It’s definitely cold out there and unfortunately, we’ve got another couple of months of cold weather before it starts brightening up. The weather can have a significant impact on your skin. In this blog, we’re looking into winter skincare: aesthetic treatments to protect against cold weather.
Every day winter skincare
You should complete skincare every day to ensure that your skin remains healthy. Regular skincare can make your skin appear more youthful and help remove dead skin cells.
Moisturise
Use a quality moisturiser all over the body to reduce the risk of dryness and skin dehydration. Some of the best moisturisers contain hyaluronic acid and shea butter. Make sure that you use a moisturiser that is suitable for your facial skin. You can follow this by applying a hyaluronic acid serum to the skin’s surface.
It’s a good idea to moisturise in the morning and evening. Additionally, you should ensure that you drink plenty of water each day, which can also support healthy skin. You can try a few options to find your perfect winter skincare routine. Using a day and night cream can help with intense hydration throughout the day.
You should also invest in a quality lip balm to care for the skin on your lips.
Exfoliation
Exfoliation is key to removing dead skin cells and, therefore, improving the skin’s texture. This allows makeup to sit better on the skin and helps the skin absorb moisture from creams and serums.
Cleansing
Cleansing the facial skin allows you to remove any dirt from the face and helps to preserve the skin’s natural oils. Ensure that you use a gentle cleanser that is fragrance-free.
Use hand cream
Your hands have a lot to deal with throughout the day, so it’s important that you take time to care for them. Whether you use them often through typing at work or even when you’re washing up, it’s wise to invest in a good hand cream.
Wearing gloves to protect your hands from the cold during the winter months can also be helpful.
Common winter skin concerns
It’s normal to have skin concerns throughout the year, and it’s also common that they will change depending on the time of year.
Dry skin
A lower temperature can lead to flaky, irritated skin. A high-quality moisturiser can help with this. You should moisturise daily using a cream that’s suitable for your skin type.
Sensitivity
Even those who don’t have particularly sensitive skin can suffer in winter, as the cold impacts the skin barrier, leading to redness and irritation.
Dull skin
It’s normal to have dead skin cells on the face, but it’s important to take steps to remove these, such as exfoliating. Dull skin can make you look more tired.
Chapped lips and hands
We mentioned the importance of lip balm and hand cream above. These areas can suffer more in the winter because the skin in these areas is thinner.
Winter skincare treatments at Therapy House
Skin consultation
We are always happy to chat with you about any specific skin concerns you have. We also have the wonderful Observ®, which uses true UV technology to identify specific skin issues.
This fantastic technology helps us to see concerns that may not be visible to the human eye, allowing us to tailor your treatment according to accurate results.
This treatment uses UV technology and can be used in various modes to allow for an in-depth consultation.
- Daytime Mode
- True UV Mode
- Simulated Wood’s Light Mode
- Parallel-Polarisation mode
- Cross-Polarisation Mode
- Complexion Analysis
Find out more about the Observ® skin consultation here.
HydraFacial
Our HydraFacial MD® uses award-winning technology to improve the health and appearance of your skin. We use a tailored treatment plan depending on the aspects you’d like to treat.
We can help you with a range of skin concerns, such as signs of ageing, oily skin, fine lines, skin sensitivity and overall skin health. The treatment is provided using a handheld device and four common steps, although the products vary based on the aspect you’d like to target.
The treatment leaves your skin looking fresher and allows you to experience more benefits from HydraFacial serums. Find out more about our HydraFacial treatment here.
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning removes dead skin cells and vellus hair (peach fuzz). In addition to removing unwanted facial hair, it can also help with various skin concerns, such as a dull complexion and uneven skin tone.
The treatment is completed quickly and the results can be instant. There are many long-term benefits, including increased cell turnover, fewer wrinkles and dark spots, a reduction of acne scarring and the removal of fine facial hair.
As we mentioned previously, the colder temperatures in winter can lead to duller skin, so this is a great treatment to help you have a better complexion.
Microneedling
Microneedling is a great treatment, but the Dermapen4™ is 104% faster at providing results when compared with other microneedling devices. This treatment can help with skin texture, wrinkles, acne scarring, stretch marks, hyperpigmentation, skin absorption and more.
A handheld device creates micro-injuries in the skin, encouraging skin repair by increasing collagen and elastin production. Learn more about the Dermapen4™ treatment.
Dermalux
Dermalux light therapy can help with a range of skin concerns, including dull skin, scarring, acne, eczema and skin damage. By treating these concerns with light therapy, you can promote a healthier and more youthful complexion.
In addition to helping you with skin concerns, Dermalux can also promote a feeling of increased well-being. The treatment has a low risk of side effects and no recovery time.
Skin peel
Skin peels, or chemical peels, help remove dead skin cells, reveal new skin cells, and brighten the complexion. The process promotes skin cell renewal and collagen production, so the results can be long-lasting.
We will work with you to find the most suitable skin peel for you. The products used will help to enhance and prolong the results of your skin peel treatment.
ZO Professional Facials
Check out our range of ZO Professional Facials.
- Stimulator Red Carpet Peel – 30 mins – £60
- Zo Ultra Hydration Facial – For dry, dehydrated skin – 50 mins – £100
- Zo Brightening Facial for pigmentation, dull, hyperpigmentation – 45 mins – £100
- Zo Acne + Oil control for acne, oily, Rosace – 50 mins – £100
- Hand Renewal Peel – 30 mins – £60
- Invisipeel – for more sensitive skin – 30 mins – £60
There are so many great treatments that can support your skin during the colder months. Many of these can help you achieve glowing skin and deep hydration. At Therapy House, we can offer an in-depth consultation to identify your concerns and answer any questions you have. This can help to find the most suitable treatment for your skin type.
Having regular beauty treatments not only benefits your skin but also promotes better well-being.
Are you ready to book your aesthetic treatments to protect against cold weather? Contact our friendly team of beauty practitioners today for personalised winter skincare advice.
