The winter months mean cooler temperatures, drier air, and, of course, loss of moisture in your skin.  When the outdoor temperature starts to drop, you may notice your skin becoming dry, even itchy or irritated.  Indoor heating systems further aggravate the problem by robbing the air of its moisture – moisture that your skin craves!  As soon as you feel that first chill in the air, it’s time to transform your skin care and moisturizing routine to make sure your skin stays healthy, soft and supple.  Try these products for dry skin to help guard against the elements.

Before you begin your new winter skin care regimen, prepare to receive new moisture with a Microdermabrasion Peel.  Microdermabrasion clears away dead skin cells, allowing moisturizers to better penetrate dry, damaged skin.  Skin Rx’s formula is enriched with natural hydrators, vitamins A, C, E, and other antioxidants.

Once you’ve cleared away old skin cells, choose a gentle facial cleanser that won’t strip away natural moisture.  Arnica Facial Wash is a mild foaming cleanser, specially formulated for very dry and highly sensitive skin.  Arnica, a plant species of the sunflower family, has a natural anti-inflammatory effect on the skin, helping to soothe skin cells damaged by the cold.  This facial wash, which contains no oil, perfumes, fragrance, dyes or alcohols, provides full cleansing with the mildness your sensitive winter skin needs.

Next, you’ll need to make sure your skin receives additional moisture.  Skin Rx’s Liquid Silk can be used either under or over moisturizer for added softness and protection against drying.  This paraben-free serum is made up of plant extract oils and phospholipids, helping you achieve a silky-smooth complexion while nourishing your skin!

You’ll also want to guard against dry indoor heat by switching to a rich daily moisturizer.  Herbal Moisture Creme offers intense hydration and is very well-suited to dry skin.  Its non-greasy formula will keep your face feeling fresh with a host of natural ingredients, including whole aloe, ceramides, hyaluronic acid (maximum water hydrator), echinacea, cornflower, soy, meadowfoam oil, squalane oil, and vitamins A, C, and E.

Winter might have you spending more time indoors, but you still need to apply sunscreen on a daily basis!  Your daily sunscreen should feature a minimum SPF of 15, and winter sports enthusiasts will want to choose a higher SPF.  Advanced Protection SPF 30 SunBlock provides protection with a lightweight, non-greasy, fragrance-free formula.  Green Tea, vitamins A, C, and E, and plant extracts offer an anti-aging boost.  Remember to guard your lips as well – Skin Rx’s Vibran-C Lip Treatment with SPF 15 soothes dry and chapped lips while shielding against sun damage!

Now that you’ve prepared your skin for harsh winter temperatures, should you make any changes to your makeup routine?  In trying out different makeup products, many women find that mineral makeup is more appropriate for sensitive winter skin than traditional makeup formulas.  Skin Rx offers a full range of different mineral makeup products, including base, powder, concealer, blush, highlighter, eye shadow, eye liner, mascara, lipstick, lip gloss and more.  Our 6-Piece Starter Kit includes Mineral Base, Porcelain Finishing Powder, Glow (highlighter), Touch of Sun (bronzer), a flocked sponge, and your choice of kabuki brush or dome brush.

Lastly, don’t forget the basics!  If you live in a very dry climate, a humidifier can help reintroduce moisture into the air.  Make sure to drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.  Get enough sleep (your skin will love you for it).  And even though you might crave a hot shower on a chilly morning, choose lukewarm water instead – hot water can actually draw moisture out of your skin!

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Question:

I am 61 years old.

I consider my skin dry.

I use the glycolic peels already, and I want to purchase other products, but am confused as to what to get.

Would you recommend this -

Gel cleaner

Hydra Essence Toner

Herbal moisture creme

Liquid silk

D20 mist spray

I am just confused as to which moisturizer, etc. to get. I also saw where you have Pro-Med retinal face cream…..

Is this a moisturizer so you wouldn’t use herbal moisture creme?

I want to start (slowly) to try your other products. Can you help me select which to start out with?

I saw face firming complex – but would I use that with moisturizer also?

Please, just send me any info on “how to get started” with the “switch” to your products.

I have clear skin, olive complexion. Looks a lot younger than the 61 years and I would like to keep it that way.

Thanks for your time.

Answer:

Thank you for your recent interest in our products! You are correct in your suggestions. I would recommend the Arnica Facial Wash for a creamy cleanser if you prefer a more gentle cleanser for mature, dry skin. If you prefer an oil-free cleanser, the Glyco-lactic Gel Cleanser is a popular one for all skin types. This also doubles as a body wash if you find it too drying for your face. Hydra Essence toner is an excellent hydrator for sensitive, dry skin. I am in my early forties and I love the Herbal Moisture Creme as a night treatment as I am not overly dry. You could use this creme day and night, followed by the Liquid Silk for the ultimate in hydration. The Liquid Silk is rich in pure oil extracts, and brings about a rosy, healthy glow to the skin as it hydrates and rejuvenates.

The Pro-Med Face Cream is more of a treatment than the Herbal Moisture. It contains the Alpha/Beta Hydroxy acids which help to reduce the signs of aging, such as fine lines, sun/aging spots, and adds to a youthful, more even tone to the skin. The Face Firming works much in the same way as this, an anti-aging treatment. I would recommend the Liquid Silk as a must, because it is inter-changeable with any of our products. Then it would be up to you if you want more hydration at night, you could use the Pro-Med Face Cream.

As for the D2O Mist, this is a wonderful, throughout-the-day hydrator. It is especially good for dry climates and and for use when you travel by airplane. You can’t go wrong with any of these products. For making the switch, you may want to start with the cleanser, toner and choose a moisturizer plus the Liquid Silk and you’re set!

You describe your skin as looking younger than your 61 years…great for you! Any of these products will help you maintain and improve on that. I am happy to help, and hope some of these suggestions will direct you on your purchase. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance.