"Winter is coming!" Actually, winter is already here (but we'll use a GOT reference every chance we get). With the changing of the seasons, it is important to adjust your beauty, wellness, and skincare routine. Colder weather brings on a flurry of skincare concerns that are easy to combat with the right tools. Winter is also be a great time to pay mind to your emotional and mental health too, gloomy days and longer nights can make for a total a change in mood and behavior. Lucky for you, we've got you covered with 8 easy swaps to add into your daily routine to boost your winter health inside and out.
1. Add moisture! Immerse is one of our favorite products to use in conjunction with Quench or Quench Plus. Adding just half a pump of Immerse to your daily/nightly moisturizer will give your skin a huge boost of hydration and moisture. The emu oil is your winter skin superhero, which also makes for a great hair treatment as well.
2. Gently exfoliate. Adding in a treatment that safely sweeps away dead skin build up will keep your winter skin from flaking, and keep it in tip-top health. We love using our Polish mask once a week to gently exfoliate with the use of enzymes. We don't suggest using a harsh scrub as it can compromise the surface and health of the skin, that's why we love this cranberry enzyme mask which gives us a fresh, hydrated complexion.
3. Slather with Refresh PM. This thick, balmy eye treatment will keep your sensitive eye area flake free. It also makes for an incredible lip and cuticle treatment. Load your lips, cuticles, and gently pat a bit around your eye orbital for a deep, moisturizing treatment.
4. Keep your spirit up! Seasonal depression tends to rear it's ugly head this time of year and we want you to know that you are not alone. We are so grateful that we have Body Talk Harmonized Water and Elevate to keep your mental health in shape for the long winter months. Body Talk neutralizes emotional effects on the body and Elevate will pump you full of B Vitamins giving you higher energy (without harmful stimulants), which will help keep your brain happy and healthy.
5. Up your water intake. Yep, it's that easy to calm inflammation inside and out. Increasing your water intake during these long, cold months will help keep your body functioning. It is important to flush out those toxins we tend to take in during the holiday season so our skin can stay healthy. Water is your perfect detoxing supplement!
6. Switch foundations. During the hot months, powder foundations tend to be the bee's knees. But once winter hits, it is smart to try switching your formula. Our CC Cream delivers coverage, protection, and more moisture than its powder sister, making it the perfect swap for winter.
7. Get your Clear on! Many of us at Osmosis have multiple bottles of Clear or Clear Plus in multiple places. From our purse or car to our desk drawer, we love using this refreshing spray to revive tired mid-day skin. Clear and Clear Plus will give your complexion a nice re-up of hydration. Use it during the day to help your skin combat dryness.
8. Use a sleep pack. For those with extra dry, extra sensitive skin, use our Hydralift Mask as a sleep pack. Pat a small amount all over your face, then hit the pillow. Once a week give your skin a treat with this overnight, hydration hack.
Learn where to shop for winter here.
Welcome back to another Osmosis ABC! If you are new to this column, here's a quick rundown! Here we highlight superstar ingredients so you know exactly what you're putting on your skin and what it does to provide incredible results. This month we are looking at a favorite ingredient of ours, Hyaluronic Acid.
We know the word acid is thrown around A LOT in the skincare industry, but not all acids are created equal, and not all acids feel like burning. Hyaluronic acid is found naturally in our bodies and aids in hydration. This acid is one superstar that all skin types should be taking advantage of. Let's find out why:
You see now that Hyaluronic acid is a necessity in your skincare routine. Having optimal hydration and protection from loss of hydration can help a number of skincare concerns. This acid helps treat dry flaky skin, soothes inflammation, and best of all, plumps the skin instantly. We love a little instant gratification in our skincare, don't you? It's no secret in Hollywood either. Many celebs treat their skin to a Hyaluronic treatment right before stepping out on the red carpet to achieve that dewy, Hollywood glow. Here are the amazing products that house this amazing ingredient:
Clear Plus+: Give your skin a treat wherever you are with Clear Plus+. Not only does this liquid gold activate your serums, it can also be used during the day for a pick-me-up! With the winter months approaching, you may want to keep one in your purse, car, nightstand and bathroom... just to be sure you have the wonderful spritz of Hyaluronic acid at your finger tips.
Correct: Rejuvenate your skin with our level 3 Vitamin A Serum. You can fight the aging process and gift your complexion with hydrated, soft, healthy skin. Use Correct at night for the perfect PM treatment. This serum is ideal for all skin types.
Renew: Renew your skin with our level 4 Vitamin A Serum. This level of serum is best suited for those with thicker, resilient skin. Let Renew treat your skin with essential turnover and of course, a dose of Hyaluronic heaven.
Refresh: Provide your sensitive eye area with a lift. Refresh is ideal for all skin types and gives an awake appearance. Hyaluronic acid around the eyes is key for fighting fine lines, wrinkles, and dark circles. This is surely meant to be a staple in your skincare routine.
Quench and Quench Plus+: No moisturizer would be complete without this superstar ingredient. Both Quench and Quench Plus+ contain a big ol' dollop of Hyaluronic Acid and many other good-for-you ingredients to keep your skin hydrated and healthy.
Repair: Calm inflamed, irritated skin with Repair. This mask is the perfect twice-a-week treatment to keep your skin soothed and healthy.
Hydralift: The big Kahuna of Hyaluronic acid! This mask should always be in your beauty routine. Get instant hydration while you plump, smooth, and tighten your skin. Use with Clear Plus+ for deeper, incredible results.
Facial Infusion: Get this wonderful treatment with your professional for 30 days of collagen production and deep hydration. Facial Infusion is your once-a-month treatment to really kick your skin into gear.
Find out where to shop AND where to get a Hyaluronic treatment here.
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6. Switch foundations. During the hot months, powder foundations tend to be the bee's knees. But once winter hits, it is smart to try switching your formula. Our CC Cream delivers coverage, protection, and more moisture than its powder sister, making it the perfect swap for winter.
