Baby it's cold outside

Brrrr.  It's freezing out!  Living in Wisconsin seriously wreaks havoc on my skin!  The climate can be so extreme with the below zero temps and then the insane heat and humidity in the summer months! Girl can't catch a break around here!  Because of this nonsense I go the extra mile everyday to keep my skin hydrated, even toned and glowing!  First and foremost you have to feed your body the right nutrition, glowing skin starts from within!  Make sure you'e getting your omega 3's and eating all your fruits and veggies.  The Omega 3's are going to help reduce dryness and inflammation. (perfect protection against the harsh cold winds on our pretty faces)  Omega 3's can be added into your diet by eating seafood, flax and chia seeds, just to name a few!

Second is your fruits and veggies! YUM :) The nutrients found in produce literally can turn back the hands of time.  Fruits rich in Vitamin C help rebuild the collagen in your skin. More collagen = less wrinkles.  Veggies that hold boat loads of Vitamin A (dark leafy greens) and beta-carotene (carrots, mangoes, sweet potatoes) work as antioxidants preventing cell damage and premature aging.  Vitamin A also works wonders for keeping acne under control.

A well balanced diet protects your skin from the inside out.  Don't forget to drink a hefty amount of water as well!  Hydrated skin looks soft, supple and radiant.

Now for topically protecting your skin against the cold climate. It's important not to over or under exfoliate.  Listen to your skin, your face should never feel tight from dryness or rough in texture.  I prefer to use a manual exfoliator twice a week.  I love love love Pumpkin Enzyme Scrub by Glo Therapeutics.  Sloughing off the dead dull skin allows for deeper penetration of your moisturizer as well!  Pick a moisturizing creme that is deeply hydrating and nourishing.   Lately I've been using AVEDA Brightening Creme.  It absorbs into my skin quickly  leaving me soft, hydrated and a little brighter!  Also, don't forget to protect your pout.  Save your lips from becoming a cracked hot mess with lip balms rich in shea butters or oils like almond or olive.  If you follow these steps for winterized skin you'll see and most definitely feel a difference!  Just remember to nourish your insides and pamper the outside with lots of love and TLC!  Stay warm dahlings!!

XO~SJ