Winter Skin Protection: How to Stay Hydrated, Protected, and Glowing All Season

28 Nov

Cold weather, shorter days, and central heating don’t just affect your mood—they wreak havoc on your skin. But winter doesn’t mean shelving your SPF or skipping your routine. In fact, it’s the perfect time to double down on hydration, barrier support, and smart protection.

Why SPF Still Matters in Winter

SPF isn’t just for summer—it’s daylight protection. UV rays still penetrate cloud cover and cause free radical damage, breaking down collagen and triggering pigmentation, dehydration, and premature ageing.

Art Derma Urban Defence 20 is a winter-friendly SPF moisturiser that hydrates while protecting. It’s formulated with:

Peptides to firm and smooth
Hyaluronic acid for deep hydration
Vitamin E to fight oxidative stress
Aloe vera to soothe irritation

Even in winter, UVB rays help your body produce Vitamin D. Supplementing with Vitamin D and spending time outdoors can boost your mood and support overall wellbeing.

Evening Routine: Repair and Rehydrate

After a day in the cold, your skin needs TLC.

Double cleanse with warm water to remove makeup and impurities
Exfoliate 1–2x/week with Art Derma AHA Radiance exfoliator
- Contains pumpango enzymes for gentle exfoliation
- Glycolic acid for cellular renewal and hydration
- Calming properties for sensitive skin

Lip & Eye Care

Lips:

Lightly exfoliate with a towel corner after cleansing
Apply serum and moisturiser over lips
Use Art Derma Lip Complex during the day to prevent water loss

Eyes:

Use the back of a cold spoon in the morning to reduce puffiness
Follow with Art Derma FortiFi eye gel—peptides, stem cells, and antioxidants to hydrate without heaviness

Winter Treatments & Lifestyle Tweaks

Winter is ideal for peels and microneedling—less sun exposure means safer recovery. These treatments improve pigmentation, hydration, and ageing concerns. Just plan around festive downtime.

Simple Winter Adaptations

  
      Tip
      Action
    
      Cleansing
      Double cleanse at night. In the morning, use water only before serum and SPF.
    
      Eyes
      Use a cold spoon to reduce puffiness, then apply hydrating eye gel.
    
      Serum Switch
      Use serums with hyaluronic acid or vitamin E to reduce dryness and irritation.
    
      Moisturiser
      Apply two layers if needed. Switch to a richer formula for winter.
    
      Humidify
      Place bowls of water in dry rooms to reduce dehydration and dry eyes.
    
      Hands
      Apply hand cream before gloves to lock in moisture and prevent cracked skin.

Tip	Action
Cleansing	Double cleanse at night. In the morning, use water only before serum and SPF.
Eyes	Use a cold spoon to reduce puffiness, then apply hydrating eye gel.
Serum Switch	Use serums with hyaluronic acid or vitamin E to reduce dryness and irritation.
Moisturiser	Apply two layers if needed. Switch to a richer formula for winter.
Humidify	Place bowls of water in dry rooms to reduce dehydration and dry eyes.
Hands	Apply hand cream before gloves to lock in moisture and prevent cracked skin.

  
    Question
    Answer
  
    Do I need SPF in winter?
    Yes. UV rays still cause damage even on cloudy days. SPF protects against free radicals, dehydration, and premature ageing.
  
    What’s a good winter SPF moisturiser?
    Art Derma Urban Defence 20—hydrating, firming, and protective with SPF 20, peptides, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E.
  
    How can I prevent dry skin from indoor heating?
    Use a humidifier, drink more water, and apply nourishing moisturisers. Exfoliate gently to remove flaking skin.
  
    What’s the best way to care for lips in winter?
    Buff gently with a towel after cleansing, apply serum and moisturiser, and use Art Derma Lip Complex during the day.
  
    How do I reduce puffiness and dark circles?
    Use the back of a cold spoon under the eyes in the morning, followed by a hydrating eye gel like Art Derma FortiFi.
  
    Are peels and microneedling safe in winter?
    Yes. Winter is ideal for treatments with downtime. Less sun exposure means safer healing and better results.

Question	Answer
Do I need SPF in winter?	Yes. UV rays still cause damage even on cloudy days. SPF protects against free radicals, dehydration, and premature ageing.
What’s a good winter SPF moisturiser?	Art Derma Urban Defence 20—hydrating, firming, and protective with SPF 20, peptides, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E.
How can I prevent dry skin from indoor heating?	Use a humidifier, drink more water, and apply nourishing moisturisers. Exfoliate gently to remove flaking skin.
What’s the best way to care for lips in winter?	Buff gently with a towel after cleansing, apply serum and moisturiser, and use Art Derma Lip Complex during the day.
How do I reduce puffiness and dark circles?	Use the back of a cold spoon under the eyes in the morning, followed by a hydrating eye gel like Art Derma FortiFi.
Are peels and microneedling safe in winter?	Yes. Winter is ideal for treatments with downtime. Less sun exposure means safer healing and better results.

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