Adding more moisture to your skin is so important. In winter months extra time and effort are required and you need to kick your routine up a notch. Special attention needs to be paid not only to your exposed skin (face, neck, hands) but also to the whole body. We recommend committing to a good winter skin routine by choosing moisture-rich products from our range such as our hydrating cleansers and moisturisers.

You may also want to invest in a humidifier if you are suffering, as it restores moisture to the air alleviating dryness and improving air quality.

Once you've added moisture to your skin, you need to make sure it's locked in. That is where oil based products can be of great benefit. They are occlusive products - meaning they trap humectants (skin hydrating ingredients) and emollients (skin conditioning ingredients) into your skin, so your skin stays hydrated and softer for longer. Learn more about our Facial Oils HERE

It is important to continue using an SPF like ARK’s Skin Protector SPF 30 to prevent UVA ageing. There is a really useful article by a dermatologist in Woman and Home magazine that explains why it is so important to continue to wear an SPF in winter. You can read it here.

Regular use of overnight or intensive skin treatments like our hydration injection masque is fantastic for rejuvenating the skin and restoring its vibrancy.

Moisturising your hands frequently is a good habit to cultivate all year around, but especially important during cold weather. Protect your hands by wearing gloves and use an Intensive Hand & Nail Cream morning and evening.

Hot baths and showers can be tempting to warm us up in colder months, but hot water strips skin of its natural oils. Avoid bathing in very hot water and after washing pat skin dry to lock in moisture, rather than vigorous drying.

Unfortunately in winter we often pick up cold and flu bugs, and these can take an extra toll on our skin. The nose and lip areas are usually affected the most. If you are suffering, use good quality soft tissues for your nose and nourish chapped lips with an intensive lip treatment. Our Advanced Action Lip Cream is ideal as it's free from Beeswax (which is drying) and full of nourishing and soothing ingredients, like Aloe Vera, Allantoin and Macadamia Lipids. Find out more HERE.

We would recommend you consider taking a Vitamin D supplement in winter as our levels naturally drop. The NHS has some clear advice on taking vitamin D supplements during winter. Check out the link here

Eat healthily. For example, including oily fish (containing omega oils) in your diet is one of the best things you can do to help replenish the fatty acids in the skin barrier. Reduce alcohol consumption as it can increase inflammation of the skin and can be triggers for conditions such as rosacea, eczema and psoriasis.

Pay attention to your skin, especially if you are prone to sensitivities.

We would recommend that you monitor your skin for dermatitis on your face or elsewhere as cold weather can be a trigger.

Avoid irritated skin by opting for comfortable, non-irritating clothing. Those prone to sensitive skin can get irritation from certain materials such as wool when it has direct contact with the skin.

Opt for gentle, natural skincare like ARK.