Skincare Conceals Only So Much: Don’t Forget Your Makeup!
When the chill sets in, it’s instinctive to reach for ultra-hydrating face creams. But what about your foundation?
“It’s better to use formulas with skin-caring ingredients and the right textures,”
advises makeup artist Emilio Benedetti. The next time you’re tempted by that tempting new ‘cocooning’ cream, remember: the same rule applies to your makeup bag.
Powdery or matte foundations might be your summer favorites, but in winter, they’re a shortcut to cakey, dehydrated skin.
“Opt instead for a hydrating fluid or a more transparent cushion formula,”
Benedetti explains. Not only will your face look fresh, but you’ll avoid that unintentional vintage plaster look all season.
Cold Lips, Colorful Smiles
Lip care takes a hit in winter too. Matte and powdery lipstick textures will leave your lips drier than your New Year’s resolutions by February. Got chapped lips? Avoid these entirely.
“Choose a tinted balm or a hydrating lipstick,”
Benedetti recommends. That’s the ultimate trick for a radiant, colorful smile—even when it’s downright freezing outside. And why not perk up your mood with peppy colors?
“Go for upbeat shades to boost your spirits!”
he adds. Sometimes, the best defense against the winter blues is found at the bottom of a lipstick tube.
Show Your Hair Some Seasonal Love
It’s not just your skin that suffers in the cold—your hair feels it too. As Claudia Zocco, Dessange expert, puts it:
“It’s important to see the parallels: when the temperature drops, hair gets as dry, dull, and fragile as your skin.”
While we’re meticulous about shielding our hair from sun and saltwater in summer, winter’s actually the dehydration heavyweight.
Cold weather attacks the hair fiber, making strands brittle and dry. Time to treat your mane to some deep care: look for plant-based actives like bamboo in Maui Moisture shampoo, or even consider investing in a humidifier. Don’t forget those temperature swings between the frosty outdoors and overheated indoors—they’re rough on hair too!
Static and Wool: The Enemies of Winter Hair
Static electricity is public enemy number one for winter hair. But good habits can keep it in check, especially at wash and dry time:
- Skip the usual cold-water rinse—this just amps up static.
“Instead, rinse your hair with lukewarm to slightly warm water,”
suggests Zocco.
- Never head out with wet hair (unless your hobby is catching colds), and resist the urge to tie up hair before it’s fully dry, which can cause extra breakage.
- Be gentle:
“Instead of rubbing your hair with a towel, gently blot it dry to avoid weakening the fibers.”
Same goes for your blow-dryer: keep it on medium heat, and treat yourself to a natural boar-bristle brush.
And if you love a cozy wool hat (hello, winter fashion!), this next tip is for you. Wool and hair do not mix well, causing both static and fragility. Zocco’s advice: slip on a satin or silk scarf underneath your beanie. Some hats come lined already, but if not, a quick DIY lining upgrade works wonders. Tip: bring this trick to the slopes if winter sports are on your agenda.
Finally, for all blondes (natural or not!): Dessange, the salon brand launched in the 1950s, has made blond hair its signature. Each year, they expand their expertise, launching a new nourishing and hydrating day treatment to pamper this iconic color—not to mention trendsetting 2021 cuts perfect for expressing your unique personality and embracing your “blonde attitude.”
Jack Mercer is a writer with a passion for American culture and everyday style. After spending years exploring the country’s hidden gems and fashion scenes, he found his voice sharing stories that celebrate the authentic spirit of modern America. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him hunting for vintage denim or enjoying a good bourbon on his front porch.
