skincare is keeping things simple, protective, and deeply hydrating. And remember, skincare should never feel like a chore ~ it should be a moment of self-care. If your skin is feeling dull and tired right now, why not treat yourself to our Bright Face Treatment Mask? It’s the perfect winter skin pick-me-up and on a special 15% offer until the end of March. Use code LOVE15 at checkout if you’d like to give it a try.
Stay glowing,
Sally, Founder of Face Matters 💚✨