There is so much to love about winter. Cozy nights at home, hot drinks, slower mornings. But dry winter skin? Absolutely not!!! Once the temperatures drop here in the PNW, our skin needs extra care, extra hydration, and products that actually WORK. Not just for an hour, but all day and all night!
Over the years, we have learned that winter skincare is not about piling on random products. It is about using the right combination of gentle exfoliation, barrier repair, hydration, and skin-supporting treatments that work with your skin, not against it.
These are the winter skincare favorites we rely on every winter to keep our skin smooth, glowy, and healthy, even in the coldest months!
Winter Skincare Favorites
Double Cleanse
Julie’s Fav
The double cleansing duo that has completely transformed my skin!!! I have been using the Prequel Pre-Clease Cleansing Oil for over a year, and I LOVE it. It is lightweight and does not leave my skin feeling like I just dunked face first into a vat of Crisco.
I massage a couple of pumps into my skin for about 60 seconds to remove makeup, working it deep into my pores. This draws out dirt and debris without harsh, drying ingredients. Then I add a little water to suds it up, continuing to massage all over my face for a few more seconds. Next, we rinse our face and follow it with a gentle cleanser.
OneSkin Prep is a perfect gentle cleanser that removes my eye makeup along with any remaining residue. The benefit of double cleansing is that the cleaner my skin, the better my other products can soak in and do their job. The oil cleanser also adds an extra opportunity for hydration!
Alpyn Pore Perfecting Liquid and Super Sculpt Serum
Julie’s Fav
I apply this exfoliating toner as the first step in my routine for brighter, glowy skin!!! Completely clean with no harsh chemicals, it actually hydrates while smoothing my skin. I love the way it feels. It is like giving my skin a drink!
The Pore Perfecting Liquid is a leave-on liquid exfoliator with 2 percent salicylic acid to visibly minimize pores and reveal clearer, brighter-looking skin without a stripping or drying effect. It is formulated with 2 percent BHA and borage to gently exfoliate while keeping skin hydrated.
Next, I go in with the Super Sculpt Serum. This gel serum helps visibly lift and firm the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin, providing a tightening effect and improving overall elasticity. Such a good combo for winter skin!
Alpyn Barrier Repair Cream
Julie & Krista’s Fav
A skincare product so good even our husbands are now using it!!! And for two guys who have never touched skincare their entire lives, that is saying a LOT.
This is a total game changer for dry winter skin. It goes on so smooth, absorbs quickly, and never feels heavy or greasy. We love the texture and the way it locks in moisture all night long. Clean ingredients and so effective it has been awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance!
Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist
Julie’s Fav
This facial spray is a winter MUST for me!!! It gives my skin an instant boost of hydration and the prettiest dewy glow.
It is perfect for refreshing makeup and adding hydration without disturbing anything underneath. I use it at home and on the go when my skin starts to feel dry or tight. It instantly hydrates, provides antioxidant protection, and seriously improves the look of my makeup. Everything just looks fresher and more radiant after one quick spritz!
I love using it before makeup for that extra dewy base, but my favorite way to use it is after makeup as a finishing touch. It gives that glowy, healthy-skin look that is especially needed during the winter months!
Shani Darden Retinol Reform
Julie’s Fav
This has hands down become my favorite retinol product!!! Retinol can be intimidating, especially in the winter when skin is already dry and sensitive, but this one is a total game changer.
This is one of those products that quietly does the heavy lifting in my routine! My skin looks brighter, smoother, and more even over time, and I never feel like I have to “recover” from using it. If you have been nervous about adding retinol into your routine or have had bad experiences in the past, this is such a great place to start!!!
ZIIP HALO 2.0
Julie & Krista’s Fav
Hands down the BEST microcurrent device we have ever used!!! It takes only four minutes to treat your entire face, which makes it so easy to stay consistent.
From their site: ZIIP HALO 2.0 is an intelligent, all-in-one skin solution that delivers stronger currents you can actually feel working from the very first treatment. This app-connected microcurrent device transforms your skin through personalized electrical currents.
Dr. Dennis Gross Intense Wrinkle Cream
Krista’s Fav
This has become one of my HERO products!!! It has intense anti-aging ingredients, is incredibly moisturizing, and it smells amazing.
From their site: This soft, buttery moisturizer leaves a silky matte finish and is powered by a Phyto-Retinol Blend. It visibly transforms skin and repairs the moisture barrier for a lifted, ageless look. Retinol, bakuchiol, rambutan, and ferulic acid work together to firm, plump, and smooth lines and wrinkles, while antioxidants like arnica and centella asiatica help replenish the skin’s moisture barrier for a soft, hydrated, youthful complexion!
OneSkin OS-01 Body
Julie & Krista’s Fav
We have both been using this religiously for over a year and have seen noticeable improvements in the firmness and youthfulness of our skin!!! It is lightweight, not greasy, and sinks right in, which makes it so easy to use daily even during the winter months.
CurrentBody Red Light Therapy Mask
Julie & Krista’s Fav
We have tried other red light masks, but this one is the BEST!!! They have perfected the fit and light pattern for maximum effectiveness.
We wear ours while making the bed and getting breakfast ready. So easy to wear!!! It features three clinically proven wavelengths, every device is individually tested, and LED red light helps boost collagen, reduce wrinkles, and improve skin plumpness. Use code LASTSEENWEARING for 10 percent off!!!
StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Pump and Collagen Cushion Cream
Krista’s Fav
If fine lines are bothering you more in the winter, this combo is SO good!!! The Line Filling Bounce Serum has intense line-smoothing power, and in a clinical study, 97 percent of people said they would choose the Collagen Cushion Cream over injectable filler!!
I love using the peptide pump first to target lines, then layering the Collagen Cushion Cream on top to lock everything in. My skin looks smoother, plumper, and way more hydrated, especially during the colder months.
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads
Krista’s Fav
These tanning wipes work SO WELL!!! One wipe gives tons of natural-looking color. Julie was amazed at my deep tan, haha!
They are perfect when you want a healthy glow without self-tanner drama, and they are also amazing for travel since they do not count as a liquid. Easy, mess-free, and no streaks. I keep these on hand year-round but especially love them in the winter when my skin needs a little extra warmth and glow.
OS-01 Lip Restore Mask
Julie’s Fav
My favorite lip mask for winter time!!! Dry, cracked lips do not stand a chance with this one.
From their site: This is a deeply hydrating overnight lip mask powered by the OS-01 Peptide to help restore smoother, fuller, healthier-looking lips. It helps stimulate collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production, which is huge for keeping lips soft and youthful.
It is the perfect last step before bed, and I always wake up with lips that feel hydrated and smooth instead of dry and chapped!
Wrapping Up
Winter skincare can feel overwhelming, but it really does not have to be complicated! Focusing on hydration, barrier repair, and products that truly support your skin makes such a difference, especially during the colder months.
Since dialing in this routine, our skin feels plumper, smoother, and so much more comfortable all day long. No more tight, dry skin by mid-afternoon!!! Proof that glowing skin is possible in winter with the right products and a little consistency.
Let us know in the comments if this Winter Skincare Favorites roundup was helpful, or if you want us to share our makeup favorites for dry winter skin next. We love hearing from you!!!
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