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Caring for
Your Skin
in Winter
Winter can be rough on your
skin. Cold, dry air and harsh winds, combined
with indoor heating that removes moisture
from the air, can result in skin that’s dry and
chapped. Here are some ways ro keep your skin
soft and supple through the winter months:
Moisturize often. “Moisturizers work by trapping water in
the skin, making it feel good,” says Dr. Kenneth Bielinski,
a dermatologist in Orland Park, 111. (pop. 51,077). “Find a
moisturizer you like and use it often. Plain old petroleum
jelly works well but many people object to its greasy feel.
The next most effective moisturizers are creams, followed
by lotions. In winter, you may find it helpful to switch from
your regular product to a thicker one."
Keep a small tube of moisturizer with you to use on
your hands, face, elbows or other dry areas. Carry a small
tube of lip halm in your pocket or purse to use whenever
your lips feel dry, and avoid licking your lips, as this causes
chapping. Lip balm also can stxithe irritated nostrils or
cracked fingertips.
“In cold weather my hands and feet get uncomfortable,”
says Judy Levitan, 70, a teacher in Hast Norriton, Pa. (pop.
13,211). “Before bed, 1 apply globs of moisturizer to my feet
and put on cotton socks. When going out, I always wear
gloves to protect my hands and apply hand cream often.”
Use a humidifier. Central heating systems dry out indoor
air. Humidifiers replace moisture in the air, which helps
keep your skin moist.
Exfoliate. If your skin is oily, use a loofah sponge or a
product containing beta hydroxy acid, sometimes called
salicylic acid, to help remove the buildup of dead skin
cells, says Dr. Jerome Litt, a dermatologist in Beachwood,
Ohio (pop. 12,186). Don't exfoliate often—once a week is
enough—and be gentle. II your skin is dry or exfoliating
irritates your skin, don’t do it.
Use sunscreen. All sun exposure—including winter’s
rays—can damage skin. Using sunscreen, preferably one
with an SPF rating of 30 or higher, should be part of your
daily skin care routine year-round, Litt says. Apply sun
screen to your face and any other exposed Ixxly parts.
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Shower gently. Shower in warm, not hot, water, Bielinski
advises, and use a mild cleanser rattier than a harsh deodor
ant soap. After bathing, pat skin dry—don't rub—and
immediately apply moisturizer all over your body.
Avoid irritating fabrics. Skin often is more sensitive in
cold weather, and tan be irritated by clothing made of
wool or synthetic fabrics. If you wear wool for warmth,
layer it over a long-sleeved shirt made of cotton or another
soft fabric.
Avoid the hair dryer. If your skin is very dry, limit your
use ol the hair dryer to avoid frequent blasts of hot air.
Nourish your skin. Eat a well-balanced diet that
includes plenty of deep green or orange produce, such as
broccoli, carrots, squash and cantaloupe—good sources
of Vitamin A, an important nutrient for skin health,
says Joan Salge Blake, a registered dietitian in Sudbury,
Mass. (pop. 16,841). Low-fat dairy products also contain
Vitamin A. Blake also recommends eating more cold
water fish, such as salmon and herring, because the
high amounts ol omega 3 fatty acids the fish contain
help keep skin healthy. Other good sources of omega
3s are walnuts, tofu, flaxseeds and canola oil. Ask your
doctor before taking any supplements. Remember that
a diet that's good for your overall health also benefits
your skin.
Mari S. Gold is a m iter in New York City.
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