Avoid Dry Skin This Winter and Improve Aging Skin with Bloo Pharmapeutica

Winter is well underway, and with a dip in temperatures comes conditions that pose a challenge to the health and wellness of our skin, as well as our bodies as a whole. Cold, dry, air and a lack of sunlight can cause serious issues, and for those with already thinning skin, the results can be exceedingly painful.

At Bloo Pharmapeutica, we’re proud to help those facing the difficulties of dry and aging skin, as well as promote wellness from the inside out. Below, we’ll take a look at 5 ways to protect your skin during the winter, as well as how you can alleviate the pain and discomfort of aging skin with the help of our innovative Aqua Miraculorum bath application. Read on to learn more!

Hydration (and Humidity) Matters
Dry weather is harsh on the skin’s protective layer and can break the seal between your epidermis (outer layer) and the dermis (middle layer). Staying hydrated helps to keep moisture inside the body, which keeps your skin soft and flexible instead of prone to cracking and breaking in the cold. Drinking lots of water, tea, and other hydrating beverages is crucial for overall health during the winter months (and all year round, for that matter), and helps keep your skin looking and feeling its best. 

To deal with the lack of humidity associated with cooler temperatures, consider investing in a humidifier or two for your living space; especially in the bedroom. Increasing the ambient moisture content in the air helps to alleviate the risk of a wide range of issues, including dry skin, nosebleeds, frizzy hair and more. 

Bonus tip: While showering can be a great way to hydrate your skin, doing so too frequently can actually strip it of natural oils that are integral to your skin’s health and wellness. Letting your water run hot for a few minutes and inhaling the steam, however, is a great substitute if you’ve been showering too often.

Moisturize

Cracked lips and scaly hands are two telltale signs that your skin is lacking moisture during the winter, and on top of drinking plenty of water, the best way to prevent these painful maladies is to moisturize often. Regularly apply lotion after showering, and routinely apply lip balm before and after going outdoors. It’s worth noting that your favorite perfumed lotion may not do the trick; while you’ll certainly smell fantastic, the kind of moisturizing we’re talking about here is best done by a heavier, unscented cream that soaks deeply into the skin. Regular lotions may not penetrate far enough, and the extra ingredients in perfumed lotions can actually end up drying your skin out or lead to allergic reactions if overused. 

Use Gentle Products

Wind and cold can do a number on your skin, and if you’ve been using particularly strong products in your skincare routine, you may want to consider scaling back or adapting your regular usage during the colder months. Products containing AHA or BHA can be quite drying on their own and make you more susceptible to flaking skin, sunburn, and a wide variety of other damage. Winter is a time to take it easy on harsher fragranced products and give your epidermis a chance to hydrate and refresh against the elements. 

Vitamins

Vitamin D isn’t just a great mood booster during shorter days with less sun, it’s also vital in the fight against dry and aging skin, brittle bones, etc. Make sure you maintain a healthy and balanced diet that incorporates plenty of nutritional vitamins like vitamin C, omega-3, biotin, and other crucial elements for skin wellness. If need be, consider looking into a multivitamin to supplement what you may be missing.

Note: Always consult with a physician before taking any non-standard supplements, are on existing medications, or have other conditions that may require further observation or recommendations.

SPF It Up

Sunscreen is your friend all year round, but many tend to forget just how important it is once temperatures drop. Winter rays can be just as harmful to your skin, especially when reflecting off snow and water. Whether you’re hitting the ski hill, skating, or just doing your day-to-day errands outdoors, take the extra moment to protect your skin with SPF; your body and your future skin will thank you!