Top Five Ways to Winterize Your Skin

This time of year I see a lot clients with dry, flaky, irritated skin. It’s no wonder, with outdoor temperatures being well below freezing, and the dehydrating effects of indoor heat. Basically winter skin takes a lot of abuse.

Here are a few tips that I always tell my clients, and I want to share with you:

Hydrate! Drink lots of water, and no it doesn’t count if it’s filtered through coffee beans. However, a cup of decaf tea actually does count towards your 8 glasses a day and flushes out toxins.

Exfoliate! The top layer of skin is made up of dry, dead cells that need to be removed to reveal the brighter, healthier skin beneath. This is why I recommend microdermabrasion to my clients, even those with the most sensitive skin including lips, chest and hands. The process is gentle, yet extremely effective. In between treatments you can use exfoliating products up to 3 times a week, just be sure that they are not too abrasive. You can actually damage and irritate your skin if you use too harsh a product.

Lubricate! A good moisturizer is like a shield that protects your skin from harsh environmental elements. I recommend a richer nighttime moisturizer and one that has an SPF of at least 15 for daytime—remember the sun is still strong even in the dead of winter. For added protection use a tinted moisturizer with SPF as foundation. Be sure to apply moisturizers to your neck and décolletage. And don’t forget eye cream for the delicate skin under the eyes, lip balm for the lips and hand cream. (You can even use lip balm on your hands in a pinch).

Eliminate! Get rid of unhealthy additives, especially when you’re talking about what you put on your skin. Many products are filled with chemicals. This is why I use Jurlique products on my clients. They are natural, organic and have an amazing smell. There are lots of other organic skin care lines out there, so read the label when making your next purchase.

Evaluate! Be sure to visit your Dermatologist at least once a year to have your skin examined for sun damage, unusual discoloration and other skin-related issues. If you follow the rules above I bet they will be very impressed with the condition of your skin, even in the harshest weather conditions.

Following these simple tips can make the difference between dull, damaged skin and a healthy, bright glow. Pssst, and guys, these tips apply to you too. Wishing you all a healthy, happy and beautiful holiday season.

Julianne Steiner is a local esthetician, make-up artist and was named The Skin Care Wizard of Scarsdale, by Scarsdale10583. Read the article by clicking here. She is currently offering $50 off a combination facial and microdermabrasion—a $235 value for just $185.

Julianne Steiner, Esthetician
6 Palmer Ave.
Scarsdale, NY 10583
www.jsskincare.com

To schedule an appointment call: (914) 874-4453