26 September 2023

Winter Skincare Essentials

Winter is approaching, and so our head therapist Emily has chosen her skincare essentials to keep your skin radiant and hydrated throughout the season!

Obagi Hydrate 

  1. Hydration:Winter air is often dry, and indoor heating systems can further dehydrate your skin. Obagi Hydrate is formulated with hydrating ingredients that can provide your skin with much-needed moisture. It helps to combat dryness, flakiness, and tightness associated with winter skin.

  2. Barrier Protection:Obagi Hydrate contains ingredients like shea butter that help reinforce the skin's natural barrier. This barrier protection is crucial during winter to shield your skin from harsh environmental elements, including cold winds and low humidity, which can damage and dry out your skin.

  3. Preventing Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL): In winter, your skin is more prone to Trans-Epidermal Water Loss, where moisture evaporates from your skin's surface. Obagi Hydrate acts as an occlusive moisturizer, sealing in moisture and preventing excessive evaporation, which can lead to dry and flaky skin.

  4. Long-Lasting Hydration:Obagi Hydrate is designed to provide long-lasting hydration. This is essential during the winter when your skin may need sustained moisture throughout the day and night.

  5. Nourishment:In addition to hydration, Obagi Hydrate contains ingredients like avocado oil and glycerin, which can nourish and soften your skin. This is especially beneficial in the winter when cold weather can leave your skin feeling rough and dull.

  6. Minimizing Irritation:Some people experience increased skin sensitivity in the winter. Obagi Hydrate is dermatologist-tested and designed to be gentle on the skin, making it suitable for those with sensitive skin.

  7. Makeup Base:Hydrated skin provides a smoother base for makeup application. Using Obagi Hydrate as part of your winter skincare routine can create a more even and flawless makeup application.

Overall, Obagi Hydrate can be a valuable addition to your winter skincare regimen, helping you maintain healthy, hydrated, and comfortable skin during the cold and dry winter months. However, it's always a good idea to consult with a skincare professional to determine the best products for your specific skin type and concerns.

Obagi Professional-C Serum

  1. Antioxidant Protection:Obagi Professional-C Serum contains a high concentration of vitamin C, a potent antioxidant. During winter, your skin can be exposed to harsh environmental factors such as cold winds and low humidity, which can lead to oxidative stress and damage. Vitamin C helps neutralize free radicals, protecting your skin from environmental damage and premature aging.

  2. Brightening Effect:Vitamin C is known for its skin-brightening properties. In the winter, your skin may appear dull due to a lack of sunlight and exposure to cold weather. Obagi Professional-C Serum can help enhance your skin's radiance, giving you a healthier and more youthful complexion.

  3. Collagen Production:Vitamin C is essential for the synthesis of collagen, a protein that keeps your skin firm and youthful-looking. Using a vitamin C serum like Obagi Professional-C can support collagen production, which can be especially important in the winter when cold temperatures can make your skin prone to dryness and fine lines.

  4. Hydration:Some vitamin C serums, including certain formulations by Obagi, include hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a powerful hydrating ingredient that helps your skin retain moisture. This is crucial in the winter when the cold air can strip your skin of its natural moisture.

  5. Even Skin Tone:Obagi Professional-C Serum can help reduce the appearance of dark spots, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation. This is beneficial year-round, but in the winter, when your skin might be more prone to redness or unevenness due to temperature fluctuations, it can be particularly useful.

  6. Improved Skin Texture: The vitamin C in Obagi Professional-C Serum can promote smoother skin texture by stimulating collagen production and encouraging cell turnover. This can help combat dry and rough skin often experienced during the winter months.

When using Obagi Professional-C Serum in the winter, it's essential to follow the product's instructions and incorporate it into your daily skincare routine.

WiQo ICP Cream

  1. Intensive Hydration:Winter weather and cold temperatures can lead to dry and dehydrated skin. WiQo ICP Cream contains moisturising ingredients that can help replenish and lock in moisture, preventing dryness, flakiness, and discomfort.

  2. Barrier Protection:Cold weather can compromise your skin's natural barrier, making it more susceptible to external irritants. WiQo ICP Cream forms a protective barrier on the skin's surface, helping to shield it from harsh environmental factors.

  3. Soothing and Calming: WiQo ICP Cream is formulated with ingredients like bisabolol and allantoin, which have soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. These ingredients can help calm irritated and sensitive skin, which is common in the winter due to temperature fluctuations.

  4. Redness Reduction:If you experience redness or skin sensitivity during the winter, the tinted ICP Cream can help reduce redness and provide a more even skin tone.

  5. Anti-Aging Benefits: The cream contains antioxidants and peptides that can help protect the skin from oxidative stress and support collagen production. This can be especially beneficial in the winter when the skin is more prone to signs of aging due to dryness.

  6. Preventing Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL): During the winter, your skin is more susceptible to Trans-Epidermal Water Loss, where moisture evaporates from the skin's surface. WiQo ICP Cream helps lock in moisture and prevents excessive moisture loss, helping to keep your skin hydrated and comfortable.

Be sure to follow the product's instructions and use it consistently to reap the full benefits. As with any skincare product, it's a good idea to consult a skincare professional to ensure it is suitable for your specific skin type and concerns.

 

 

Norwich Cosmetic Clinic

Nicky Snazell’s Wellness & Physiotherapy Clinic provides national and international services but our core pain management areas are Stafford, Lichfield, Cannock, Rugeley, Hednesford & Uttoxeter. So if you live in these areas we can help.

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