With the winter leaving your skin dry, it’s essential to look for ingredients that will counter the winter problems. Let’s explore some powerhouse ingredients that will assist you in your battle against the winter.
HYALURONIC ACID
Though the word ‘acid’ sounds scary, hyaluronic acid works wonders when it comes to hydration. It has the capability of holding 1000 times its weight in water. This ensures that your skin stays plump and hydrated. Think of hyaluronic acid as a moisture magnet, that attracts water molecules. Look for creams and serums with hyaluronic acid to stay hydrated in the winter.
CERAMIDE
Imagine your skin to be made up of blocks, ceramides are the compound that holds the block together. Ceramides create a protective barrier around the skin and prevent the loss of moisture by sealing it in. As the temperatures drop, it is necessary to replenish the ceramides to make sure your skin stays hydrated and intact. Look for products with ceramides to have resilient skin in winter.
SHEA BUTTER
This one comes right from the African Shea tree. In winter, shea butter comes in as a savior to help combat dry skin problems. This wonder ingredient is rich in vitamins and fatty acids, and provides deep nourishment and avoids moisture loss. Its rich texture makes the skin silky smooth and provides intense hydration. This ingredient is a must-have in your skincare products.
NIACINAMIDE
It also goes by the name of vitamin B3 and is a multitasker when it comes to skincare. Niacinamide keeps your skin hydrated and also helps to retain moisture in your skin. It also improves the overall texture of your skin leaving it smooth and hydrated.
GLYCERIN
Glycerin is a humectant which acts as a moisture magnet for your skin. This ingredient makes sure that your skin stays well hydrated. Applying products with glycerin will keep your skin hydrated and supple. If you struggle with dry skin, this is one of the main ingredients for you!
ALOE VERA
The dryness caused by winter can leave your skin red, flaky, and irritated. To soothe your skin, you can turn towards aloe vera. It is packed with vitamins and antioxidants and has remarkable properties to soothe the skin and provide instant relief. To add icing on the cake, aloe vera can also hydrate the skin. Look for moisturizers or masks containing aloe vera which will keep your skin calm, and hydrated and replenish any lost moisture.
The winter doesn’t have to be a struggle against dry and irritated skin. These powerhouse ingredients will help keep your skin nourished, calm, hydrated, and supple.