Caring for Darker Skin in the Colder Months
As the temperature drops, our skin faces unique challenges. For those with melanin-rich skin, colder weather can often mean dryness, dullness, and a loss of that natural glow. Despite the protective benefits of melanin, cold air, and indoor heating can strip the skin of essential moisture, leading to a more ashy appearance. However, with the right approach and products, your skin can remain radiant and healthy all winter long.
Here’s how to care for your melanin-rich skin in the colder months.
1. Prioritise Hydration
Cold weather is notorious for drying out the skin. For darker skin especially, hydration is key to maintaining softness and avoiding tightness. One of the best ways to keep your skin hydrated is by using a lightweight serum that penetrates deep into the skin.
A hydrating serum, like the MelaVie Radiance Restore Serum, is the perfect addition to your routine. It delivers moisture where your skin needs it most, helping to maintain that healthy glow even in the driest conditions.
2. Moisturise to Lock In Hydration
After applying a serum, follow up with a rich moisturiser. During the colder months, melanin-rich skin can lose moisture more quickly, which can lead to dullness or a lack of vibrancy. A high-quality moisturiser helps seal in hydration and creates a protective barrier against harsh winter conditions.
Our Antioxidant Moisturiser is ideal for this purpose. Its nourishing ingredients ensure that your skin stays hydrated throughout the day, and the added antioxidants help repair any environmental damage while protecting against future dryness.
3. Exfoliate & Radiate
Melanin-rich skin can become ashy if not properly hydrated, especially in winter. Regular exfoliation can help remove dry, dead skin cells and reveal a more even skin tone beneath. Just be sure to keep exfoliation gentle to avoid irritating your skin, and always follow up with a hydrating product to replenish moisture.
Applying the Radiance Restore Serum after exfoliating will help keep your skin balanced, while the Antioxidant Moisturiser ensures that moisture stays locked in for lasting hydration.
4. Sun Protection Year-Round
Even during winter, UV rays can impact melanin-rich skin, contributing to hyperpigmentation and dark spots. It’s important to incorporate sunscreen into your routine, even on cloudy days. A broad-spectrum SPF used after your moisturiser will help keep your skin protected year-round.
5. A Consistent Night Time Routine
At night, give your skin extra nourishment. Apply a hydrating serum before bed to help your skin recover from the day’s exposure to the cold. Follow it up with a rich moisturiser to repair and protect your skin as you sleep, allowing you to wake up with a refreshed, glowing complexion.
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By incorporating hydration, protection, and care into your routine, melanin-rich skin can remain healthy and radiant all winter long. Our Radiance Restore Serum and Antioxidant Moisturiser provide the essential nourishment needed to keep your skin glowing, hydrated, and balanced, no matter the weather.