When the temperature drops, it shows on your skin. Thankfully, there are a few tricks you can adopt to keep your complexion radiant despite the cold and reduced daylight.
Take Vitamin C for radiance and firmness
Serums, moisturizers, concentrates… there are lots of different products that are rich in Vitamin C! And with good reason: this active ingredient is your best ally for a boost of radiance. Its anti-oxidizing properties also help limit inflammation while helping your skin cells fight the free radicals that are responsible for premature aging. Plus, it helps stimulate the production of collagen, the protein that gives your skin its suppleness and elasticity.
Want to find out if your skincare products contain Vitamin C? Read the label attentively. It could be listed as ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate or tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate—which are all forms of Vitamin C.
A few products that feature Vitamin C
Look for these other products to combat dull, lifeless skin
To complement the Vitamin C, look for these active ingredients that can help boost your skin’s radiance:
- Hyaluronic acid: This elastic molecule is filled with water and helps bind the cells together, keeping your skin taught and radiant, while helping to counter daily aggression.
- Thermal water: Rich in minerals and oligo-elements, thermal water soothes and fortifies your skin, helping it stay supple and well moisturized.
- Rose water: Acting as a tonic that soothes and purifies, this vegetable extract adds pep to your complexion.
Your complexion also depends on your lifestyle. So, to give your skincare products a boost of radiance, avoid sleep deprivation and drink plenty of water every day. It’s not only the easiest way, it’s also the best way to keep your skin hydrated and minimize the signs of skin fatigue.
Adopt a skincare routine adapted to the cold
The goal of your skincare routine on colder days: give your skin everything it needs to fight the harsh weather. Here are a few easy steps to follow...
1. Exfoliate
Twice a week, use a gentle scrub or peel to remove all the dead skin cells and impurities. Your skin will become more radiant and more receptive to your other skincare products, so it’s a win-win for you!
A few good exfoliating products
2. Nourish and fortify
Every morning and night: make sure you apply skincare products that are rich and effective at counter-balancing the drying effects of the cold while reinforcing the hydrolipid barrier that protects your skin against aggression. It’s a vital step for preventing and treating dry skin in winter.
For an intensive nourishing treatment, try using a serum that enhances the effects of your creams. You can also apply a moisturizing mask once or twice a week.
A few good nourishing and fortifying products
3. Protect your skin from the sun
The sun is still there behind the clouds, even in winter. And its rays are just as much of a threat to your skin. In fact, the sun is the primary cause of premature aging of the skin. That's why solar protection is an essential step in your morning skincare routine.
Make sure you choose a sunscreen that:
- Is appropriate for your skin type;
- Protects against UVA and UVB rays;
- Has a solar protection factor (SPF) of at least 30.
A few good sunscreens
Your beauty partners are here to help
Need specific advice on how to fight dull skin and a lifeless complexion when winter arrives? Visit the cosmetics section of your Jean Coutu store for advice and recommendations that are right for you!