How to Get Glowing Skin with Simple Holiday Skincare
How to Prepare Your Skin for the Holidays
Preparing in advance is the best way to prevent skincare woes this holiday season. Here are some of the best ways to start taking care of your skin before the holidays cause any issues.
Wash and Moisturize Your Face Regularly
Even when traveling to visit family or friends, don’t skip your skincare routine. In the morning before applying foundation, use an oil-free moisturizer like our Ultra Reparative Complex Creme to hydrate your skin before primer. A primer alone won’t give your skin the moisture it needs.
Before bed, always remove all makeup, then cleanse thoroughly. Browse our cleansers collection for a gentle formula suited to your skin type. Finish with an anti-aging treatment — you’ll wake up looking refreshed.
Exfoliate At Least Once Per Week
During the holidays, when we tend to wear more makeup than usual, exfoliation is especially important. A weekly peel or exfoliating treatment removes dead skin cells and impurities, preps skin for smooth foundation application, and helps prevent breakouts. Explore our exfoliants and peels for the right option for your skin.
Take Care of Your Body, Too
The holidays can be hard on your body. With extra indulgences and holiday cocktails, make sure to drink plenty of water — more than you think you need. Alcohol dehydrates your body, and dehydration affects your skin just as much as it affects your head the next morning. Balance indulgences with fruits, vegetables, and consistent hydration.
Clean Your Makeup Brushes Consistently
Keep your makeup brushes extra clean during the holidays when they’re getting more use. Clean them at least once a week to maintain their condition and keep your skin healthy. Whether you’re using a foundation brush or beauty blender, a little extra effort here goes a long way.
3 Bonus Holiday Skincare Tips
Depuff Your Eyes
After a late holiday party, you might wake up with puffy eyes. Brew a pot of tea, dip two caffeinated tea bags in hot water for 1–2 minutes, then refrigerate overnight. Place the chilled bags under your eyes and watch the puffiness disappear. Caffeinated teas contain tannins that help the skin contract.
Prefer a product? Our Super Antioxidant Eye Gel is easy to use and highly effective for reducing puffiness.
Focus on Shrinking Your Pores
Large pores can make skin look dull and tired — not the holiday glow we’re after. Try a simple homemade toner: mix one part apple cider vinegar with two parts water, dip a cotton pad in the mixture, and swipe it over your face. You’ll see the difference immediately.
Use Highlighter to Keep Your Skin Glowy
A little highlighter goes a long way. Run a streak down the center of your nose to slim it, dab at the inner corners of your eyes to look more awake, or apply to your cupid’s bow for fuller-looking lips. Simple, effective, and festive.
Just because you’re having a merry time this holiday season doesn’t mean you should forget to take care of your skin. Establishing a holiday skincare routine will help you get through winter without sacrificing your complexion — keeping you healthy and glowing through the most wonderful time of the year.
