FASHION MAGAZINE
Face The Deep Freeze With Five Expert Tips for Winter Proof Skin
Don’t Over-Cleanse
There’s a delicate balance of bacteria that makes up our skin’s eco-system, says Brodeur. “The skin has a microbiome: you’ve got good and bad bacteria,” she says. “And when you over-cleanse, you’re stripping your skin, which is killing all your good bacteria.” Harsh face washes can remove the natural oils that hydrate your skin, which is already in a compromised state during the winter months. “Cleansers can be your best friend or your number one enemy during winter,” says Brodeur. “Switching to a non-stripping cream cleanser ensures the skin’s natural oils are not removed and provides optimum nourishment for the skin.”