Winter Skin Woes

When the winter chill sets in, our skin often takes the brunt of the change. Cold air, harsh winds, and indoor heating can strip your skin of its natural moisture, leaving it dry, flaky, and irritated. If you’ve noticed your usual skincare products just aren’t cutting it anymore, your skin barrier might be compromised. This protective shield, your skin’s outermost layer, is crucial for keeping moisture in and irritants out.

Luckily, with a little TLC and the right products, you can restore and protect your skin barrier all winter long.

What is the Skin Barrier, and Why Does it Break Down in Winter?

The skin barrier is made up of lipids, proteins, and skin cells that work together to prevent water loss and shield you from environmental stressors. But when winter rolls around, low humidity and aggressive heating systems suck moisture from the air, and from your skin. Without proper hydration and protection, the skin barrier weakens, leading to dryness, redness, sensitivity, and flare-ups of conditions like eczema or rosacea.

skin barrier

Step 1: Gentle Cleansing with Skin-Loving Ingredients

Start with a non-stripping cleanser to avoid aggravating dry skin further. Our Lemon Coulis Cream Face Cleanser is a winter skincare essential.

This creamy, non-foaming cleanser is ideal for sensitive and dehydrated skin. It cleanses while preserving the skin’s natural oils, something foaming or gel-based cleansers often strip away. Thanks to ingredients like Lemon Myrtle, Witch Hazel, and Apricot Kernel Oil, this formulation tackles excess sebum while gently soothing inflammation, particularly helpful during hormonal changes or breakouts triggered by stress and the colder months.

Why it’s perfect for winter:

  • Maintains hydration while cleansing
  • Calms winter-induced breakouts
  • Supports hormonal skin during periods, anxiety, and pregnancy

Lemon Coulis Cream Face Cleanser

 

Step 2: Hydrate Deeply and Frequently

Once your face is clean, hydration is key, and not just in the morning and evening. Reapply hydration throughout the day to keep your skin barrier plump and protected.

Our Hydrating and Toning Face Mist is your go-to for winter skin rescue. This multi-purpose mist instantly hydrates, seals in moisture, and balances oily or congested skin. Rich in nutrients from Aloe Vera Gel, Bulgarian Rose Water, and Green Tea Extract, it’s the perfect midday pick-me-up, whether you’re post-gym, facing a mid-afternoon slump, or just trying to soothe irritated skin.

How it helps your skin barrier:

  • Delivers instant hydration without clogging pores
  • Enhances absorption of moisturisers and serums
  • Refreshes and resets skin exposed to heaters or wind
  • May even help reduce nausea during pregnancy, bonus!

Use it after cleansing, after makeup, or any time your skin feels tight. It’s safe for teens, adults, and pregnant women alike.

Hydrating and Toning Face Mist

Step 3: Lock It In With Deep Moisture

Hydration means nothing if you don’t seal it in. That’s where our Madagascan Vanilla Face Custard comes in. This luxurious, lightweight moisturiser acts as a shield against environmental toxins while deeply nourishing and brightening your skin.

Powered by Shea Butter, Fairtrade Madagascan Vanilla, and Lemon Myrtle, this face custard calms inflammation, improves skin tone, and strengthens the skin barrier. It’s especially helpful if you’re battling dry patches, redness, or fine lines this winter.

Why it works so well in colder months:

  • Forms a protective barrier against harsh elements
  • Contains high levels of Vanillin to reduce inflammation
  • Brightens and smooths tired, dull skin
  • Complements the Hydrating Mist and Cream Cleanser perfectly

A little goes a long way, apply morning and night after misting for best results.

Madagascan Vanilla Face Custard (moisturiser)

Winter Skin, Naturally Cared For

Winter doesn’t have to mean dull, dry, or irritated skin. With the right combination of gentle cleansing, deep hydration, and nourishing moisturiser, you can support your skin barrier and keep your complexion healthy, calm, and glowing. Each of these Naturally COS products, our Lemon Coulis Cream Face Cleanser, Hydrating and Toning Face Mist, and Madagascan Vanilla Face Custard, has been carefully designed to offer results while honouring your skin’s natural rhythms and needs.

Let your skin drink in the goodness this winter, and give it the support it deserves, naturally.