Does Your Skin Need Special Attention During the Winter Months

So why does your skin need special attention during the winter months?

1. Dryness – cold air lacks moisture + central heating = depleted skin hydration.

2. Dullness – brought on by skin dryness, resulting in rough texture & lacklustre appearance.

3. Sensitivity – decreased moisture levels in the skin weakens the skin barrier, making it more prone to irritation.

Here are our top tips to combat these issues:

Stay Hydrated – it might seem obvious but keep your water intake up! Not only will your skin thank you for it but you will reap the benefits of keeping your body hydrated.

So why does your skin need special attention during the winter months?

Gentle Cleansing & Regular Exfoliation – use a gentle hydrating cleanser that will maintain the skin’s natural barrier. We recommend Obagi Gentle Nu Derm Cleanser ZO Hydrating Cleanser.

Regular exfoliation, twice weekly, removes dead skin cells that build up to reveal smoother & more radiant complexion. We recommend the ZO exfoliating polish or an in clinic treatment such as the HydraFacial, Obagi Blue Peel Radiance or ZO Facial Peels.

LED Light Therapy – particularly red light therapy, which penetrates into the deeper layers of skin to stimulate collagen which is vital for healthy skin health & skin repair. LED light therapy is included with all facial treatments at Persona.

Eat Well & Rest –Incorporate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (like salmon and walnuts), antioxidants (like berries and green tea), and vitamin C (like citrus fruits) to nourish your skin from the inside out. Getting a good nights sleep will help to reduce the risk of inflammation which is the body’s natural immune response to external aggressions.

Sun Protection – yes we bang on about this ALL the time but harmful UVA & UVB rays are present all year round! Keeping your skin protected is essential to prevent premature skin ageing so wear an SPF daily. We recommend any of the products from the Heliocare 360 range.

In Clinic Treatments – Add a monthly skin treatment to your winter routine to keep your skin healthy & nourished.

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Thanks to the author of this blog, Dr Lisa Delamaine.

As Medical Director of Persona Cosmetic Clinic, she is responsible for, and dedicated to, patient safety, ensuring treatment for each client is appropriate and carried out most safely and effectively. The treatments offered at Persona are hand-picked, researched and trialled by Dr Lisa guaranteeing we only offer the best and most results-driven treatment options.

Lisa is consistently adding to and tweaking our wide treatment menu ensuring Persona is at the forefront of the aesthetic industry.

Get in contact via the Persona Cosmetic Clinic website or call 0208 304 4913.

Does Your Skin Need Special Attention During the Winter Months

So why does your skin need special attention during the winter months?

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