When it comes to caring for your skin, it can be overwhelming to figure out the best place to start. Winter time can make it even harder, when skin issues tend to worsen. When your skin is inflamed, it is important to use the appropriate professional grade products for your skin condition and skin type. At Fort Wayne Dermatology Consultants, our skincare professionals can help you identify the underlying cause of your symptoms and give you personalized recommendations for your unique condition.
Here are 10 of the most common winter skin issues we see:
Dryness
People with dry skin types will notice that fluctuating temperatures and moisture levels in the air cause their skin to dry out quicker this time of year. Dry skin naturally produces less sebum, making dryness from environmental factors worse. Our professional skincare lines provide a multitude of rich solutions, including:
- Jan Marini Age Intervention Face Cream and Hyla 3D
- SkinMedica Rejuvenative Moisturizer, HA5, Dermal Repair Cream, and Total Defense & Repair
Dehydrated skin
Different than the skin producing less of its natural moisture, dehydrated skin may even feel oily, but lacks natural lubrication and requires gentle care. Avoid harsh cleansers and exfoliation, and talk to us about:
- Jan Marini Hyla 3D
- SkinMedica Hydrating Complex, Rejuvenative Moisturizer, HA5, Dermal Repair Cream, and Total Defense & Repair
Chapped Skin
Exposure to the elements, such as sun and wind, can cause severely chapped skin, especially cheeks. Prevention is your best bet, but if you are caught outside and need to repair damage after the fact, we have:
- Avene Redness Solution Kit, Thermal Spring Water, and Cicalfate Skin Recovery Emulsion
- SkinMedica Dermal Repair Cream, TNS Ceramide Cream, and Total Defense & Repair
- Jan Marini Bioshield Rapid Recovery Complex
Chapped Lips
We all know that lips are very susceptible to becoming chapped. Unlike chapped skin on the cheeks, your lips need extra prevention and care, such as:
- SkinMedica HA5 Lip
- Jan Marini Hyla 3D Lip
- Dr. Dan’s Chapstick
Keratosis Pilaris Breakouts
KP causes tiny red bumps on arms and legs. Changing temperatures can cause unpleasant breakouts this time of year. To combat Keratosis Pilaris, we offer our own Fort Wayne Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics cosmoceutical grade KP kit, as well as:
- SkinMedica AHA-BHA Exfoliating Cleanser
- Jan Marini Bioglycolic Resurfacing Body Scrub, Hand & Body Lotion
Oily Skin
You might be surprised that winter can cause oily skin. Skin often goes into overdrive, producing too much oil to compensate for drying out. Rather than stripping that excess oil away, you want to keep your skin balanced, with products like:
- Jan Marini Bioglycolic Cleansing Gel (oily skin), Management Skin Care System (combo), Clean Zyme Cleanser, and Skin Zyme Mask
- SkinMedica Ultra Sheer Moisturizer and Vitamin C & E Complex
Dry Hands (and Feet)
Hands and feet often bear the brunt of cold weather woes and need regular attention and care. Try covering with socks or mittens when you can, and moisturizing before bed using:
- Jan Marini Bioglycolic Hand & Body Lotion
Dandruff
Your scalp is skin too, and can itch and flake in the winter when it’s dry. Plus, tight hats can make the condition worse. Incorrect scalp care long-term can cause hair loss. One recommended solution is:
- Mederma AG Shampoo
Flare-Ups of chronic Skin Conditions like Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, etc.
Chronic skin conditions are prone to painful, itchy, and unsightly flare-ups this time of year. If you are experiencing symptoms, please contact your dermatologist.
Using the wrong products any time of year can be a waste of time and money. It can even cause your condition to worsen if you are treating the wrong thing. In addition, products found online or through other third-party sellers may be counterfeit or diluted, leading to poor results and potentially increased damage to your skin’s health.
Instead, you should schedule a consultation with one of our professional aestheticians to assess your personal skin type and current condition. We will recommend the most suitable products and services to reach your goals. Harsh winter conditions can be overcome with the right treatment.