You asked…..
Q. What can I do this winter to prevent getting dry and red cheeks from being out in the cold weather?
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A. Cold weather, heavy winds, and moving from inside heat to outside cold can take it’s toll. Here are a few tips that will help prevent any further damage:
- Try cleansing with tepid water rather than hot. Hot water removes natural skin oils more quickly.
- It is a good idea during the winter months to use the appropriate toner and moisturizer. In doing so, your skin will better absorb the moisturizer and it will act as a barrier for the skin.
- Basically, you are creating a shield for your skin. Before going outside, cover your cheeks, lips, and nose with your scarf, mittens, hat or whatever you can.
- Dermalogica offers a product that can help soothe and hydrate the skin, offering easy to use protection with SPF 15. Yes, you still need to use some kind of SPF during the winter months.
Q. I get dry lips in the winter even though I drink a lot of water. Is there a lip balm out there with color that actually works? What do you suggest?
A. Our lips become sensitive during any type of extreme weather. Don’t lose hope with your water intake.  Keep in mind, after taking a drink of water the skin is the very last organ to receive that water. So keep up the good work! As far as product suggestions, there is so much out there! Determining quality products can be difficult. I really like Kiehl’s tinted lip balm. It feels exceptionally smooth and adds just enough color. It also has the SPF coverage.
Q. Do those night time, age defying eye creams really work? I use a regular face lotion before bedtime, will that help prevent wrinkles?
A. My absolute favorite night time treatment is olive oil. I put a few drops on a q-tip or cotton ball and pat on around my eyes and lips. Since doing this, I have noticed deeper color in my lips and even my lashes have become fuller and longer! Not to mention, there is no evidence of any “crows feet”. Check out my post about olive oil for more information.