How to protect yourself from cold weather?

A warm and relaxing afternoon, hydrating treatments for your entire body, and a storybook atmosphere. The snow outside is magical when viewed from the comfort of a cozy home while you unwind. But have you ever wondered why your skin becomes dry so much faster during winter, even with all the treatments you apply?

Humidity levels drop during winter, and indoor heating further reduces moisture in the air. Most of us spend a lot of time indoors or at work, so it’s only natural for our skin to dry out more quickly.

Here are a few tips to help you keep your skin healthy this winter!

Body Care Tips

Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water daily

For most people, this is the amount of water needed for the kidneys to function optimally and for the entire body to stay properly hydrated. Of course, if you wish to drink more water, there’s no need to restrict yourself.

Hydrate your entire body at least once a day

Using a cream or lotion after showering helps lock in moisture for a longer period. However, it’s best to hydrate your skin with a quality cream multiple times a day.

Keep your showers under 10 minutes

Especially during winter, it’s ideal not to spend more than 10 minutes in the shower. Long showers strip your skin of its natural oils.

Use warm water, not hot, when washing your hands

Hot water removes the natural oils from your skin. Right after washing, make sure you have a good moisturizing cream to apply to your hands.

Try a homemade body scrub

A simple recipe for a body scrub: two teaspoons of brown sugar + two teaspoons of coconut or olive oil. Use this scrub to exfoliate your feet, hands, and elbows. While body scrubs have great benefits, they should only be used once a week to avoid irritating and drying out your skin.

Always carry a moisturizer with you

Keep in mind that creams are generally oil-based, while lotions are water-based. For this reason, during the colder months, it’s advisable to use creams more often than lotions.

Protect your skin with warm clothing and accessories

No matter how many creams or treatments you use, it’s important to protect your skin from the cold as much as possible. Prevention is key before the need for treatment arises!

Facial and body therapies

Store-bought creams and homemade masks or scrubs are great, but occasionally turning to professionals makes a huge difference. Orhideea Spa offers dozens of facial and body therapies to ensure the harsh weather outside doesn’t negatively affect you. Come and unwind with Orhideea Spa therapies!