How to Transition Your Beauty Routine from Summer to Winter

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As the seasons change, so should your beauty routine. While summer calls for lightweight hydration and sun protection, winter demands deeper nourishment, extra moisture, and protection from cold, dry air. Here’s how to adjust your skincare, haircare, and overall beauty habits to glow through the chill.

1. Swap Lightweight Moisturizers for Rich Creams

In summer, gel-based moisturizers work well. But winter air is harsh and drying. Switch to:

Thicker, cream-based moisturizers

Products with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and shea butter

This helps lock in hydration and prevent dry patches.

2. Use Gentle, Hydrating Cleansers

Ditch foaming or gel cleansers that strip natural oils. Instead:

Choose cream or oil-based cleansers

Avoid alcohol-based toners

Limit hot water usage during face washes

3. Add a Hydrating Serum

Serums rich in hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, or vitamin E provide an extra layer of hydration beneath your moisturizer. Apply them to damp skin for best results.

4. Don't Forget Lip and Hand Care

Cold air causes chapped lips and cracked hands. Keep these on hand:

Lip balm with lanolin or beeswax

Hand cream with glycerin or shea butter

Reapply throughout the day, especially after washing.

5. Keep Using Sunscreen

Yes, even in winter! UV rays are present year-round and can cause skin damage even on cloudy days. Opt for:

Broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher

Moisturizing sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide

6. Nourish Your Hair and Scalp

The shift in humidity can dry out your hair. Combat this by:

Using hair masks once a week

Switching to a hydrating shampoo and conditioner

Applying leave-in serums or oils to prevent frizz and split ends

7. Exfoliate—but Not Too Much

Exfoliating removes dead skin cells, but overdoing it can irritate already-sensitive winter skin. Instead:

Limit exfoliation to once a week

Use gentle scrubs or chemical exfoliants like lactic acid

8. Support Your Skin from the Inside

Stay hydrated even if you don’t feel thirsty

Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, and antioxidants

Consider a humidifier indoors to add moisture to dry air.


Source : Oh Women