As the weather gets colder and the air becomes drier, your skin needs a little extra care to feel healthy, hydrated, and glowing. Winter weather can be harsh on the skin, leading to dryness, irritation, redness, and even more serious conditions. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with an easy, effective winter skincare routine that will help you combat these challenges and keep your skin looking glowing and radiant all season long!
In winter, the combination of lower humidity, indoor heating, and chilly winds can strip your skin of moisture, leading to dry, flaky, and irritated skin. During these months, your skin’s natural barrier can become compromised, making it harder for your skin to retain hydration. That’s why it’s crucial to adapt your skincare routine to provide more intense hydration and protection while avoiding harsh ingredients that may worsen dryness or irritation.
Cleanse
When temperatures drop, your skin’s natural moisture barrier can weaken, so it’s important to choose a gentle, hydrating cleanser that won’t strip your skin. Avoid foaming or alcohol-based cleansers, as they can leave skin feeling tight and dry. The purpose of a cleanser is to remove makeup, impurities and toxins. Whilst a clean base for your skincare products is crucial, your favourite every- day cleanser should serve it's purpose year round.
Our Cleansing Milk for Natural Beauty contains coconut, rose and aloe vera, the perfect concoction for skin in need of deep cleansing and hydration. Once you have clean skin you can target your areas of concern with specialised products later on in your routine.
Tone
While toner isn’t a necessary step in every routine, during the winter months, it can be incredibly beneficial. A hydrating toner helps replenish the moisture your skin may have lost during cleansing and prepares it for the next steps in your skincare routine.
Our Hydrolat toner consists of 100% Rose hydrolat which is calming and hydrating for the skin.
Scrub
An exfoliating scrub is going to remove your dead skin cells, this is so important because you don't want to put your lovely serums and creams over layers of dead skin cells. Exfoliating should be part of your weekly routine, but how often you scrub will depend on your skin type.
Normal/Combination skin: 1-2 times a week is enough.
Dry/Sensitive skin: Once a week, too much exfoliation can lead to irritation.
Oily/Acne prone Skin: 2-3 times per week. Exfoliating helps remove excess oils, prevents clogged pores and reduces the risk of breakouts.
Treatments
Winter can exaggerate skin concerns like redness, irritation, acne, and fine lines. To keep your skin glowing and smooth, it’s a good idea to use serums or treatments that target specific skin issues.
Our bestselling Face Oil for Glowing Radiance is not just about pampering your skin, but also about experiencing a heavenly scent that uplifts your senses. The angelic aroma of this oil can transport you to a serene and blissful state, making it a truly indulgent experience. It also helps to balance the skin's natural oil production, making it suitable for all skin types.
Moisturise
Winter is the time to swap out your lightweight, summer moisturiser for something richer and more nourishing. A good moisturiser forms a protective barrier on the skin to lock in moisture and prevent the cold, dry air from stripping your skin of its natural hydration.
Our CBD face cream is nutrient dense and a great winter favourite here at ila.
Your winter skincare routine should be focused on hydration, nourishment, and protection to help your skin combat the harsh weather and maintain a healthy glow. By choosing the right products and making a few small tweaks to your routine, you’ll be able to keep your skin happy, hydrated, and glowing all season long.
Ready to revamp your skincare routine for the winter months? Try incorporating some of these tips and products into your daily regimen, and enjoy the benefits of glowing, radiant skin all winter long!