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The winter skincare changes you need to know about, according to Dr. Helena McMahon

Published 14:30 22 Oct 2024 BST

Sophie Collins

The winter skincare changes you need to know about, according to Dr. Helena McMahon

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Winter is near and as temperatures drop and harsh winds begin to blow, the season can wreak havoc on our skin

Cold air and indoor heating strip away moisture, leaving the skin dry, flakey, and irritated.

To help you keep your skin healthy and radiant during the colder months, Dr. Helena McMahon, a cellular biochemist from Ireland’s Atlantic coast and the driving force behind Seabody’s sustainable skincare, has shared her expert recommendations for winter skincare.

With years of experience in cellular health, Dr. McMahon understands the unique challenges winter poses and offered science-led solutions for glowing, resilient skin.

Common Issues

Winter weather creates an environment that can seriously compromise your skin.

Cold winds, dry air, and constant exposure to indoor heating pull moisture away from the skin, leading to:

Dryness and Flakiness: The lack of humidity weakens the skin’s moisture barrier, causing it to lose hydration more quickly
Sensitivity and Irritation: The cold can inflame sensitive skin, making it prone to redness and irritation
Dullness and Inflammation: Dehydrated skin is less likely to reflect light, leading to a dull complexion, while dead skin cells can accumulate, blocking the skin’s natural glow.

To combat these common winter woes, Dr. McMahon recommends a simple yet effective routine, using marine-based formulations that deeply hydrate and promote long-term skin health.

Dr. Helena McMahon’s 3-Step Winter Skincare Routine

Gentle Cleansing: Use a non-foaming cleanser like Seabody's Hydrogel Mask Cleanser to hydrate and calm winter-stressed skin. In addition to daily cleansing, apply the Hydrogel Mask Cleanser as a nourishing mask once a week to replenish moisture lost to the cold and wind!
Hydrating Serum: Apply Seabody's Aquasurge Day Serum, rich in Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid, to lock in moisture and enhance your skin’s glow. Winter skin is more prone to dryness and dead cells can accumulate at the surface, which impacts upon the absorption of hydrating serums. SEABODY’s Aquasurge Day Serum contains polyhydroxy acid (PHA) to gently support the removal of dead skin cells while hydrating and protecting the skin barrier to give that winter dewy glow.
Moisturise: Cold air weakens your skin’s natural barrier, leading to moisture loss. Seabody's Glycan Enrich Moisturiser is enriched in MaradermÔ complemented with Ceramides, Squalane, Vegan Omegas and Vitamins C & E, which work together to fortify your skin’s barrier and lock in moisture. This rich moisturiser is perfect for winter, creating a protective shield against cold winds and indoor dryness.

Additional Tips

Along with this core routine, Dr. McMahon suggests a few extra steps to keep your skin glowing all winter long:

Don’t Skip SPF

Even though the sun may not feel as strong, UV rays can still damage your skin in winter. Make sure to apply SPF daily.

Overnight Care

Your skin regenerates as you sleep, so apply a nourishing product like Seabody’s Overnight Elixir Serum to help restore and repair your skin overnight

Humidify Indoors

Indoor heating can be incredibly drying. Using a humidifier helps counteract this effect by adding moisture back into the air.

Support Your Skin from Within

Seabody’s beauty supplements, rich in marine nutrients and antioxidants, work from the inside to support your skin’s health, improving hydration and resilience.

Winter weather may be tough on your skin, but by following Dr. Helena McMahon’s expert skincare routine and tips, you can keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and radiant all season long.