Winter Skin Heroes: Unveiling the Secrets to Radiant Skin in Cold Weather

Winter brings with it a whole new set of challenges for our skin, from icy winds to indoor heating that zaps moisture. However, this season doesn't have to be synonymous with dry, lacklustre skin. To keep your complexion looking and feeling its best, we're diving into the world of winter skin heroes. These products and practices are essential for fortifying your skin's natural barrier and achieving that enviable radiant glow. Whether you're dealing with dry-sensitive, oily, acne-prone, or mature skin, we've got you covered with tailored tips to help you weather the winter with confidence. So, let's unlock the secrets to strong, resilient winter skin.

Understanding the Winter Skin Challenge

The chilly winter air can be unkind to your skin, leading to dryness, flakiness, and discomfort. This is largely due to a weakened skin barrier, which struggles to retain moisture in the face of plummeting temperatures and indoor heating. It's time to unveil the secrets to strong, resilient winter skin.

Winter Skin Heroes

For Dry-Sensitive Skin:

Hydrating Serum: Packed with moisture-locking ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides, this serum from Forest Spa Finland is your secret weapon for banishing dryness and sensitivity as it's been specifically developed to help redress the impact of stress on the skin and strengthening its barrier. 

Rich Moisturiser: A rich moisturiser, such as Crown of Nature Whipped Shea and Vanilla Butter, acts as a protective shield against harsh weather conditions, ensuring your skin stays comfortable and supple.

For Oily Skin Types:

Oil-Free Moisturiser: Even oily skin needs hydration. Look for an oil-free moisturiser to provide the necessary moisture without clogging pores.

SPF-Infused Cream: Not only moisturises but also offers sun protection, making it perfect for winter.

For Acne-Prone Skin:

Gentle Cleanser: Over-drying your skin can exacerbate acne. Opt for a gentle cleanser, such as Belief Botanicals Silk to Blush Cleanser that removes impurities without stripping your skin.

Spot Treatment: Target blemishes effectively with a moisturising spot treatment that keeps your skin comfortable.

For Mature Skin Types:

Anti-Aging Serums: Combat fine lines and wrinkles with anti-aging serums enriched with ingredients like backuchiol and antioxidants.

Rich Night Cream: Nourishing and hydrating, a rich night cream supports skin renewal, ideal for mature skin.

Tips for Winter Skin Care

Shower with Lukewarm Water: Hot showers can strip your skin of natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation. Opt for lukewarm water to prevent moisture loss.

Adapt Your Face Washing Ritual: During winter, consider washing your face once a day, preferably in the evening, using a gentle cleanser to avoid over-drying your skin. Follow up with a hydrating serum and moisturiser to replenish lost moisture.

Combat Dry Indoor Air: Fight the drying effects of indoor heating by using a humidifier in your living space. This helps maintain optimal moisture levels in the air and prevents your skin from drying out.

Don't Forget Lip Care: Your lips are often the first to show signs of dryness in winter. Keep them moisturised with a nourishing lip balm.

Layering Skincare Products

To retain moisture effectively, here's a layering routine to consider:

Begin with a gentle cleanser.

Apply a hydrating toner to prep your skin for better product absorption.

Use serums based on your specific skincare concerns, such as hyaluronic acid for hydration 

Follow with a moisturiser suitable for your skin type to lock in all the goodness from your serums.

During the day, finish with sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage.

At night, you can add an extra layer, such as a rich night cream or oil, to provide intensive hydration.

As winter approaches, it's time to unlock the secrets to radiant and resilient skin even in the face of harsh weather. Whether you have dry-sensitive, oily, acne-prone, or mature skin, there are winter skin heroes and tailored tips to help you achieve your best winter skin. By following our recommendations, you can ensure that your skin remains moisturised and comfortable throughout the season. With the right products and practices, winter can be a time to shine and keep your skin looking and feeling its best.

Jjungls' pick of the best winter skin products 

Derma Warrior Nourishing Body Oil £18.99 

Experience the soothing touch of this botanical elixir as it replenishes moisture, addressing dryness and promoting a radiant, healthy complexion. Say goodbye to parched skin and hello to a revitalised glow. For optimal results, apply this botanical elixir on damp skin. Doing so locks in moisture, providing a protective barrier that keeps your skin soft, smooth, and beautifully hydrated.

Skin Equation Recovery Balm £34

This all-in-one cream is designed to expedite the healing process for various skin issues, including eczema, psoriasis, bruises, insect bites, and burns. Crafted with precision, the balm boasts pure shea butter and beeswax, calming oats, nourishing borage and hemp seed oil, supplying your skin cells with the vital nutrients they need for rapid rejuvenation. Key ingredients like calendula, marshmallow root, and arnica address itching and inflammation effectively. Its water-free formula prevents trans-epidermal water loss, enhancing skin hydration and barrier repair. 

Bare and Rose Multi-vitamin skin oil £53 

Providing a perfect mix of Omega-3, 5, 6 and 9 fatty acids. Our Golden Face Nectar oil is rich in Vitamin C, K, D, A and E this oil has an array of skin benefits that can improve skin complexion, colour, texture and health. High in levels of Beta Carotene which supports skin's immunity and collagen production, while also increasing the skin's defenses against UV radiation. And lastly a rich source of Iron, Zinc and Magnesium. Carefully sourced ingredients, harvested in Australia that are free of pesticides, completely unrefined and as close to mother nature as possible.

Belief Botanicals Silk to Milk Cleanser £20

Revitalise your skincare routine with this Amaranth & AHA Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser, meticulously crafted with rejuvenating fruit acids to illuminate and soften your skin. Immerse yourself in the luxurious experience of this nourishing cleansing gel, enriched with glycolic and lactic acids, renowned for their gentle exfoliating properties. The inclusion of peeling extracts ensures a velvety smooth finish, unveiling a radiant, natural glow.

Ethosa Shower and Bath Kit for Sensitive Skin £19.90 

This all-natural, plastic-free, refillable body wash for sensitive skin is infused with plant-based active ingredients that work together to leave your skin feeling soft, fresh and clean. Plus, it’s allergen & scent-free, 100% vegan and cruelty-free! It is perfect for all of you who want to stop using products that contain harmful chemicals and plastics. You can now feel good about how you treat yourself! The kit also includes a body Konjac sponge.

Aggy Eco Lip Butter £4.99 

Elevate your lip care routine with this handcrafted Organic Orange and Vanilla Lip Butter. Imbued with mood-lifting ingredients, this artisanal creation ensures not just lasting moisture but a delightful sensory experience for your lips. Say goodbye to dryness and welcome the embrace of natural, handcrafted bliss for lips that feel nourished, supple, and utterly pampered.

Flower Power Company Serum and Face Roller set £38

The perfect combo to enjoy a spa treatment at home. Simply apply a few drops of Radiant Flower Facial Oil then use the face massage roller to help boost blood flow to your skin. Relieve tension, boost circulation and help reduce puffiness all over your face and neck area. Designed for those who love natural, organic, vegan and cruelty free skincare and believe beauty comes from within.

The Flower Power Company Radiant Flower Facial Oil is a delicate blend of floral oils including moringa, marula, sweet almond, sunflower and orange blossom that are pure and organic, chosen to nourish, replenish and help your skin glow. Use instead of moisturiser, morning and night for a natural and radiant super flower boost to your skin.

Happy Carrot Brilliant Beetroot Face Mask £24

A dry face mask with superfood beetroot powder to cleanse and gently exfoliate the skin. Use up to a couple of times a week to calm and balance combination skin. This nutrient packed superfood face mask will leave your skin nourished like never before!

Made with over 50% upcycled ingredients

Flawless Vegan Beauty Balm £8.99 

Super charged with Frankincense and Neroli Oil, and enriched with a wealth of skin-nourishing oils and antioxidants, it deeply moisturises and helps to prevent premature ageing. Its luxurious, creamy texture glides over the skin, leaving a veil of protective moisture that locks in vital hydration. The hybrid formulation performs multiple functions, all which give excellent results. Perfect for use as a daily skin moisturiser, or overnight treatment mask, this Beauty Balm will leave your skin looking and feeling its absolute best. The lipid based formula is also a wonderful cleansing balm and removes makeup with amazing results.

KŌHĪ Glow Like a Geisha Face Oil £45 

Elevate your skincare ritual with this  Rosehip, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E Face Oil. Unleash the power of these three essential ingredients to reduce blemishes, achieve an even skin tone, and visibly diminish the signs of aging. Glow like a Geisha as you embrace the transformative benefits of this carefully curated face oil – your key to radiant and ageless beauty.

Potion Organics Radiance Promoting Face Mask £14 

This mask contains red, purple and white clays that work together to exfoliate, brighten, unclog pores and remove blackheads. It’s even gentle enough on sensitive skin while still helping combat acne-inducing bacteria. 

Whether you have dry or oily skin, this all-in-one face mask works hard to keep your complexion balanced and dewy fresh. With bamboo powder that absorbs sebum without over-drying it out plus ingredients like pink clay designed for calming inflammation. 

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