The holiday season is finally here and what a perfect time to indulge in our favourite foods and drinks, experimenting with makeup, transforming our look with a new haircut, and partying!
With all this going on, have you tried to keep your skin looking fresh over the holidays? If so, you know it’s difficulty with our constant movement between harsh cold exteriors and dry, heated interiors and so much indulgences. But many people have found success by using their own holiday skincare routine.
There are a few things you should know before you implement a skincare routine for the holidays. At Nordora, we like to take a holistic approach in our routines. Read the top 9 tips on how to keep your complexion looking radiant no matter your plans this holiday season.
1. STAY HYDRATED
During this holiday season, it’s tempting to indulge in everything from salty foods to alcohol, but these delicious things dry out your skin and can lead to the formation of fine lines. It’s important that you both drink and eat your water; think of your favourite fruits and vegetables when you also have that glass of water.
2. STICK TO A HEALTHY DIET
Ok, this is a hard tip, even when it’s not the holidays! Between work parties and family dinners, keeping a balanced diet will strengthen your immune system and have your skin looking healthy and glowing. As a bonus, it will help you fight off viruses and colds that come with wintertime.
3. MAKE TIME FOR BEAUTY SLEEP
We don’t like that feeling of FOMO (fear of missing out), but the party season can mean lots of late nights with friends or coworkers. Try to get at least eight hours of sleep as this not only keeps your body well-rested but allows for natural rejuvenation in the skin.
4. CLEAN YOUR SKIN PROPERLY BEFORE SLEEP
We love and admire how hard you work in the day. Whether you wore a new make-up look all day or simply finding yourself getting home late at night, it’s important to clean your skin to rid it of bacteria and other germs that accumulate over the day. As you remove your make-up to avoid clogging up pores with the dirt of the day, add our soothing Night Serum to that bedtime routine. A favourite of ours in the winter months is the Night Serum BioProtect Hydration that nourishes your skin with antioxidants and keep it hydrated as you get that good night of rest.
5. TRY GOING MAKEUP FREE
With a hectic social calendar this holiday season, make sure to dedicate a day to yourself and go make-up free. Your skin will thank you as it breathes and recovers with rest.
6. GIVE YOUR SKIN A BOOST OF REJUVENATION
We believe your exfoliation and rejuvenation work hand-in-hand. Take the time to give your skin that extra care by exfoliating and apply a Face Mask:
● With our BioPurity Exfoliating Gel, the fine particles of Black Spruce bark gently exfoliate the skin with dead skin cells and excess sebum removed with a careful touch.
● Our Rejuvenating Mask is made from Manicouagan Clay, one of the richest mineral clays on earth. Adding a weekly clay mask will have your skin is purified, remineralized and revitalized.
7. KEEP YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE SIMPLE
With the harsh cold weather constantly affecting our skin, it can be tempting to reach for a series of creams and oils. This is not good as too many products can actually end up clogging your pores and leave it prone to breakouts. Make sure to cleanse, tone, hydrate and protect your skin every morning:
● For skin before the signs of aging, using our BioProtect Hydration line will guarantee healthy and youthful skin. Just as important, this will help replenish the protective barrier in your skin.
● For skin with visible signs of aging our BioVitality Anti-Aging line gives you the relief and nourishment you are looking for: our Eye Contour + Face Cream will provide that freshness all over, because we care about the details.
8. DON’T FORGET YOUR HANDS AND LIPS
One forgotten aspect of an effective skincare routine are the hands and lips, which suffer from the same level of exposure to the cold as your face. Keep a lip balm and some hand cream handy so that they can get a quick moisturizing boost at any moment of the day!
9. MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY ECO-FRIENDLY
Forgo that wasteful gift wrap and pricey holiday cards, because we care about the environment! Wrap presents with old maps. Buy local and organic food. Support Nordora as your local go-to when you need that soothing care for the skin.
