While winter is well underway. I mean, it actually snowed yesterday! Now’s the time to start that wintertime skin routine to protect and preserve our sexy. Here’s where I step in to give you a few tips on how to do that!

Water can be our best friend during the winter. It helps to keep our cells plump. If we don’t drink water our skin cells become dry and shrink. Constantly drinking water keeps that at bay. And don’t forget to eat a healthy diet rich in [amazon_textlink asin=’B004U3Y9FU’ text=’Omega 3’s’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’a8002759-01b9-11e8-944d-b939de1b63a0′] and green leafy vegetables.

The Omega 3’s keep your skin cells well lubricated and green leafy vegetables, like spinach, are rich in folate that help to repair DNA. This helps to keep your skin looking super fresh!

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[amazon_textlink asin=’B013IJPTFK’ text=’Humidifier’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’a658abfc-01b4-11e8-b20c-cbdfc59609fb’] use during the winter can be a great tool to combat dry skin.

The heating systems in buildings we work and live in can be very harsh on our skin. Normally it is a very dry heat and sucks all the moisture out of your skin and body. That’s why I recommend using a humidifier at this time. Humidifiers are designed to add moisture back into the air, helping your skin fight dryness.

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Exfoliation works to scrub away dry, dead skin cells keeping your skin looking its best during these harsh winter months.

I would recommend exfoliating once a week depending on your skin type. Be careful not to over exfoliate especially if you have dry skin. You don’t want to dehydrate your skin even more and cause damage.

I recommend using the [amazon_textlink asin=’B0753531MB’ text=’ExfoliKate exfoliator from Kate Somerville’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’a1a3c754-01ba-11e8-9ef8-31d3904d7179′]. This exfoliator contains Papaya, Pineapple, and Pumpkin Enzymes formulated to naturally exfoliate dead skin cells, without over-drying.”

This is a very important factor. Be sure to keep this in mind when exfoliating. Do not scrub your skin off! LOL

After exfoliation, cleanse with a gentle cleanser.

Cleansing allows you to prep the surface for moisturizer. Cleansing takes off any unseen makeup or environmental debris.

I recommend the [amazon_textlink asin=’B009OAT15M’ text=’Fresh Rose Cleansing Foam‘ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’dfc8221a-01ba-11e8-b5f4-b9677cc2ce87′]. It claims it’s been “proven to keep skin moisturized for up to 6 hours.” This is important because you don’t want a cleanser that will add to drying your skin out. That’s why I recommend you use something a mild/gentle cleanser.

After cleansing, don’t forget the most important part of your winter skin care regimen: moisturizer.

Moisturizer seals in all the goodness and keeps your skin from being affected by the elements. During the winter, I recommend you use something thicker and richer than you already use.

Slather it on! Don’t be shy. A great moisturizer that I use personally is the [amazon_textlink asin=’B014MS85C0′ text=’Chanel Hydra Beauty Crème Riche.’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’4e0ce4ee-01bb-11e8-8f42-13db33b784af’] This moisturizer is nice and thick “specifically developed to deliver intense moisture,” says the manufactuer. 

Don’t forget your lips! They are super-duper important too!

Create that barrier between your lips and the elements. This will keep your lips from drying out and cracking under the pressure. Try [amazon_textlink asin=’B00GTXWR1W’ text=’Smith Rosebud Salve Tin‘ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’a83ad4f9-01bb-11e8-9ee4-59723ca3048d’]. This is a very popular lip conditioner and can usually be found at any pharmacy, cosmetics store or [amazon_textlink asin=’B009I4PRI4′ text=’Amazon’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’bobbypen-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=”].

So there you have it! Your tools to get your skin winter-ized!! Try these steps and your skin will stay nice and fresh even when the “HAWK” is out!!