Winter skin: what to change when it gets cold
Dry air outside and heating inside. A few swaps keep skin comfortable until spring.
Cold air holds less moisture, and central heating dries indoor air further. Skin loses water faster and can feel tight, flaky or itchy.
Switch to a richer moisturiser and apply it to slightly damp skin, which helps hold water in. Short, warm showers are kinder than long, hot ones.
Keep the sunscreen. Winter sun, especially reflected off snow on the mountains, still carries UV.
Try this
- Moisturise within three minutes of washing.
- Run a humidifier or place a bowl of water near the radiator.
- Use a fragrance-free hand cream after every wash.
General information, not personal medical advice. If something worries you, talk to your doctor. In an emergency in Bulgaria or the EU, call 112.