Lack of sleep, stress, and excess intake of sugary sweets this holiday season could be taxing on your body. Moreover, winter activities make it necessary to adopt a consistent self-care plan to help you maintain the radiance of your skin.

Though getting glammed up for parties is always exciting, you may get tired of clogged pores and bumpy skin from not removing your makeup before bed. However, following your daily skincare routine will keep your face glowing even on the latest of nights.

As the weather gets colder, your skin is prone to dry out faster, so regularly applying moisture will prevent it from unwanted blemishes.

How is Your Skin Affected During Holidays

Though your favorite snacks and treats are unavoidable, excessive alcohol consumption and too many sugary treats can damage your skin. Moreover, the skin acts as a natural barrier to prevent unwanted substances from entering your body and fluids from escaping it. However, stress deteriorates that barrier, causing more oil production and thicker hair follicles. As a result, this will affect the overall balance of your skin.

Wash Your Face Regularly

Thorough facial cleansing removes dirt, oil, and other debris from your face. Since your face is exposed to pollutants, bacteria, and dirt throughout the day, washing your face gives your skin a fresh look. In addition, grime buildup on your face will prevent other products from penetrating the skin.

If you have dehydrated skin that looks wrinkled and feels rough, face cleansing will help maintain an adequate level of hydration. In addition to managing pH levels of the skin, using the right facial cleanser based on your skin type ensures product retention.

Not washing your face can lead to clogged pores and the development of acne. You might also experience severe redness, dryness, and frequent irritation due to a lack of hydration.

Exfoliate Your Skin

Use an exfoliator thrice a week after facial cleansing for a deep clean effect and get rid of dead skin cells. Exfoliation also helps smoothen the texture of your skin and restore your complexion because of cellular rejuvenation. Among the various exfoliating products available, choose the right one that fits your skin type.

You can also use a mask once every week after exfoliation. Pick your favorite mask and spread it evenly over your face. Leave it on for 5-10 minutes and rinse well. Consult with a professional to help you choose between moisturizing, purifying, and tightening masks.

Reasons You Must Moisturize

Moisturizing your face makes you feel comfortable and helps your skin regain its strength by keeping it clean and wrinkle-free. Using the right kind of moisturizer will help maintain your skin’s pH. According to professionals, if your skin is oily, opt for lotions rather than creams and choose a moisturizer with exfoliating ingredients. However, if you have dry skin, choose a cream as it has a higher oil content.

Moisturizers even out any existing blemishes and fight wrinkles. According to studies, people who moisturize their skin regularly tend to accumulate wrinkles at a slower rate than those with dry skin.

As much as a hot shower feels invigorating, it can eliminate the moisture right out of your skin. However, applying moisturizer will ensure that your skin is clean and protected from daily stress.

Prepare a Moisture-Rich Makeup Kit

Though everyone wears makeup during the holidays, the trick is knowing how to use it to showcase your facial features.

Allow your skin to breathe by selecting lightweight, multi-purpose products this holiday season. Instead of using power formulas, choose liquid and gel-based formulas that ensure skin hydration. Moreover, these products replace your foundation routine by covering blemishes, smoothening wrinkles, and reducing pores.

Avoid powder bronzers and opt for lip and cheek stains for a more natural and rosy glow. Run a streak of highlighter down your nose bridge and add some of it at the inner corner of the eyes to look fresh as ever. Finish off your look with mascara, and use your favorite makeup setting spray to seal the products onto your skin for the perfect fall look.

Get Rid of Puffy Eyes

As a result of late holiday parties, you are likely to wake up with puffy eyes. To instantly get your eyes back to normal, brew a pot of tea and dip two caffeinated teabags for 1-2 minutes while the water is hot.

Refrigerate the tea bags overnight to achieve the best results. Place the chilled bags under your eyes to help the skin contract. You can also do this using cotton pads soaked in tea, but tea bags work best as they contain tannins.

Rejuvenating Hydra-Facial for Winter Skin

If you have skin issues and your topical moisturizer is ineffective, consider the highly effective HydraFacial Edmonton to take your winter care regimen up a notch. The hydra-facial is a professional skin resurfacing treatment that offers additional benefits to promote long-term skin health.

The treatment uses a combination of the finest medical-grade serums and vacuum technology to rehydrate the skin and exfoliate it at the same time. At Lipstick Empire, we use a unique Vortex-Fusion delivery system to ensure painless extraction of dirt buildup and dead cells. The facial can be used to treat all kinds of skin issues such as wrinkles, fine lines, brown spots, acne, and more.

In addition to the rejuvenating hydra-facial, we specialize in laser hair removal, micro-needling, body contouring, skin tightening, anti-aging facial, and acne treatment to give your skin an instantly gratifying glow. For more information, get in touch with us via our website.