Seasonal Skin Care

Seasonal changes can cause serious damage to your skin. Follow these helpful hints to keep your skin healthy and beautiful all winter long, and be sure to schedule regular appointments with your skin care specialist.


· Proper moisture balance—As the air gets colder and drier, your skin begins to lose moisture. This can cause flaking, chaffing, peeling and redness. There­fore, it is very important to keep skin moisturized all winter long, regardless of your skin type. Give your skin a boost with a deep-penetrating nourishing mask to help maintain your skin’s hydration.

· Avoiding breakouts—Many skin types react to the cold weather by over-producing oil in an effort to compensate for moisture loss. This overproduction can lead to an increase in acne as pores clog with sebum. This is why it is vital to listen to your skin care special­ist, and follow the skin care routine she prescribes. Keep in mind that without proper exfoliation, dead skin cells and sebum will clog pores, increasing acne flare ups, redness and the possibility of infection.

· Perk up dull skin—The colder weather can leave your skin looking dull and worn. Proper cleansing, toning, exfoliation and treatment will help rejuvenate tired looking skin. Nourish your skin with nutrient-rich moisturizers for a soft, dewy look.
· Wear an SPF—Although it may not seem necessary to wear an SPF during the winter months, it is necessary. Harmful UV rays penetrate your skin year-round, and protection is the key to maintaining healthy skin and helping to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, age spots and even cancer. Use an SPF of 15 or higher.

Massage Power

The Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami reveals that massage is not only relaxing, but may help job performance. It’s been discovered that massage:
· Increases productivity
· Reduces stress and depression in adolescents
· Dilates the blood vessels and improves circulation
· Increases red blood cells, especially in cases of anemia
· Relaxes muscle spasms and relieves tension
· Prevents fatigue
· Improves muscle tone
· Acts as an aid to dieting when combined with a nutritious but caloric deficient diet
· Increases circulation to the tissues
· Encourages retention of important nutrients
· Helps reduce fluid retention in the hands and feet