Dr Askari's tips on preparing skin for the cold!

Winter’s coming – is your skin ready?

The temperature is starting to drop and the wind is not only strong, it’s dry too. Your skin is going to need more protection against the elements in the coming months.

The cold temperatures can lead to dry and chapped skin, especially around delicate areas like the lips – a simply chap stick or balm will provide an occlusive layer to protect but for advanced repair, consider the new SkinCeuticals AOX lip repair that we will be stocking from next week.

When the skin’s barrier is disrupted, Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) is increased and your skin dries. If you have an already oily skin, you may not be too affected as the oil provides you own protection. However, if you are using strong cleansers and exfoliators to control the oil, you may need to ease off a little. If you have skin that is already dry or delicate, consider adding protection in the form of heavier creams and balms. A daily cream such as SkinCeuticals Emollience will reduce TEWL whilst products like ZO Skin Health Overnight Recovery Crème or Medik8 Hydr8 Night Cream at night will help to repair damage incurred during the day.

It’s not just your face that will be affected – give your hands some TLC too! Wearing gloves is a great way to start. Why not keep a thick protective hand cream in your bag or desk so that you can apply throughout the day when needed?

Skin changes on a daily basis and for most women, monthly too and that’s before taking the elements into account. Why not pop into ASKINOLOGY for a complimentary skin scan analysis and consultation with a skin expert – there is no pressure to purchase but if you do decide to take something away, we will be there to review your progress and ensure that your regimen is always tailored to your skin’s current condition – what we like to call your ASKINOLOGY!

What’s your ASKINOLOGY? Find out this autumn/winter at ASKINOLOGY, 35-36 Leadenhall Place, Leadenhall Market, EC3V 1LR or call 0207 0432233.