Frost and dry air have an impact on the skin in winter, so during this period it needs special care, told “Lente.ru” Dermatologist Ekaterina Mokina.
Frosty and dry air on the street most affects the face and brushes. But in the room, the skin of the body and limbs suffer more, which leads to irritation, peeling and dryness, the dermatologist noted. She advised the tools for skin care in winter.
Purifier
These tools help keep the hydrolyphid skin mold, forming a protective barrier, Mokina noted and recommended choosing a soft and gentle cleansing agent for neutral skin type.
Moisturizing Milk or Body Cream
According to the doctor, these agents prevent dryness, irritation and peeling of the skin, and in winter it is preferable to choose a milk or cream for dry and very dry skin.
Protective and Nourishing Face Cream
“Nutritious cream is important to apply to the street outside of 20-30 minutes, and it is better for 40 so that it absorbs, then it will effectively restore the hydrolypide mantle, eliminate peeling and reduce skin sensitivity even in the most fierce frost,” Updated the doctor.
Balsam, Hygienic Lipstick or Lip Sticks
These funds are also important because they protect the skin of the lips from cutting, and also restore and soothes it, the dermatologist told.
Sunscreen with great protection factor
Do not forget about ultraviolet, especially in the days of solar activity, noticed mock. She advised to enjoy sunscreen to lovers of ski resorts or long walks, as long-term stay in the sun even in winter affects the skin.
“in these skin care products in winter, as a rule, contains hyaluronic acid, natural oils, possibly silicone and glycerin. Glycerin and hyaluronka are well-known moisturizing components, silicones protect our skin from different external stimuli, protected from dying , and the skin becomes softer, velvety. Avocado oil, jojoba, Carite preserve moisture, and this is important to restore the barrier function of the skin, the film is formed, but it is breathing, “Mokina noted.
The doctor also recommended to refuse for the winter period from the care of the care, which contains alcohol, as it is even more overwhelming the skin. This is especially true for male funds for and after shaving, she noticed. Women Dermatologist advised less often to use exfoliating scrubs, instead of two times a week – one.
Also, when washing, you should not use hot water and rub the skin with a towel, and how to wash it to avoid mechanical influences, said Mokina and advised to moisten the air indoors.