Protect Your Skin This Season
As temperatures drop and the Colorado air turns crisp, winter can take a toll on your skin. The combination of cold air, indoor heating, and low humidity can strip moisture, leaving your skin dry, dull, and irritated. Fortunately, with the right skincare routine, you can keep your skin radiant and healthy all season long. Here are some essential winter skincare tips from Dr. Glenn Herrmann of Coal Creek Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery in Lafayette, CO.
- Keep Your Skin Hydrated. Cold weather depletes your skin’s natural moisture, making hydration essential. Switch to a richer, cream-based moisturizer to protect your skin barrier. Look for products with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or shea butter for deep hydration.
- Don’t Skip the Sunscreen. Even in winter, UV rays can damage your skin. Snow reflects sunlight, amplifying UV exposure. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily, even on overcast days. Obagi’s Sun Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 50 is a perfect choice to keep your skin protected.
- Exfoliate Gently. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells and allows moisturizers to penetrate more effectively. However, winter calls for a gentler approach. Limit exfoliating to once or twice a week, and opt for a product with mild exfoliants to avoid over-drying your skin.
- Nourish with Obagi Products At Coal Creek Plastic Surgery, we recommend Obagi’s high-performance skincare products to help you combat winter’s challenges:
- Obagi Hydrate Luxe: A luxurious moisturizer designed to deliver long-lasting hydration.
- Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops: An innovative hydrator that provides an instant “pick-me-up” from a dull, lackluster complexion.
- Obagi Professional-C Serum: Packed with antioxidants to brighten and protect your skin.
- Obagi Gentle Cleanser: Ideal for removing impurities without stripping natural oils.
- Stay Humidified. Invest in a humidifier to add moisture to the dry indoor air. This helps your skin retain hydration, especially while you sleep.
- Protect Your Lips and Hands. Don’t forget the areas that often get overlooked. Use a nourishing lip balm with SPF and apply hand cream regularly to prevent chapping and cracking.
- Schedule a Professional Skincare Consultation. Winter is an excellent time to rejuvenate your skin with in-office treatments. Chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and laser treatments can address skin damage and help you achieve a healthy glow. Dr. Herrmann and our team can recommend the best options tailored to your skin type and concerns.
Your Winter Skincare Partner in Lafayette, CO
At Coal Creek Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery, we’re here to help you maintain your skin’s health and beauty year-round. Whether you’re looking for the right products or considering professional treatments, we have the expertise and tools to meet your needs.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation or visit our office to explore our selection of Obagi products. Let’s help your skin shine through the winter!
