5 Essential Winter Skin Care Tips for Aging Skin in the Prairie Climate
Winter on the prairies is beautiful, but it also presents a unique set of challenges for your skin. The dry, cold air combined with harsh winds can leave your skin feeling tight, irritated, and prematurely aged. As the temperature drops, proper skin care becomes essential to maintain healthy, glowing skin. The key is to nourish and protect your skin with all-natural, simple, and holistic methods—especially as we age. Did you know that we formulate our products with the prairie climate in mind? We so often hear that people suffer from dry, irritated skin so we care to create products help with that. (We also have 15 years of nursing experience and dealing with skin integrity and wound care to back up this desire to help...)
With that thought, here are five essential winter skin care tips featuring our own products and natural remedies that will keep your skin soft, smooth, and youthful throughout the colder months.
1. Hydrate with Rich, Natural Moisturizers
During winter, our skin loses moisture faster than usual, leading to dryness and flakiness. To keep your skin hydrated, it’s crucial to use a deeply moisturizing product that locks in moisture without stripping away your skin’s natural oils. Look for a rich, all-natural hand and body moisturizer like our Herb Garden Lotion. Featuring lavender from our own garden and jojoba oil, hemp seed oil and avocado oil- this lotion is packed with vitamins and antioxidants that nourish and hydrate your skin while helping to combat the dryness that winter brings. For your face, you can deeply nourish with our wild rose petals infused Restorative Face Cream. We use this every night before bed for that extra boost of hydration.
For a deeper moisturizer for your hands and feet, try our White Spruce Body Butter. With no water content, this body butter is highly concentrated with butters like cupuacu butter and shea butter to nourish your skin while calming your senses with our infused spruce blend.
For aging skin, hydration is especially important because it can help maintain your skin's elasticity and prevent the development of fine lines. The natural oils in these products provide a protective barrier, keeping moisture in while shielding you from the harsh prairie winds.
2. Consider a Protective Balm for a Barrier Against Harsh Weather
The colder months can make your skin look dull and lifeless. One of the best ways to protect your skin against cold weather and harsh winds during winter activities, is to use our Prairie Gold Balm on your (and your family's) cheeks. This is useful if you're planning to be outside for long periods enjoying activities like skiing, tobaggoning or snowshoeing. The balm helps create a barrier and soothe your skin, helping to prevent wind burn and lasting redness and inflammation.
"Speaking of cold weather, don't forget to wear your gloves and protect your hands too. Cover your skin up as much as possible!" (In my best mom voice)
3. Nourish with All-Natural Oils
Natural oils are your best friends during the winter months. They are packed with essential fatty acids that help restore your skin’s barrier, lock in moisture, and prevent the dryness caused by cold air. Consider adding our Rejuvenate Face Serum to your skincare routine which is infused with wild yarrow and fireweed to help tighten pores. This serum also features rosehip seed oil which is especially beneficial for aging skin as it’s high in vitamin C, which encourages collagen production and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
To use, apply a few drops of the oil to your face after cleansing and toning, and gently massage it into your skin. This will help keep your skin nourished, soft, and supple while you sleep. Additionally, this serum helps keep your skin glowing and youthful by promoting cell regeneration.
4. Don’t Skip the Sunscreen
Yes, even in the winter, you need to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Although the sun may not feel as intense, UV radiation can still cause skin damage, especially when reflected off snow or ice. Aging skin is particularly vulnerable to sun damage, which can lead to wrinkles, dark spots, and a loss of skin elasticity.
Consider adding a sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection into your daily routine. Many natural sunscreens use ingredients such as zinc oxide and natural oils that provide a protective barrier against harmful UV rays while nourishing your skin at the same time. Even on cloudy days or when staying indoors, it’s a good idea to apply sunscreen to exposed areas of your skin.
5. Practice Self-Care with Holistic Remedies
Winter skin care isn't just about products—it's also about embracing a holistic approach to nourish and rejuvenate your body from the inside out. Drinking plenty of water, getting enough rest, and eating foods rich in antioxidants can all help your skin maintain its youthful appearance. Consider adding more omega-3 fatty acids (found in foods like salmon, chia seeds, and walnuts) into your diet to keep your skin moisturized and prevent it from becoming dry and flaky. You know we are also big fans of using bone broth in your diet for glowing skin. Read more about that here.
You can also indulge in a relaxing herbal tea made from ingredients like chamomile and rose hips, which are both rich in antioxidants and have soothing properties for your skin. Holistic remedies can enhance your overall well-being, ensuring that your skin looks and feels its best, even in the harshest of prairie winters.
Winter on the prairie may be cold and unforgiving, but your skin doesn't have to suffer. By following these simple and all-natural skin care tips, you can keep your skin hydrated, glowing, and youthful even as the temperatures plummet. The combination of our products and holistic practices will help you protect, restore, and maintain the health of your skin throughout the colder months.
Still looking for an extra boost? Try our Self Care Bath Kit with our Sweet Bloom Bath and Body Oil to soak into your skin. Or our Boreal Forest Bath Kit which includes our White Spruce Bath Melts. Find our Winter Collection Here.
Remember, your skin deserves the best care, and with these methods, you'll enjoy soft, nourished skin all winter long.
