Winter Skin SOS: How to Calm Dry, Irritated Skin

Signs Your Skin Barrier Needs Help This Winter

Is winter weather taking a toll on your skin? Cold air, harsh winds, and indoor heating can leave your complexion feeling tight, itchy, red, flaky, or overly sensitive. If this sounds familiar, it could mean your skin barrier is struggling.

Call us on 01733 553600 today or book online to give your skin the care it needs this winter.

The good news? With the right winter skincare routine and professional treatments, you can soothe, strengthen, and restore your skin’s natural balance. At Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty Salon, we specialise in nurturing sensitive, stressed skin, especially during the colder months.

What to Avoid When Your Skin Is Sensitive

Over-Exfoliating
Harsh scrubs or aggressive exfoliation can damage your skin barrier. Opt for a gentle exfoliant instead. We recommend Aveda Botanical Kinetics Exfoliating Creme Cleanser Exfoliant, perfect for daily use, it removes dead skin cells without causing irritation.

Strong Active Ingredients
Take a break from retinols, AHAs, BHAs, and vitamin C serums - these can be too intense for compromised skin.

Hot Water
Use lukewarm water when cleansing. Hot water strips natural oils, making dryness worse.

Heavily Fragranced Products
Stick to gentle, calming products. Vegan and cruelty-free options are ideal for sensitive skin.

Excess Indoor Heating
Central heating dries out the air and your skin. If possible, use a humidifier to maintain moisture levels.

What to Do for Healthy Winter Skin

Cleanse Gently Twice Daily
Use a hydrating cleanser morning and night. Our pick: Aveda Hydrating Cleanser, which cleanses without stripping essential moisture.

Book Regular Professional Facials
Winter is the perfect time for restorative facials since skin naturally renews every 28 days. Our top recommendation: Aveda Wellbeing Perfecting Plant Peel, it refines skin texture, supports the skin barrier, and includes calming aromatherapy oils for a truly relaxing experience.

Get Professional Skincare Advice
Every skin type is different. A consultation with our experts ensures you’re using the right products to repair and protect your skin.

Moisturise Daily
A nourishing day cream protects against cold air and locks in hydration. We love Aveda Plumping Milky Lotion for smoothing skin, reducing visible redness, and being gentle on sensitive skin.

Wear SPF (Even in Winter!)
SPF protects against redness, dryness, and premature ageing, even on cloudy days.

Be Consistent & Patient
Healing takes time. Stick to your routine and allow your skin to recover naturally.

Final Thoughts: Calm Is the New Glow

Healthy skin isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what your skin actually needs. By simplifying your routine and choosing the right professional treatments, your skin will reward you with comfort, clarity, and a natural winter glow.

If your skin needs a little extra care this season, our team at Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty Salon is ready to help with expert advice and relaxing facials.

Call us on 01733 553600 today or book online and give your skin the winter care it deserves.