The Last Bit of Winter: Your Skin-Saving Guide for the Final Cold Spell

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By Temo Mpodi

August arrives — bringing the sweet promise of Spring. Yet, as much as we yearn for sunny days and blossoming gardens, winter isn’t quite over. The final phase of the colder season can be tough on your skin, but there’s still time to repair, shield, and hydrate before the warmer weather comes back.

To help your skin endure the last part of winter, Dr Judey Pretorius, founder of Biomedical Emporium, shares expert tips on protecting your skin barrier and preventing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), the moisture that escapes from within your body through the skin’s surface.

6 Expert-Approved Winter Skincare Tips

1. Don’t Ditch the SPF

Even in grey, overcast weather, UV rays can weaken the skin’s protective barrier. Apply SPF daily to exposed areas, hands, face, and neck, to shield your skin from damage and premature ageing.

2. Hydrate From Within

Water is your winter bestie. While it’s tempting to sip endless cups of coffee or indulge in red wine by the fire, caffeine and alcohol are dehydrating. Balance it out by drinking plenty of water throughout the day to maintain your skin’s moisture levels.

3. Eat for Skin Health

Nourish your body with a balanced diet. Include healthy fats, lean proteins, colourful vegetables, fresh fruit, and fibre to help your skin glow from the inside out.

4. Soothe and Strengthen with Serums

Combat dryness and irritation with a calming serum. Biomedical Emporium’s Skin Repair Serum is ideal for sensitive or inflamed skin. Packed with active ingredients that reduce inflammation and support the skin barrier, it’s a go-to for cold-weather skin relief.

5. Humidify Your Space

Indoor heaters may keep you warm, but they suck moisture from the air. A humidifier is a simple, affordable way to increase indoor humidity, especially in bedrooms or workspaces where you spend most of your time.

6. Moisturise Like a Pro

In winter, moisturising twice daily is non-negotiable. Biomedical Emporium Périphérique Moisturiser is highly occlusive, rich in hyaluronic acid, ceramides, peptides, and vitamin E, and ideal for dry or compromised skin. It locks in hydration, restores skin lipids, and strengthens the barrier — giving your skin the TLC it deserves.

Say Goodbye to Dry Skin

Let’s face it — a good moisturiser is the crown jewel of winter skincare, and now is the time to use it. With just a few tweaks to your daily routine and the right products on hand, you can emerge from winter with your skin barrier intact and your glow ready for Spring.

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