Winter Skin Survival Kit
How to Manage Dry Skin During the Winter Months: A Guide to Hydration
Cold weather and low humidity can wreak havoc on your skin, leading to dryness, irritation, and even flaking. If your skin feels tight and dehydrated during the winter months, you’re not alone! The key to maintaining a healthy, hydrated glow is barrier repair, deep hydration, and effective exfoliation—and ZO Skin Health offers powerful solutions to keep your skin balanced and nourished.
Here’s how to winter-proof your skin with the right products, treatments, and ingredients!
1. Hydration Starts with Proper Cleansing
Many people assume a foamy, deep-cleaning cleanser is necessary year-round, but during winter, harsh cleansers can strip your skin’s natural moisture barrier, making dryness even worse.
Best Winter Cleanser: ZO Hydrating Cleanser
✔ Why you need it: Gently removes dirt, oil, and makeup without disrupting your skin’s natural hydration.
✔ Active ingredients:
Sodium hyaluronate – A derivative of hyaluronic acid that deeply hydrates and plumps the skin.
Panthenol (Vitamin B5) – Helps soothe and repair the skin barrier.
Glycerin – Attracts moisture and prevents water loss.
➡ Pro Tip: Use lukewarm water when cleansing—hot water can strip your skin of essential lipids.
2. Gentle Exfoliation for Better Hydration
You might think exfoliating will make your skin drier, but the right exfoliation removes dead skin cells, allowing hydrating products to penetrate more effectively.
Best Winter Exfoliator: ZO Exfoliating Polish
✔ Why you need it: Gently buffs away dry, flaky skin to reveal a smooth, radiant complexion.
✔ Active ingredients:
Ultra-fine magnesium crystals – Provide non-abrasive exfoliation to remove dead skin.
Vitamin C – Brightens and protects against oxidative damage.
➡ Pro Tip: Exfoliate 2-3 times a week to keep skin smooth without overdoing it.
3. Reinforce the Skin Barrier with the Right Serum
During winter, a compromised skin barrier means increased water loss and irritation. Strengthening this barrier with the right serums can lock in hydration and keep irritants out.
Best Winter Serum: ZO Firming Serum
✔ Why you need it: Helps restore elasticity, reinforce the skin barrier, and boost hydration.
✔ Active ingredients:
ZCORE™ complex (plant stem cell + peptides) – Supports collagen and elastin for firmer skin.
Sodium DNA – Strengthens and repairs the skin barrier, reducing dryness.
➡ Pro Tip: Apply serums while your skin is slightly damp to lock in moisture.
4. Lock in Moisture with a Powerhouse Hydrator
Your moisturizer should restore lost hydration and prevent transepidermal water loss—a common issue in winter when the air is dry.
Best Winter Moisturizer: ZO Hydrating Crème
✔ Why you need it: Provides intense hydration while soothing redness and irritation.
✔ Active ingredients:
Sodium hyaluronate + Shea butter – Deliver deep, long-lasting moisture.
Oat extract + ZOX12™ complex – Reduces inflammation and shields skin from environmental damage.
➡ Pro Tip: Apply your moisturizer after serums to seal everything in.
5. Hydrafacial: The Ultimate In-Office Hydration Boost
If your skin still feels dull and dehydrated, a HydraFacial is a game-changer for winter skin. This medical-grade facial deeply exfoliates, extracts impurities, and infuses the skin with intense hydration, making it ideal for combating winter dryness.
✔ Key benefits:
Gentle exfoliation with a light peel to remove dead skin.
Deep hydration with customized boosters, including hyaluronic acid and antioxidants.
Soothing and calming properties to reduce irritation.
➡ Pro Tip: Combine HydraFacial with ZO’s Firming Serum Booster for extra hydration and anti-aging benefits!
6. Don’t Forget SPF (Yes, Even in Winter!)
Many people skip SPF when it’s cloudy or cold, but UV damage doesn’t take a break in winter. Protecting your skin daily prevents moisture loss, premature aging, and damage from indoor and outdoor exposure.
Best Winter SPF: ZO Sheer Fluid SPF 50
✔ Why you need it: Lightweight, hydrating SPF that won’t clog pores or feel heavy.
✔ Active ingredients:
Zinc Oxide + Titanium Dioxide – Provides broad-spectrum protection.
Antioxidants – Fight against blue light and environmental damage.
➡ Pro Tip: Choose a moisturizing sunscreen with antioxidants for extra protection.
