Oily skin care in winter

And again we repeat: skin care depends primarily on its type and condition. Although when choosing the right funds, one more condition should be taken into account – the season. This article is dedicated to winter care for oily skin.

Features of oily skin in winter

If you are reading this article, most likely you are familiar with the disadvantages and advantages (they are!) Of this type of skin. To be sure, take our test so as not to confuse the type of skin with its temporary condition.

What distinguishes oily skin?

  • Density and elasticity. Over the years, these characteristics bring their “dividends”: such skin is generally less prone to wrinkling.

  • Predisposition to excess shine, as the sebaceous glands are very active, especially in the T-zone.

  • Quite large and noticeable pores.

  • Eruption tendency.

In their youth, many people think that they have oily skin, but can its type change – read here.

In general, oily skin tolerates winter quite well. Margin of strength and density, natural protection in the form of a reliable lipid mantle does not allow peeling and dryness, which are common for winter.

Fortunately, oily skin is quite resistant to such winter fun.

However, do not flatter yourself and neglect regular care, otherwise winter can become a messenger of dullness and dehydration for the skin. There are no vacations in skincare.

Back to the table of contents

Winter care tips for oily skin

Frost, wind, temperature changes – stress for the skin, regardless of its type. Someone endures it easier, but someone has to change the usual care algorithm. But there are also universal tips for winter time.

  • Avoid touching your face with your hands, especially when wearing mittens. Oily skin is still prone to breakouts.

  • Don’t forget to moisturize your skin. But apply the cream at least half an hour before going outside to avoid discomfort.

  • Don’t go overboard with scrubs. Yes, they are necessary for oily skin, but even this type becomes more sensitive in winter.

  • Do not try to “harden” by torturing the skin with a contrasting wash with hot and ice water. She has enough temperature differences between a frosty street and a warm house.

  • If you use tonal products, choose them according to your skin type.

  • Focus on subjective feelings and make adjustments to the care according to the needs of the skin.

It’s time to break the bad habit of touching your face with your hands.

Biotherm medical expert Elena Alekseeva warns: “According to research, in winter the skin becomes up to 10 times drier and more tender. Sharp and rapid temperature fluctuations, wind increase the vulnerability of the natural skin barrier.”

And now we will discuss the beauty routine for oily skin care at home, adapted to the peculiarities of the season.

Purification

If you like to wash your face with water, then it should not be too hot or too cold – you need a comfortable temperature. However, in winter, after washing, a feeling of tightness may appear. In this case, change the gel to a softer foam or hydrophilic cleansing oil suitable for oily skin. To make sure your cleansers are the right choice, take this test:

Intensive cleansing

If you are used to using the scrub three times a week, you can slow down a little in winter. Rely on your own feelings, but once or twice a week should be enough.

The same advice applies to clay masks. Make sure that they contain moisturizing and soothing ingredients: allantoin, aloe extract, B vitamins.

Toning

Tonic is needed all year round, regardless of skin type. This product performs several functions:

  • completes the cleaning process;

  • restores pH balance;

  • moisturizes.

humidification

In winter, it is no less important than in summer. Because the minus temperature outside the window, as well as the heating turned on in the houses, do not contribute to the humidity of the air.

But if in summer people with oily skin prefer to use moisturizing gels with a light texture, in winter they can switch to slightly thicker creams or balms. Most importantly, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding skin type. He, unlike the condition of the skin, does not change.

Food

Nourishing, lipid-rich cosmetics may be required only with noticeable dryness locally – as a rule, in the U-zone.

Protection

Even dense and not the most sensitive oily skin will need protection in winter, especially if its owners are actively involved in winter sports and just like to walk a lot. Traditionally, protective winter creams contain oils that provide the skin with an additional lipid layer and strengthen the epidermis.

When choosing a protective cream, make sure that it suits all skin types. In addition, sun protection is important for long walks if the UV index in the weather forecast is more than 2. Therefore, it is wise to choose at least a foundation or base cream with SPF. And, of course, do not forget about the protection of the skin of the lips – it is never oily at all.
Back to the table of contents

The composition of cosmetics for winter care

Cosmetics, in principle, are not divided into winter and summer. And in products for the care of oily skin all year round, the following components will be found:

  • salicylic acid;

  • lipohydroxy acid;

  • retinol;

  • clay;

  • zinc;

  • vitamins;

  • antioxidants;

  • hyaluronic acid.

In winter, soothing ingredients in cosmetics are of great importance:

  • allantoin;

  • chamomile;

  • B vitamins.

Back to the table of contents

Funds overview

These various products in winter will be useful to owners of oily skin in their daily beauty routine.

Means for cleansing

Micellar cleansing gel, Garnier — an original compromise between micellar waterless cleansing and washing with water. The perfect solution for oily skin in the cold season. No need to rub your face, besides, in the process of washing, the grape extract, which is enriched in the gel, also takes care of the skin.

Masks for intensive cleansing

Black sheet mask “Cleansing Charcoal. Black Algae, Garnier provides intensive cleansing to the skin with enlarged pores and at the same time does not dry.

  • Charcoal cleans pores by absorbing impurities.

  • Lipohydroxy acid evens out the texture of the skin, visually reducing enlarged pores.

  • Algae extract has a moisturizing effect, saturates the skin with active ingredients.

  • Hyaluronic acid is also responsible for powerful hydration.

Means for toning

Calendula Alcohol-Free Toner for Normal to Oily Skin Calendula Herbal Extract Alcohol-Free Toner, Kiehl’s, in addition to performing the main functions of a tonic (and one of them is to maintain the pH of the skin), it additionally moisturizes and soothes the skin. Calendula extract has an antibacterial effect.

Moisturizing tonic for all skin types Equalizing Toner, SkinCeuticals Addressed to all skin types, does not contain alcohol, acts as sparingly as possible. Contains a set of plant extracts (chamomile, cucumber, thyme, witch hazel, aloe, kiwi), known for their beneficial effect on the skin.

Moisturizing products

Botanic cream for combination and oily skin with green tea extract, Garnier Designed specifically for moisturizing oily or combination skin. Contains moisturizing glycerin, soybean oil, green tea extract, known for its cleansing properties. Refreshes and mattifies the skin, keeping it hydrated throughout the day.

Corrective care against imperfections, 24h moisturizing, Normaderm, Vichy Combines control of oily skin imperfections with hydration. Contains salicylic and lipohydroxy acids, ferresorcinol and a moisturizing complex.

Skin protection products

Light cream Toleriane Sensitive, La Roche-Posay With an innovative prebiotic formula, it is suitable for different skin types and can be used both as a basic care and as a protective agent. The main thing when using in winter is to apply the cream at least half an hour before going outside. This way you can avoid feeling uncomfortable.

BB-cream “Clean Skin Active”, Garnier Designed for oily skin and at the same time provides the corrective care it needs with salicylic acid, masks imperfections and protects against the negative effects of ultraviolet rays, since it has SPF 15 sun protection factor.

Back to the table of contents

Leave a Reply