The Skincare Essentials You Should Be Packing For The Slopes

For you lucky ones out there who are hitting the slopes this year (we’re not jealous at all…!), we’ve picked out some products which we know deserve a spot in your wash bag and suitcase. The health of your skin is definitely the priority as the weather conditions can be extreme out in the mountains; the wind, snow, cold, and even the sun can really batter the skin and so there are products you can use to help protect and soothe the skin. As well as the weather, other factors can come into play. 

We all love a bit of overindulgence on holiday; who can say no to that cheese fondue, hot chocolate, and celebratory drinks at the end of the day?! Après-ski is what it’s all about! Unfortunately though, as much as we enjoy it, our skin doesn’t find the increase in salt, sugar, and alcohol so fun. 

The main symptom you will experience whilst skiing (or snowboarding) is dry skin. You can cover up with your goggles, roll necks, and neck scarves, but the wind will still find its way in and with a severe lack of humidity, the skin will be gasping for hydration. The extreme cold can deplete the skin’s natural moisture reservoirs quickly. We have to give that hydration back because if we don’t, it can lead to unsightly red, blotchy, and sore patches as well as breakouts and cracking - not pleasant! The lips can also take a real thrashing when exposed to the extreme elements. 

It’s easy to forget, whilst we’re enjoying ourselves, that we still need to slap on the SPF. No matter the weather, even if it’s cloudy and snowing and minus degrees, the UV rays can still get into our dermis and cause havoc with our skin cells. And, unfortunately, those bluebird days are the ones to keep an eye out for; the sun will be bouncing back at you off that powdery, fluffy, snow!

Although we may be turning a shade of green with envy, we’re certainly not trying to put a dampener on your trip. We just want to make sure you’ve got all the necessities packed and once you’ve got your wintery grooming routine sorted, your skin will be smiling brightly as you speed down those red runs! 

The Best Skincare Solutions For Skiing

Face Moisturiser

Your face is pretty much the only part of your body that will be fully exposed to the elements whilst skiing. So, we have to take care of it! Invest in a high quality  moisturiser which will fully hydrate the skin. We recommend a moisturiser with a richer texture and apply it everyday, straight after cleansing your face. Obviously, this does depend on your skin type, but a thicker moisturiser should last you the day. If you suffer from extremely dry skin, why not keep a smaller version of a light-weight moisturiser in your pocket for a quick ‘top up’ on the ski lift. Don’t forget a moisturiser as part of your nighttime grooming routine aswell. 

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