Top 10 Skincare Products to Use This Winter

Winter! It’s a time for westerly winds and bracing weather, for woolly jumpers and warming firesides. It’s also a time for taking extra special care of yourself. Since the colder months are often the signal for dry, flaky skin, increased irritation and chapped lips that feel like they’re about to fall off. But fear not! These 10 skincare products have been specially designed to keep you looking and feeling radiant, even during the harshest of winter days and nights.

1. Hope in a Jar by Philosophy, $39.00

Firstly, protecting against dry skin is most effectively achieved with a quality moisturizer. The Hope in a Jar is a firm fan’s favorite for many different reasons. Not only will it hydrate and protect your skin against free radical damage, but it gives a helpful boost to texture, tone and coloration.

2. Bright Reveal Brightening Day Moisturizer SPF 30 by L’Oréal Paris, $19.99

Just because the mercury might have dropped, that doesn’t mean your skin isn’t in need of protection against harmful UV rays from the sun. With a unique combination of glycolic acid, pro-retinol and vitamin C, this moisturizer will improve tone, reduce wrinkles, boost hydration and keep you safe from UV radiation, all in one fell swoop.

3. The Healthy Body Butter in Pure Vanilla by Lavanila, $19.00

Moisturizing your face might be your priority, but don’t forget the rest of your body, as well! Lavanila’s Healthy Body Butter makes a tiresome task enjoyable due to its irresistible vanilla scent and the deliciously soft effect it has upon your skin.

4. Eight-Hour Cream Skin Protectant by Elizabeth Arden, $22.00

For a portable, jane-of-all-trades skincare product that you can slip into your bag and use while on the go, Elizabeth Arden’s Eight-Hour Cream can’t be beaten. Equally effective at soothing chapped lips or softening dry and irritated skin in a matter of minutes. Additionally, the fragrance-free version is particularly recommended for those with sensitive skin.

5. Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater by Mario Badescu, $7.00

Another great tool when your skin is in need of a quick burst of hydration is this fantastic facial spray. A simple spritz and your skin will be rejuvenated and revitalized, wherever you are! Designed to be worn beneath or on top of your makeup, Mario Badescu’s cult classic provides an instant tonic and has an intoxicating aroma, to boot.

6. AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution by The Ordinary, $7.20

The dryness caused by the colder temperatures can often lead to a build-up of dead cells on the skin’s surface. Therefore, it’s a good idea to exfoliate once a week to freshen things up. This high-strength solution will get to work in just 10 minutes and leave your face positively glowing.

7. Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches by Peter Thomas Roth, $52.00

This tub of 60 revitalizing eye patches are the perfect antidote to wintry temperatures. The hyaluronic acid contained within is capable of retaining up to 1,000 times its weight in atmospheric moisture and locking that in to your epidermis. Resulting in the reduction of the appearance of crow’s feet, wrinkles and other unsightly lines that can appear during the colder months.

8. Hydrating Yogurt Mask by Amala Beauty, $64.00

A weekly application of an overnight face mask is the perfect way to treat yourself and bring your skin back to its glowing best. This hydrating yogurt mask from Amala combines ingredients such as macadamia and rosehip seed. It is designed to soothe dry, dehydrated skin and return its youthful luster.

9. Vanilla Buttercream Lip Care by Nivea, $9.99

Unlike many other scented lip balms, Nivea’s Vanilla Buttercream Lip Care is specifically engineered to instantly hydrate your lips as well as keep them moisturized all day. The result? Soft, healthy and kissable lips, of course. Moreover, the smell is absolutely divine.

10. The Hyaluronic Molecule by The Fountain, $30.00

This highly-concentrated supplement provides you with a boost of anti-inflammatory, hydrating hyaluronic acid, a naturally-occurring lubricator found within the body. By taking two teaspoons of the supplement once per day, you can give your skin a plumping boost from the inside out.

Share your seasonal skincare secrets

There you have it! Ten of the best skincare products to keep you feeling radiant and resplendent this winter. What do you think? Have you tried these out yourself? Maybe you have other hidden gems you swear by, or a winter routine you simply can’t do without? Don’t bury your secrets in the snow – share them with the world! Leave us your comments, questions and suggestions below. Sharing is caring!