Your Winter Skincare Regime
Hello all, and happy Autumn!
I’m a fan of every season, and as we come into full-swing Autumn and the Winter months are fast approaching, it's essential to pay a little extra care to our skin. The colder air outside and the drying effects of indoor heating can wreak havoc on our skin, I notice it every year with the transition. This year of year your skin may start to feel dry, tight, and in need of nourishment. Here are some of the things I incorporate and think are essential to help protect, hydrate, and restore your complexion all winter long.
Winter Skincare Essentials
The shift in temperature, along with harsh winds and low humidity, can strip your skin of its natural moisture. Meanwhile, central heating dries out the air indoors leaving your skin in need of extra nourishment. To keep your complexion glowing and healthy, it’s important to adapt your routine and use products that combat dryness, protect the skin barrier, and offer deep hydration.
That’s where Fox & Bloom comes in – with our NEW 3-step regime and Face Serum launching just in time, you’ll be armed with everything you need to keep your face nourished, hydrated, and radiant during the colder months.
Step 1: Cleanse and Nourish with Prickly Pear Cleansing Balm
Our luxurious, all-natural Prickly Pear Cleansing Balm is the key to starting your winter skincare routine right. Winter is not the time for harsh cleansers that strip your skin of its natural oils. Enriched with prickly pear and cucumber seed oils, this balm is gentle yet effective, offering a rich source of Vitamin C and essential fatty acids to cleanse, replenish, and nourish your skin. It also acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting your skin from environmental stressors and leaving it feeling soft and hydrated – not tight or dry.
How it helps in winter:
The cold air can sap moisture from your skin, but our cleansing balm helps restore and maintain your skin’s natural lipid barrier, locking in hydration and preventing dryness.
Step 2: Nourish and Repair with Fox & Bloom Face Serum
No winter skincare routine is complete without a nourishing serum. Our Face Serum, enriched with Bakuchiol and Olive Squalane, is designed to provide deep hydration while targeting skin concerns like fine lines and dryness, which are often exacerbated during winter. Bakuchiol, a natural alternative to retinol, helps stimulate collagen production and repair skin damage without causing irritation. Olive Squalane, known for its hydrating properties, ensures your skin stays supple and smooth.
How it helps in winter:
Bakuchiol helps to reduce signs of environmental stress on the skin, while Olive Squalane locks in moisture and helps restore skin balance, making it the perfect final step in your winter routine.
Step 3: Hydrate and Protect with Pomegranate and Rose Moisturiser
The winter months call for a richer moisturiser, and our Pomegranate and Rose Moisturiser delivers just that. This all-natural formula is packed with antioxidant-rich pomegranate seed oil and Vitamin E, both of which help protect your skin from the harsh winter elements while deeply hydrating it. The moisturiser creates a protective barrier, locking in moisture and ensuring your skin remains plump, smooth, and radiant, even on the coldest days. The calming rose scent also brings a touch of luxury to your routine, making every use a soothing experience.
How it helps in winter:
Pomegranate seed oil is known for its regenerative properties, helping to repair the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss – essential for combating the effects of dry winter air and indoor heating.
My Top Tips for Winter Skincare
Layer your products: Always layer from light to heavy – start with your cleanser, follow with the serum, and finish with your moisturiser to lock in all the goodness.
Don’t skip SPF: Even though it's winter, UV rays can still damage your skin. Always apply SPF after your morning skincare routine particularly if you spend time outdoors!
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated from the inside out.
Boost hydration at night: Use your serum and moisturiser in the evening to help your skin recover while you sleep.
