Top tips to a glowing winter skin #WinteriseYourSkin

Your skin needs extra TLC during winter as the cold weather can cause damage to the protective outer layer.

Moving from warm temperatures indoors to cold temperatures outdoors causes your skin to lose moisture, resulting in dry, flaky and sometimes itchy skin. 

Skin can appear to be dull and become more sensitive to products. We tested a few day creams to see how they fared: 

UltraVine™ Rich Collagen Cream 

Another star on the South African skincare scene is Stellenbosch based Theravine. The antioxidants found in grape derivatives are 50 times the strength of Vitamin E and 20 times the strength of Vitamin C.Their new luxurious treatment cream incorporates the latest technology of peptides and proteins, known as Trylagen™, restoring collagen levels by boosting, organizing and protecting the collagen, decreasing wrinkle depth of up to 35% after 30 days. 

Theravine products are naturally derived, do not contain harmful alcohols, artificial fragrances, colorants, harmful petrochemicals or mineral oils.

For: Ageing skin.

RRP: R690

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Day Spa 

The first thing that really appealed to me was how super light and how it was so quickly absorbed. The gel-cream consistency is a fresh and light, ensuring that it penetrates the deeper layers of the skin. The base is Vichy Thermal spa water - which contains 15 minerals which left my skin feeling hydrated and plumped. Hylarolic acid adds to the moisurising effect. My skin responded really well to this product and it was really refreshing to apply a light, water-based cream that didn’t leave any residue on the surface of my skin. 

For: Dehydrated skins

RRP: R390

Gatineau Aquamemory Moisture Replenish Cream-Gel 

The gel-cream consistency of this product makes it one of my all-time favourites. The texture  is a fresh and light, penetrating the deeper layers of the skin. It has a lovely fresh light aroma which lingers for a few seconds after application.
The active ingredients are marine algae and marine plants, restoring the hydrolipidic film and providing immediate and deeper hydration. Brown Algae Extract - prevents water loss and Sea Fennel improves the surface skin texture. 

For: Dry, normal and dehydrated skin

RRP: R835.00

Lamelle Serra Restore Cream 

Created by a South African dermatologist, Dr Bradley Wagemaker, Lamelle has long been the favourite of many South African aestheticians specialising in anti-ageing treatments. The Serra range was designed to maintain the skin’s natural barrier and to trap water in the skin, crucial for keeping the skin hydrated.
It’s light non-greasy formula is easily absorbed and left my skin feeling soft and silky. With a calming and soothing effect on dry skin and can be used morning and evening.

For: Dry skins

RRP: R490

Body Shop Vitamin E Moisture Cream Normal/Combination 

One of The Body Shop’s best sellers - this soft pink cream-gel is lightweight, easily absorbed facial moisturiser protects and locks in moisture all-day. It smells great and is super moisturizing yet not sticky. With the silky gel texture a little goes a long way, giving skin 48 hours of moisture. 

For: Suitable for all skin types, even dry skin

RRP: R160

RVB SKINLAB Diego Dalla Palma moisturising day cream SPF15

Specifically formulated for normal and dry skins RVB have created this day cream to restore levels of hydration to balance the skin on a cellular level and regenerate. The fast absorbing moisturizing fluid cream has with soft silky texture. 
I loved the slimline pump packaging - great for travelling and it contains SPF 15 - great for winter sun. After a few days my skin felt plumper and hydrated.

For: Normal to dry skins, all ages.

RRP: R860.00