Dry skin or Winter Skin even in South Florida

Banish Dry Skin or what I call Winter skin. We have winter skin even in South Florida.  Our skin changes all of the time.  Even though we do not have the cold in Florida we do have a change of season.  Women’s and Men’s skin changes all of the time.  You can not expect your skin to stay the same.  As we age our skin changes and as the weather changes so does our skin. 

When we go through stress skin changes and when we get excited about something it changes.

Skin care doesn't have to be complicated.  Small steps like using a moisturizer takes just a few minutes in your daily life.  I call skin care CPR for the skin.  In the winter season, adjusting your skin care and making small tweaks is a must.

I recommend a good cleanser to clean the dirt out of your skin. One I like is G.M. Collins skin care line carried only in professional spas.  I love their new Bio Organique line; very simple and basic with good results.  It is also great for men who do not want to spend a lot of time on their regimen.

Just cleanse, protect, and restore; again (CPR) for your skin. Avoid products that can dry out the skin, such as astringents and deodorant soaps. Sunscreen still is important even during the winter months.  I say if you need to wear sunglasses then you need sun protection.  I recommend if you don't like a regular sunscreen to use a dry mineral sunscreen like Jane Iredale 100% Mineral make-up.  Just brush it on.  It is that simple.

Cater a skin care routine to your individual preference. Want to add more pizzazz? Try an exfoliating mask or skin peel. There are several great ones out there.  Use a exfoliating mask or scrub 2 to 3 times a week to exfoliate your skin to a healthy appearance.  Men, exfoliate right before shaving .  Dead skin builds up on our skin causing it to look dull.  If you do not exfoliate 2 to 3 times a week your skin will look dull and dry.

"Hot water tends to dry your skin more. People don't have to take cold showers, but they should turn the temperature down a little bit if they are having problems with dryness or rashes,

 Use moisturizer immediately after bathing. It helps to trap the moisture in your skin and can keep you from getting dry and itchy .  Use a lotion for less dry skin and a cream base for dryer skin types.  Any cream with shea butter is great.

Try and get a facial at least once a month to clean out your pores and to have a good exfoliation. 

 Remember always take good care of your skin.