"Winter Skin Woes"

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Don’t get me wrong, I love the cool mornings, the chill in the air, the fresh veggies, all characteristic of a wonderful winter, but there are some things I wish I could do without. Like feeling like my body has lost all its moisture entirely. Not to mention the scratchy dry skin, the constantly chapped lips, and the oh-so-pretty cracked heels! Luckily, I did some research and guess what? There are some secrets to fixing these skin torments during the winter folks. Read on and yes, you can thank me when they work for you :)


Drink lots of water: while I know winter isn’t usually the season which makes us feel too thirsty, the fact is that the skin needs hydration to combat the dry season. And the best way to quench that thirsty skin is to drink up.

Lip love: carry some petroleum jelly or chap stick in your bag wherever you go. Not only will this guarantee you have kissable lips all winter long, you will also avoid those painful days of chapped, burning lip syndrome! Vaseline or Nivea are great option I have tried myself.

Soothing socks: the simplest way to handle cracked, sometimes even painful heels? Rub a generous dollop of petroleum jelly on them at night before you go to bed and then put on a pair of socks. Give it three days and see the difference.

Hand holding: Unlike other parts of the body, the hands are often exposed almost all of the time during those cold winter days. To protect them, make a habit out of using a heavier hand cream three or four times a day.

Lather up: during the months of winter be sure to prevent further dryness of the skin by using a moisture-rich soap which moisturizes the skin while cleansing it. Dove works great for me!

Body basics: unlike the summer, when you can make do with a light body lotion, during the cooler weather it would be a smart idea to switch to a heavier body lotion which protects your skin from dryness longer.

Shower time: although most of us love nothing more than lounging under a steaming hot shower when there’s an early morning nip in the air, the truth is that hot showers are not exactly the best skin for the skin. In fact, hot water tends to rob the skin of its moisture, leading it to feel dry and itchy. Your best bet? Cool to lukewarm showers that stay short.

Double the dose: Invest in a small bottle of baby oil, and use it post your shower and before you towel dry your body on a daily basis. This extra dose of rich moisture helps to lock the water into your skin, keeping it hydrated longer.