Preparing your Skin for Winter…..
Summer is over, and it is time to prepare your skin for often the harsh effects of cold, dry winter air. Those of us in cold climate zones, will also soon be experiencing the effects of dry forced air heating systems and extreme dehydration, not great for the aging process!
What can you do to protect your skin? Actually, a number of things, and these Skin Care Specialists highly recommend you do so considering the environmental changes. Taking these few extra steps will actually help you avoid acceleration of the aging process and minimize many of harsh winter skin challenges.
Exfoliation is essential. As we age skin cells do not shed as rapidly as when we were younger and exfoliation becomes a necessity to achieve a radiant skin. Many of us have also had some sun exposure this summer, whether we had our sunscreen on or not. It is essential to dissolve the accumulated skin cell debris that results from excess sun exposure as well. Daily exfoliation today is often more benefitial then a “scrub” and assists to maintain the benefits of a healthy glow daily. Your moisturizing products will penetrate more effectively as a result of exfoliation and you may actually use less! Our Specialists love the Jan Marini Bioglycolic Bioclear Cream with glycolic acid, as it simply dissolves surface skin whiles while ALSO stimulating collagen to minimize fine lines and wrinkles. Jan Marini Bioglycolic Cleanser is the perfect compliment and can also be used as a facial mask 1-2 times during the week, and an effective non drying daily cleanser. (Don’t neglect the eyes either, products are a bit less sensitizing for the delicate eye area)
Next, make sure that you are using a Hydrating cream with ingredients such as vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid. Vitamins help to combat free radical damage, and a stabilized high potency vitamin C is most effective in doing so. Many products containing “C” are not often stable, therefore ineffective. Jan Marini C Esta Cream is rated as a celebrity favorite for anti aging and hydration and also available as a serum and a powerful anti oxidant vitamin supplement as well called C Estamins. Hyaluronic Acid plumps and hydrates the skin and can maintain up to 1000 times it’s own weight in moisture, yes it is that effective in hydrating the skin! Many Jan Marini products contain this popular ingredient. Additional favorites: Intraceuticals Rejuvenate Hydration Gel and Rejuvenate Moisture Binding Cream or even the lightweight Eye Contour Gel. (Madonna’s favorite skin care products).
Most importantly, do not forget your sunscreen year round. Yes, those harsh UVA/UVB rays are present all year, no matter where you live. UVA can even travel through windshields and penetrate white/light clothing!
This is the #1 anti aging recommendation by most dermatologists today. If you want to avoid fine lines and wrinkles or prevent existing ones from becoming more prominent….make sure to protect your skin on a daily basis. Yes, all year round! Client Favorites: Jan Marini Anti Oxidant SPF30 (uva and uvb protectant) a multi faceted product to treat the skin with essential vitamins while protecting from the harsh effects of the sun. Or consider another favorite: Dr. Schrammek Optimum Protection SPF30.
Whether you are just looking to deter the aging process, or add some essential ingredients to your skin care regimen, you will find some of the best suggestions here!
Make sure as always to purchase these specialty products from Licensed Professionals as they are guaranteed fresh and authentic from your reputable salons.
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