This Wednesday, February 10, 2021, 34 departments are on orange alert for snow and ice, extreme cold or floods. Here without further ado, the beauty mistakes to avoid during this period. :
1 / Take a shower that is too hot
As the cold and the wind bring the temperatures down, you long for a hot shower or a bath to warm you up. But beware, hot water can promote skin dryness. And while the prospect of a moment of relaxation is enticing, be careful not to hang around in the shower in winter. In fact, the skin can quickly dry out, especially on the legs, stomach and arms. To avoid tightness, try lowering the temperature a few degrees. And don't forget to hydrate yourself with a nourishing cream right out of the gate.
2 / have wet hair
During the winter, the hair takes longer to dry naturally. It is of course strongly recommended not to go out with wet hair! Besides the fact that you can get sick, hair can freeze and break when the temperature approaches zero degrees. So, if you are in a rush and need to go out, use a hair dryer. And to avoid damaging the hair fiber too much, choose the cold air option.
3 / Omit the care on your lips
With the cold, the skin tends to dry out. It feels tight and dehydrated in parts of the body, and on the face. But the area most sensitive to temperature changes is the lips. This is why it is essential to use a suitable treatment or balm. Every morning and evening, you can apply a generous layer of balm on your lips. And if you want to color your mouth with lipstick, don't forget to moisturize them first. Above all, do not wet your lips, as you risk accelerating skin dryness.
4 / Forget hydrating your face and body
Our skin needs to be hydrated all year round. In winter, don't skip a moisturizer for the face and body! Before the makeup step, do not forget to apply a tonic treatment or floral water, then apply your serum and / or your moisturizer. And even if your foundation has moisturizing properties, avoid wearing it alone! For your body, hydration is also mandatory. Milk, cream or oil, choose nourishing care made from shea, argan oil, aloe vera or oat milk. Rather than a shower gel, prefer super-rich soaps or super-smooth creams to pamper your skin.
5 / Put on a powdery foundation
In summer, powdered foundation is our best ally to have skin that does not shine too much. But in winter, it can quickly dry out the skin and give the impression of having a blurred complexion. To have a luminous face, opt for a slightly transparent and fluid foundation. And if you have particularly dry skin, choose a moisturizing formula.
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