When the chill hits South Africa, your skin feels it first. Whether you’re waking up to frosty mornings in the Highveld or facing windburn in coastal cities, winter can do a number on your complexion. Many of us find our skin becoming dry, tight, flaky, or even unusually sensitive – and that’s not just your imagination.
Winter skincare in South Africa comes with its own unique set of challenges. Drier air, colder temperatures, indoor heating, and long hot showers all contribute to a shift in how your skin behaves and what it needs.
If your usual skincare routine suddenly isn’t cutting it, it might be time for a seasonal refresh.
In summer, your skin has more natural moisture to work with, thanks to increased humidity. But as the temperature drops, the air becomes drier – both outside and indoors. This lower humidity pulls water from the outermost layers of your skin, leaving it dehydrated and vulnerable.
Throw in heaters, warm showers, and less sweating, and your skin barrier may become compromised, leading to dryness, irritation, redness, and a dull complexion.
This means that even if you’re using great products, they might need to be layered differently or supported with more hydration during winter months.
You don’t need an entirely new skincare shelf – just a few smart swaps and a focus on supporting your skin’s moisture barrier.
Cleansing is often the first place we go wrong in winter. Harsh, foaming cleansers can strip away the little natural moisture your skin is clinging to. Our Powder-to-Foam Cleanser is water-activated and incredibly gentle, removing makeup and impurities without disrupting your skin’s balance.
It’s ideal for dry, sensitive skin types that need extra care in colder weather.
Winter is the perfect time to embrace humectants – ingredients that draw moisture into the skin. One of our favourites? Beta glucans.
Found in our Hydration Serum, beta glucans work like hyaluronic acid (but better for sensitive skin), drawing water into the skin and calming irritation. Apply this on slightly damp skin after cleansing to lock in hydration from the start.
Once your skin is hydrated, it needs a moisturiser to seal everything in. Our Daily Moisturiser, formulated with reishi mushroom extract and apricot kernel oil, nourishes and strengthens your skin barrier while remaining lightweight and breathable.
Instead of reapplying layers of product throughout the day, keep your glow going with a hydrating mist. Our Hydrating Face Mist is perfect for a midday skin refresh – hydrating, calming, and ideal for skin that’s been sitting in dry office air or behind a heater.
Yes, even in winter! UV rays can still penetrate clouds and damage your skin barrier, so SPF is a must, year-round.
With a few seasonal updates, your skin can thrive during South African winters. Hydration, barrier care, and gentle ingredients are the name of the game. Embrace the colder months with skincare that works with your skin – not against it.
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