If you have sensitive skin, winter weather can be detrimental to your complexion. Once cold air rushes in, the moisture leaves your face and can make it challenging for you to maintain your dewy appearance. However, you don’t have to let the seasons rule your face. Even if you have sensitive skin that has little tolerance for fragrant, ingredient-packed moisturizers, there are a couple of ways you can keep it silky smooth.
Avoid lotions with preservative ingredients The Telegraph reports that moisturizers that include preservatives such as paraben can be incredibly irritating to sensitive skin, especially when used around areas such as the eyes. To keep your winter skincare problems from becoming worse, avoid these products.
Exfoliate regularly Time magazine recommends utilizing an exfoliant containing lactic acid, which is gentle on the skin and can eliminate dead cells. In general, exfoliating can maintain your youthful glow and make it easier for your skin to absorb moisturizers.
Find the proper lotion for you Before you buy a lotion, make sure to read the label. Most products will tell you whether they’re suited for sensitive skin types, which can help you in the battle against winter.
If you don't take the opportunity to tweak your makeup routine when the seasons change, you might be missing out! Winter is the perfect time to introduce shimmery blush, dramatic lipstick and silver eyeshadow into your cosmetics collection. Here are some tips on how to revamp your makeup strategy in time for the new year.
1. Embrace your inner snow angel. Ladies' Home Journal reports that silver is the color of the winter season. Consider using a metallic silvery eyeshadow over your lids to create a snow angel inspired look that's perfect for the office as well as cocktail parties.
2. Try red on your pout. If you want to show your Christmas spirit, think about being bold with red lipstick at your next holiday get-together. This hue is not only beautiful and eye-popping but a great way to show off your luscious lips.
3. Don't be afraid to smudge. Contrary to popular belief, smudged eyeliner doesn't always have to be a bad thing! Vogue reports that smudged eyeliner applied to the lower lid has been an unusual but refreshing winter makeup trend seen on the runway as of late.
If you love winter sports such as skiing or you simply enjoy spending time outdoors, you’re likely going to need to give your skin a little extra TLC once the cold weather rolls in. It’s no secret that chilly temperatures can do damage to your complexion, even if you’re adamant about moisturizing. Here are some tips for the ski bunnies and winter lovers out there who will be braving the cold.
1. Don’t forget about the sun.
The sun might not be its strongest during the winter, but The Huffington Post reports that its ultraviolet rays can still have a damaging effect on skin. Consider a product such as Dermablend Cover Creme SPF 30 to even out your complexion and avoid a scorching from the sun.
2. Moisturize often.
As The Telegraph reports, it may not be enough to moisturize just once a day during the winter, especially if you have dry skin. Don’t be shy about re-applying your Dermalogica products throughout the day to stay hydrated.
3. Take care of your lips!
Chapped lips go hand-in-hand with winter, but they don’t have to be a seasonal mainstay. Keep lip gloss on hand to ensure that your pout is always moist and beautiful.
Although it's not winter yet, the temperatures are dropping. By now, you've probably taken your cozy sweaters out of storage and stocked your pantry with hot chocolate, so why not get even further into the winter spirit by giving yourself a winter-themed manicure? Here are the top 5 ideas to try.
1. Snowflakes. Even if you live somewhere where snow isn't a possibility, it'd still be fun to paint snowflakes on your nails with white nail polish. Add a coat of Lippmann Collection – Bring On The Bling Nail Lacquer on top for sparkle.
2. Tree branches. The leaves are all gone by now, which leaves behind plenty of interesting branch shapes to look at. Use a black or brown polish to paint spidery twigs across your nails.
3. Metallics. Something about a cool metallic shade seems cold and wintery, so go for a silver, gold, bronze or copper color from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers.
4. Holiday colors. Whether it's red and green for Christmas, blue and white for Hanukkah or black, green and red for Kwanzaa, you can't go wrong by alternating holiday colors on your nails.
5. White glitter. Use white glitter polish to create a French manicure by painting layers of it on your nails, concentrating it more on the tips with each coat. It'll be like the tips of your fingers are frosted!
From penetrating blasts of cold air to frigid nights that rob your complexion of all its moisture, the winter season can be brutal on skin. While you likely know to bundle up with warm sweaters and coats when you leave the house, you may not be so sure how to lend some protection to your complexion. Consider these three great beauty tricks to arm you skin for the coldest days of the year!
1. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Did we happen to mention, moisturize? During the winter, your skin can get so dry and flaky, it can feel like parchment beneath your fingertips. With a product like BORGHESE – Crema Ristorativo – 24 Continuous Hydration Moisturizer, you can hydrate your complexion and restore its natural radiance.
2. Be shower-savvy. On nights when the wind is whipping around your apartment, all you probably want to do is take a long, hot bath or shower. This is a major beauty faux pas and can break down the defenses that keep your skin cells intact. Instead, take brief showers and baths and be sure to moisturize as soon as you get out of the water.
3. Exfoliate – but be gentle. Whether you have normal or oily skin, a mild exfoliant like G.M. COLLIN – Oxygen PURACTIVE Mask can detoxify skin and slough away harmful pollutants that continue to accumulate on the surface, while also hydrating your complexion, making it one of the best-kept winter beauty secrets around.
It's kind of an urban beauty myth, but one we can't help but shudder to think about – can wearing too much lip balm during the winter months actually dry out your pucker?
While balms like Dermalogica – Climate Control Lip Treatment can nourish your smacker and provide relief to chapped lips throughout the chilliest days of the year, some people suggest that the cooling ingredients found in certain glosses and balms can actually trigger a full-blown dependency!
As legend has it, women who stop using balms after consistently wearing them can begin to suffer from terrible dry and parched lips, but according to Allure's Beauty Blog, this couldn't be farther from the truth!
"ChapSticks and lip hydrators have waxes or emollients in them to create a barrier to keep lips hydrated," Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., co-director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in Washington, D.C., told the news source. This, in turn, makes it next to impossible for lips to dry out after using balms.
If you're concerned about your skin staying hydrated throughout the cold season, try packing along L'Occitane – Shea Orchard Daily Duo Vineyard Rose, which is a great, on-the-go resource that can leave your hands and lips feeling replenished.
Fall and winter is when most women realize that they need to up their skincare games. Harsh weather, cold temperatures and the hot showers you take to combat them can all wreak havoc on your skin, drying it out, causing rashes or making fine lines and wrinkles more noticeable. But with Doctor Babor’s Derma Cellular and Biogen Cellular lines, you can be on your way to a clear, youthful complexion in no time.
The Biogen Cellular collection is designed to help your skin recuperate from traumatic experiences, whether it was a surgical procedure, a day spent too long on the slopes or an allergic reaction. The botanical extract used in these products encourages your skin to repair itself faster, cutting down the time it’ll take you to get your complexion back in order. For example, the Biogen Cellular Ultimate Repair Gel-Cream does all this while improving your skin’s appearance.
The Derma Cellular collection aims to energize your skin’s cell renewal process, speeding up the rate at which new cells are revealed. This can help you combat a variety of issues, including fine lines, dark spots, discoloration and dark circles. Try the Derma Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster For Lips for instance, which has an instant smoothing effect, plumping your lips from the inside.
Fall and winter come with plenty of awesome activities, from apple picking to pumpkin carving to baking cookies. But one thing that surely isn't putting you in the holiday spirit is dry skin – particularly on your hands, which are exposed to the elements on a regular basis. But, just in time for the cold weather season, Lotil Cream is back at Beauty Bridge!
Also known as "The Miracle Worker," Lotil Cream, which is imported from England, is regarded as the finest product on the market for soothing chapped hands and feet and preventing dry skin from returning. Rough, flaking, red and cracked soles and palms will get the protection and treatment they need after one application, and repeated use will ensure that your digits and toes stay soft throughout the season.
Try the Lotil Cream Jar for daily use, which goes on rich and creamy and absorbs quickly into your skin. Then pick up the Lotil Cream Tube for on-the-go treatment. It's the perfect thing to toss into your bag on ski trips or other cold-weather outings. Finally, try the Lotil Foot Cream, which uses rosemary extract and aloe vera to protect, soften and soothe hard, dry heels. You won't have to be embarrassed about chapped hands and feet this winter if you're armed with these moisturizers!
Jaqua Bath and Body products are back at Beauty Bridge just in time for the fall and winter seasons, when skin tends to crave a little extra loving. Instead of relying on lackluster soaps and lotions when your body needs TLC after a long day at the office or a cold day on the ski slopes, treat yourself with this elegant yet whimsical line of products, many of which sound good enough to eat!
The Jaqua Bath and Body Care line is made up of several different collections, each of which has something unique to offer. For example, the BFF Buttercream Frosting group of products are rich, creamy delights for your skin that will moisturize with aloe vera and avocado oil, all while smelling like tasty cupcakes.
For a luxurious bath, try the intoxicating Pink Champagne collection, which leaves your skin feeling soft and fresh with the scents of red currant, green apple, peach and jasmine. Or, try the Santa Barbara Spa collection – a line of products infused with the rich aromas, natural essential oils and skin-loving ingredients that Santa Barbara is known for.
Whether it’s an indulgent scrub, body wash, lotion or scented candle you’re looking for, Jaqua Bath and Body Care products from Beauty Bridge can take your bathing experience to the next level.
Glowing skin is a summer staple, and the warm weather and sunlight makes it relatively easy to achieve. However, if you want a similarly radiant complexion in the winter, it takes a bit more work. Luckily, Glamour magazine has a few suggestions that will make the process easy.
First, be sure to moisturize whenever possible. That means applying a rich lotion like Caswell-Massey – Almond & Aloe Body Balm right when you get out of the shower. You should also apply a thick facial moisturizer in the morning and at night, and keep a hand lotion in your purse for on-the-go softening throughout the day.
For shiny hair, serums are your best friends. Leonor Greyl – Serum de Soie Sublimateur will whip your strands into shape and protect them from frizz. If you want added softness, apply something like olive oil to the ends of your locks at night.
Finally, finish off the glowing look with shiny nails. Whether you choose a neutral nude or simply use a clear top coat, nails that reflect light look healthy.