Best tips for preparing for winter: How to protect your skin from the cold

We've enjoyed a warm and long summer, but now it's fall. And fall means winter is also on the way. As winter approaches, it's time to update your skincare routine to meet the challenges of cooler weather and drier indoor air. Cold air, wind, and drying heating can make your skin dry, irritated, and more sensitive. Luckily, with a few simple tips and the right products, you can keep your skin soft and moisturized all winter long. Here are our top tips to prepare for the challenges of winter and keep your skin healthy!

Tips for winter skin care

1. Switch to a more moisturizing face cream
The cold and dry indoor air of winter means your skin needs more moisture than in the summer months. Upgrade your face cream to a more hydrating version that is rich in skin-softening ingredients like shea butter or hyaluronic acid. These ingredients help lock in moisture and protect your skin from drying out.

• Product recommendation: Tilk! Face Cream – This face cream is perfect for normal to combination skin types during the winter months. It contains probiotics that balance the skin and help strengthen its natural barrier. In addition, the cream effectively moisturizes, helping to keep the skin healthy and soft even during the cold months.

2. Don't forget about body care too
We often focus only on our face, but in winter our body skin also needs special care. Swap out your lighter moisturizer for a richer cream or body lotion that deeply moisturizes and nourishes your skin.

• Product Recommendation: Nourishing Body Cream – This luxurious body cream deeply nourishes the skin and is perfect for dry winter skin. Bali Love Body Whip is enriched with natural oils and creams that leave the skin soft and moisturized. Its light yet effective formula absorbs quickly and leaves the skin feeling silky all day long.

3. Use a gentle exfoliator
While exfoliation is an important part of your skin care routine, it's best to use a gentler exfoliant during the winter months. This will remove dead skin cells without causing excessive irritation. Avoid harsh exfoliants and opt for products that contain soothing ingredients.

• Product Recommendation: Gentle Facial Scrub – This gentle facial scrub is perfect for dry and sensitive skin in the winter. It removes dead skin cells with natural ingredients, while soothing and moisturizing the skin. Organic Face Scrub contains organic ingredients that gently nourish the skin without irritation, leaving it fresh and soft.

4. Protect your lips and hands
Lips and hands are often the most exposed to the cold and dry conditions of winter. Remember to use a nourishing lip balm and hand cream daily, especially after being outdoors.

• Product recommendation: Tilk Moisturizing Hand Cream – This moisturizing hand cream contains nourishing mango and refreshing lemongrass, which work together to moisturize and protect your hands from the drying effects of winter. Love Me Hand Cream absorbs quickly and leaves your hands soft without a greasy feel. It is the perfect product to protect and care for your hands during the winter months.

5. Don't forget the sunscreen!
Even though the sun doesn't appear as bright in the winter, UV rays can still damage your skin, so remember to wear sunscreen every day, especially if you spend time outdoors.

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