The extremes of cold weather and indoor heat can be particularly harsh on your skin. When the cold weather sets in, use a heavier (oil or cream based) moisturizer on your face, hands, body and feet to compensate for the drying effects of the season. A simple and easy method to maintain adequate hydration levels and protection for your skin is to apply a suitable nighttime cream just before going to bed. Make sure you get enough rest each night – sleep is essential for your body to rejuvenate and revitalize. The process of cellular regeneration is most active during nighttime rest, so it’s an ideal time to nourish your skin with fortifying ingredients such as aloe, vitamin B3 and antioxidants (vitamins A, C and E, green tea extract and other botanicals). This crucial restful phase provides the perfect opportunity to allow your skin to absorb these active ingredients. Look for a nighttime cream that’s infused with a glucosamine complex to intensely hydrate your skin as you sleep.
