Winter beauty: our selection of ultra-comforting treatments for the cold
One of the three fundamental needs of our skin is protection. Indeed, it is subjected to daily aggressions that can be physical, chemical or even... environmental, such as the cold. Here is our selection of the best treatments to preserve your skin against winter conditions!
The face
Because it is exposed when we go out , our face is the first to suffer from the assaults of the cool (or icy) winter wind. Every evening, to avoid further weakening the skin when cleaning, don't forget to use a cold saponified soap : this artisanal technique preserves all the excellent properties of the vegetable oils used, but also naturally produces glycerin, which will form a sort of shield on the epidermis .
For a cocooning effect that effectively protects against bad weather , we recommend first of all gently massaging your clean face with a serum, especially if your complexion tends to dull. Hydra Calm is particularly suitable for dry and sensitive skin; Combination Skin Care Oil has a rebalancing action. Organic Clear Skin Fluid is particularly suitable for oily skin, prone to acne; Bonne Mine , labeled Slow Cosmétique, is suitable for everyone.
When it comes to your moisturizer, it should have a richer texture than usual, both to deeply nourish and protect your skin . That's why we've selected Belle d'Amour , a cream with a creamy texture enriched with edelweiss and rosehip oil. It's designed for dry to normal skin, leaving it supple and plumped up!
Multi-purpose, the Egyptian Magic balm is also perfectly suited to the season: it can be used on the face, body and hair to intensely nourish. It is suitable for all skin types and contains only 6 ingredients, including honey, propolis and the incredible royal jelly . Enough to boost all skin types towards a new start!
Finally, the Hydra Calm vegan cream, between glycerin, coconut and shea, is a real soothing caress for dry, sensitive and normal skin . In addition to moisturizing the skin and strengthening its protective barrier, it softens it, thanks to the coffee grounds extract, treats and prevents fine lines due to dehydration.
For perfect comfort, don't neglect the importance of masks : the superb Bio-Retinol Gold Mask with argan oil, rich in Omega 3 and 6, injects a significant dose of hydration into your skin in just a few minutes of application.
Also protect your lips every time they are exposed to very low temperatures: their skin is very thin and fragile and can quickly become irritated and dehydrated! The Hydrophil Balm , composed of only 3 ingredients (shea butter, plum oil and hemp oil), is able to regenerate the driest lips in no time.
The body
For many of us, winter is the season of itching, irritation and dry patches . An uncomfortable situation, which is nevertheless easy to solve thanks to balms and body butters! They help to soothe, care for and protect the targeted area .
The Onctueux Balms softeners, composed of 99% natural ingredients , are even suitable for infants. The Intense Orange Blossom Butter is enriched with olive, grape seed and sunflower oils, as well as rice starch, a powerful antioxidant . Thanks to the proteins it contains, it helps strengthen the skin.
We also love the Tropical Body Butter , with its tropical hibiscus scents , and the Calendula & Chamomile Soothing Balm , a very practical mini-size to take with you that can also be used to protect your lips.
As with your face, there's nothing like a cold-process soap in the shower. This way, you'll be putting all the odds on your side to avoid crocodile skin in the future. On a daily basis, you can then settle for a lighter moisturizing milk like African Orange Aromatic Lotion or a cream like Baby Moisturizing Cream , whose extra-gentle formula with calendula and shea butter is suitable for the whole family.
Hair
Dried out and mistreated, hair is often more brittle and dull in the middle of winter: it needs to be nourished more. In this season, opt for a more moisturizing shampoo adapted to your hair type , even if it are oily: the Pure Gentle Shampoo , enriched with precious rebalancing black cumin oil, may be perfect for you. For normal to dry hair, the Superfood Shine Shampoo restores shine and softness to the hair fiber thanks to Baobab proteins .
Don't forget to always follow your shampoo with a conditioner to seal in the moisture. Unique's , with elderflower extracts, really protects the hair fiber by strengthening it.
The crucial step? Once a week, or every other week, take the time to apply a mask for intense nutrition. The Hydration Mask is filled with powerful plant oils , such as jojoba, sweet almond and castor. The Repairing Treatment is applied before the conditioner and rescues weakened hair thanks to shea butter and wheat protein: in 5 to 10 minutes, it regains a silky touch.
Finally, to ensure that split ends never appear despite friction with down jackets and other scarves, you can protect your ends and lengths with a serum . Our favorites: Cut by Fred Hair Serum and Nourishing Hair Elixir .
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