When nature blows cold wind with snow and ice, it’s time to raise the thermostat on the inside of your home. Humidity levels drop during winter and harsh elements will rob your skin and hair of moisture. It’s easier to mimic a hibernating bear than it is to stay as active as you were during summer and fall. Change your beauty routine with these five wintertime health and beauty secrets from DCH Montclair Acura.
Moisturize more often
It doesn’t take long for your skin to turn dry and flaky during the wintertime. From your face down to your feet, your skin needs quality moisturizing using products with natural ingredients that are absorbed into your skin. Avoid petroleum jelly based products that only coat your skin (especially on your lips), and harsh cleansers with alcohol that deplete your skin of its natural oils. Always apply moisturizer right after you come out of the bath or shower and on your hands after you wash them.
Exfoliate your skin
In order for moisturizers to work properly on your skin, you have to exfoliate dead skin cells that form on the surface. If you don’t remove them, thick, dry skin can form that makes it difficult for your skin to absorb any moisturizing products. Slough off you dry skin layers using gentle, non-irritation exfoliants specifically formulated for your face, body, and feet.
Pamper your hair
Wintertime arrives with weather-induced hair problems in need of emergency treatment such as breakage, dry scalp, dullness, and hair static issues. If you use a clear shampoo, switch to using a creamy product during winter because they are less harsh than clear shampoos and help prevent static. Follow with a hydrating conditioner for your hair type. Another wintertime beauty tip is to use a tourmaline or ionic hair dryer, because they don’t suck moisture out of your hair like regular dryers that tend to cause more hair static.
Exercise over winter
When the weather is mild, outdoor exercise is easier unless you enjoy winter snow sports. Exercising in the cold has a surprise benefit—you burn more calories and use more energy that helps you sleep better at night. No suggestions for wintertime beauty secrets would be complete without reminding you that no one looks attractive when they’re sick. Follow a regular winter exercise routine as one of the best ways to keep your immunity system strong to fight off illness.
Dress wisely
It’s easy to run out the door without winter gloves. The next time this happens and you lay your hands on a cold steering wheel, remember that you’re putting stress on your skin that can cause premature aging. Showing off your décolletage makes a fashion statement, but when you unnecessarily expose your skin to winter elements, you’re risking overexposure that can cause dry skin. When possible, cover your hair and ears with a hat, keep your chest covered with a scarf, and avoid getting wet.
If you follow this list of five wintertime beauty secrets, your skin and hair will glow and your body will stay healthy. Of course, a little pampering never hurts, either. Visit DCH Montclair Acura for a truly luxurious car-buying experience that will get your year started right.
