Unlock winter skin care: five tips to protect the beauty of your skin

Author: Mao Chong Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital

Reviewer: Yang Jianing, Chief Physician of Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, Member of the Dermatology Surgery Committee of the Dermatology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, Member of the Wound and Scar Repair Group of the Medical Cosmetology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association

In winter, the weather is cold and dry, just like a "double-edged sword", which ruthlessly attacks our skin, making it fragile and causing various problems. But don't worry, the following five skin care tips can help you deal with it easily.

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——Pay special attention to the cleansing process

In winter, the skin's oil secretion is significantly reduced, just like a dried-up stream, no longer as "vital" as before. At this time, if you still use strong cleaning products, it will undoubtedly make things worse. We should choose milder cleansers, which are like gentle caregivers and will not over-deprive the skin of oil, thereby protecting the precious natural protective barrier of the skin. When washing your face, the water temperature should also be appropriate. Warm water close to body temperature is the best choice to avoid hot water scalding the skin and damaging the skin's stratum corneum.

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——Moisturizing is the top priority of winter skin care

At this time, we need to find a reliable "guardian" for our skin - a moisturizing cream or lotion rich in oil. They are like a magical "key" that can accurately lock the moisture of the skin and keep the skin moisturized at all times, just like putting on a layer of "moisturizing armor" for the skin. Moreover, not only the face needs moisturizing, but also the exposed skin such as the neck and hands. Remember to apply moisturizing products!

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——Don’t take lip care lightly

Lips are the "vulnerable group" of the skin. They have no sebaceous glands, just like they have no "protection umbrella". They are particularly prone to chapped in winter. Therefore, we should carry lip balm with us and make it our "lip first aid kit". You can choose lip balm containing vaseline. Vaseline is like a layer of "protective film" that can effectively prevent the loss of moisture from the lips, keeping the lips moist and soft at all times. When the lips feel dry, apply it in time, especially a thick layer of lip balm before going to bed, so that the lips can be fully moisturized at night.

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——Body skin care should not be neglected

When taking a shower, many people like to use very hot water, thinking that it is very comfortable, but in fact it is harmful to the skin. Overheated bath water will be like a robber, robbing the oil on the surface of the skin and making the skin drier. And the bathing time should not be too long, it can be controlled within about 10 to 15 minutes. After taking a shower, while the skin is still moist, apply body lotion, which is the best time to apply body lotion. Body lotion is like a "nutrition supply station", which can replenish the necessary nutrients and moisture for the skin, making the skin smooth and delicate.

——Pay special attention to the "hidden factor" of ambient humidity

Indoor air is usually quite dry in winter, which is a big challenge for the skin. If necessary, you can consider using a humidifier! It is like an "air magician" that can increase the humidity of indoor air, create a relatively moist environment for the skin, greatly reduce the loss of moisture from the skin, and allow the skin to spend the winter in a comfortable environment.

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In short, winter skin care is a comprehensive and meticulous process. Only by taking good care of it can our skin stay healthy and moisturized in the cold and dry winter, free from all kinds of skin problems, allowing us to easily get through this winter and show the brilliance and vitality of our skin.