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There is no denying it, the winter is here and in full force, which means we can all use winter care tips. We may not have much snow yet, but itchy skin, dry eyes, chapped lips and stuffy noses are everywhere. Whether you get the common cold, like I do, or suffer from skin conditions such as eczema, like my youngest does sadly, we can all use some winter care tips to make it through what is arguably Mother Nature’s toughest season out of the four.
Start the new year off right by trying out these simple winter care tips and tricks to be a little bit healthier and a lot happier.
Don’t forget to moisturize
From skating to snow shoeing and snowy walks, winter is full of fun activities. However, we all know the cold can take a toll on our skin. In the harsh winter months, you should be paying more attention to your skincare routine. Try exfoliating more, limiting hot water and using a moisturizer. Dermal therapy body lotion is one option to help relieve dry, cracked, and itchy skin. With alpha hydroxy acids, it helps to replace old dry skin to reveal new skin and will help keep your skin smooth during the winter.
Stay on top of dry lips
Exfoliate your lips twice a week to help prevent chapping. Before you go to bed, make sure you apply a thick lip balm to bring back some of the moisture you may have lost during the day.
Fight congestion
A stuffy nose and cold weather go hand-in-hand, and this can dampen your day. Sleeping with an extra pillow to elevate your head, using a humidifier and taking hot steamy showers can help clear your congestion. You can also try a nasal spray like hydraSense Medium Stream. hydraSense is made from 100 per cent naturally- sourced seawater and helps to flush out excess mucus to relieve nasal congestion. Free your nose this winter!
Combat dry eyes
Cold winds and dry indoor heating are a recipe for eye discomfort. Make sure to give your eyes breaks during the day by looking away from your electronics or wearing glasses instead of contacts. hydraSense Advanced for Dry Eyes is one option for effective, long-lasting relief for your irritated eyes. It is preservative free and contains a clinically proven naturally sourced lubricant.
Stay hydrated
You may be great at staying on top of your water intake during the summer because of the heat, but it is just as important to stay hydrated during the winter. Don’t forget to carry around a water bottle and drink regularly throughout the day.
Get your rest
Less sunlight and the chaos of the holidays can often make you feel tired, so getting a good night’s sleep to restore your energy is especially important during this time of year. Try your best to stick to a consistent sleep schedule. If you have a hard time getting to sleep, try a relaxing night time routine, such as reading a book or gentle stretches.
With fun outdoor activities and the holidays, the winter is an exciting time of year! Don’t let the harsh weather hold you back from doing what you love.
What are your best winter care tips?
FT&PD
Suz
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.
Brenda Anne says
Suzanne, thanks for this information. I did not know that Bayer made nasal spray hydraSense . I am going to try to find it, I think I would prefer using that rather than a neti pot which I now use.
I think hydraSense would be more convenient. Thanks for the helpful post!
kathy downey says
Thanks for sharing these helpful tips.This year has been terrible for dry itchy skin for me,hope these tips help !
Deb Dorrington says
Although winter is official over I am glad as I experienced all of the above this year. My eyes were especially dry this winter and I did use the HydraSense eye drops twice a day, everyday. Thanks for your great tips.
kathy downey says
Winter is here again and those nasty winds from the seaside are so darn cold and harsh on the skin !
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
In the Prairies it’s the bitter, dry cold that;s so bad for your skin. Moisturise, moisturise again and again in the hopes of stopping skin from cracking which is especially painful on heels – I can vouch for that fact!
Shirley says
My skin gets very dry in the winter I moisturizer and drink water
Brittany Gilley says
thanks for these great tips
MapleMouseMama says
Thank you for checking them out. 🙂
Piroska says
Thanks for the great tips! The worst thing about winter is definitely the dryness it causes.