How to keep your skin healthy year-round
November is National Healthy Skin Month, and we want to remind you to take a moment during this busy holiday season to look at your skin. Your skin is your body’s largest organ, so it’s important to take care of it. In this article, we will explore how to keep your skin healthy all year round with our 5 simple skincare tips.
1. Know Your Skin
You should know your skin better than anybody else. As we head into the cooler months, leaving summer behind, fall is a great time to take an inventory of your skin.
Do you have any new moles or changing moles?
Do you have itchy, dry skin?
Do you have oily skin that is prone to breakouts?
Or is your skin extremely sensitive and easily irritated?
Now is a good time to identify issues that could affect your well-being and make the harsh winter months more bearable.
2. Get a Skin Check
Did you know that the late fall and winter are some of the best times to get a full-body screening? During the winter months, your skin is usually at its palest, making it much easier for your dermatologist to check for unusual spots. As you do your own regular spot checks, make sure to note any parts of your skin that are itching, bleeding, or changing and mention them to your dermatologist as well.
3. Wash Your Face Daily
Although it’s a simple task, many of our patients skip washing their faces every day. Make sure you wash after exercising as well. We recommend using a mild cleanser and lukewarm water. A hand-held cleaning device (like the Forea Luna Mini 2) can help get your face its cleanest.
4. Continue to Use Sunscreen
Yes, it may not be as hot outside, but you still need protection from the sun. We recommend wearing protective clothing and using a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, no matter what the temperature is outside.
5. Moisturize Daily
It may seem simple, but it is critical to moisturize daily, especially in the winter months when the air is drier. To ensure the best results, we recommend applying your lotion or cream while your skin is still damp from bathing.
