My Top Fall/Winter Beauty Necessities

• WINTER BODY CARE AND TIPS: 

Cold weather brings winds, snow, dry air and indoor heating. These are all factors that impact the health of your skin. These harsh conditions suck the moisture right out of your skin. To help over-ride the intense moisture loss apply deep lotion twice a day. After you shower and before you go to bed. It also helps to get a super moisturizing body wash to give you skin that much needed help with moisture depletion. (Go for Dove Nutrium). I know it's tempting to linger in your hot shower on your cold mornings but this, in fact, washes away the lipid layer from your skin which is the layer that keeps out pollutants, free radicals (which age you IMMENSELY), and protects it from damage. Naturally none of us want premature aging!! So instead of those super steamy hot showers try turning down the temp and not staying in any longer than needed.

During the cold season it is very important to use heavier, thicker moisturizers and creams. Indoor heat is VERY dry and causes your skin to become overly dry. A humidifier would be a good choice to keep the air in your room moist while you sleep. It will help combat the depleting moisture of the dry heat.Turn down your heat if possible, add some extra blankets to your bed to snuggle in and buy some cute, super warm thermals from Victoria's Secret to keep warm in when you're home :)

When leaving the house always apply a medicated lip balm or moisturizing gloss to protect them from the frigid temperatures and wind. I know that I constantly lick my lips in the winter if I don't have some sort of moisturizer with me, which dries them out even more. Colder temps and wind definitely take a tole on your hands as well. They can get so dry that they can crack and be very painful. Harsh temperatures also do a number on your healthy nails. So before going out it is imperative to use a quality moisturizer on your hands, also paying special attention to the cuticles.

• WINTER HAIRCARE AND TREATMENTS

 Again, we know how drying indoor heating is and in no way is your hair safe from the dry air when you're home. So same goes to protect your hair; always keep a humidifier running to help add moisture to your home and try to lower your heat temp. I would recommend investing in a thick, quality deep conditioner to use once a week in the fall and winter months. Leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing. This can help keep the follicles moisture rich and help combat moisture depletion. If you are one who uses the hair dryer everyday try in on low heat... Yes, I know what you're thinking... "that's going to take forever!!" I know it will add a little extra time into your daily routine but it's worth it. :) Also, if at all possible limit washing your hair to 3 times a week at the most. If you have hair like mine and it's gets greasy easily then opt for a dry shampoo to freshen your "do" in between washes.

• WINTER SKINCARE TIPS

Try to switch to alcohol free products during this season. Alcohol is VERY drying. There are plenty of alcohol free facial products out there that are wonderful. Buy a thick over-night deep cream for you face to help keep the moisture locked in as you sleep. And apply a healing, creamy moisturizer in the morning before applying makeup. And make sure that your daily moisturizer has sunscreen in it. This is VERY important. Even though it's not hot and sunny like summer you still need SPF. In the winter the sun is actually closer to the earth than it is in the summer months. And if you live in a climate where it snows, then you know how much the sun reflects off of the snow. UVA and UVB rays are the NUMBER ONE cause of premature aging!! Lines, wrinkles, spots,  hyperpigmentation.. Crows feet!! Protect your skin and look young for years to come! :)

• My Choice Products

Gold Bond Ultra Healing Lotion -  $8.00

Victoria's Secret Long Thermal - $49.50

It's a 10 Deep Hair Mask - $37.50 (Drugstores and Smiths)

Dove Nutrium Moisture Body Wash - $15.00

Aveeno Nighttime Moisture Essentials - $22.00

Loreal Youth Code day lotion SPF 30 - $26.00

Batiste Dry Shampoo - $12.00

Neutrogena Alcohol-Free Toner - $12.00

Eos Lip Balm - $4.00

Trish McEvoy Gentle Cleansing Lotion - $58.00















These are my favorite fall/winter essentials. Have a beautiful Fall and Winter season!!!!


xoxox Miss b