As the warm days fade away and the air changes from warm and dewy to crisp and cool, your skin changes as well. Cool and dry air can bring with it a number of skin conditions, and this means you’ll likely have to start treating your skin differently and keeping an eye out for these three important skin care issues you could face as the weather begins to cool.
Freckles, Sun Spots, and Other Imperfections
As your summer tan quickly fades, you’ll start to notice the age spots, freckles, and other brown spots on your face more clearly. Cooler months can be an effective time to treat these spots with creams or laser treatments done by a cosmetic dermatologist. Unfortunately, just treating these sunspots won’t prevent new ones from forming. It’s important to keep your skin protected by wearing sunscreen every day, even as the weather begins to change. You’ll also want to speak with your dermatologist about other methods to continue to fade the appearance of these spots.
Bumps on Your Skin
Inflammation, itching, and other rashes or bumps on your skin tend to flare up as the cold weather creeps in. Bumps and rashes can occur as skin becomes dryer. If you’re noticing bumps and other irritation on your hands, arms, and legs, you’ll want to pay close attention. You can start by applying lotion regularly and trying steroid creams to get rid of the inflammation. If this doesn’t work, though, you may want to consult with a dermatologist to develop a solution that is effective for you. You’ll also want to avoid scratching the areas too much. Opening up the skin can cause bacteria to invade and cause an infection.
Dry Skin
There’s no longer any moisture in the air, so your skin will begin to dry out. While dryer skin can be a given during the winter months, you can help ease the condition by eating healthy, consuming lots of water, and moisturizing religiously. If you’re suffering from dry scalp, you can try purchasing an anti-dandruff shampoo and rotating it in with your normal shampoo.
Winter skin is an inevitable part of your life if you live in an area where cold weather makes an appearance during the winter months. Thankfully, there are a number of ways to ensure you’re dealing with winter skin effectively so that it doesn’t have to be such a nuisance.