By Katie Martlew
With the temperature dropping almost daily, and the wind seemingly gaining gale-force strength, now is the time to give your skin a little extra TLC and lock and load your beauty arsenal to withstand the long, harsh, winter months ahead.
“The skin is the body’s largest organ and is, in many ways, the outer garment we show to the world. Because of this it’s vital to care for and nourish skin in order for it to look and feel hydrated every day.” – Ruth Muller, Dove Research and Development.
Rescu. RECOMMENDS: Our top eight beauty picks to hydrate, protect and repair your skin during the winter months…
The affordable and super moisturising body wash…
1. Dove Triple Moisturising Beauty Body Wash
Start the day with a hydrating shower. This nourishing body was contains a triple action moisturising system to gently cleanse the skin while Dove’s signature one quarter moisturising cream delivers intense moisturisation to dried out skin. We love that our skin is left feeling silky soft and visibly refreshed.
RRP 350mL $6.99. 700mL $10.99 Stockists: 1800 061 027
The certified organic, super-hydrating, face saviour…
2. Bloom Rosehip Oil
From the makers of all things lovely, comes this ultra pampering treatment oil. Rich in vitamins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids, this pampering skin supplement nourishes and hydrates your skin while improving skin elasticity, slowing down the signs of aging, and smoothing and softening dry and sensitive skin. We mixed this into our favourite face and body moisturiser for added winter hydration and nutrient boost.
RRP $25. Available at Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies.
Our all time favourite, award-winning, all-purpose beauty balm…
3. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant.
This skincare classic is backed by 70 years of history and a strong cult following. Contains Petrolatum to soothe the skin, and seal in moisture, as well as powerful antioxidant Vitamin E to protect the skin from environmental damage. An all-purpose, one-stop-shop to heal dry and damaged skin all over the body. We love it best on lips and cuticles.
RRP $38.00. Available at Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies.
The doctor’s prescription for dry, sensitive and irritated skin…
4. Dr Lewins Medic Protective Bath Oil
Rich in vitamins, minerals, Camellia Oil and essential Omega-6 and 9, this water-dispersible emollient bath oil soothes, protects and moisturises dry and irritated skin. Also contains St John’s Wort Oil to calm the skin and soothe redness. A winter skin essential that will leave your skin soothed and silken before bed.
RRP $19.95. www.drlewinsmedic.com
Long-lasting relief for dry and chapped hands…
5. Burt’s Bees Banana & Beeswax Hand Crème
This all natural hand cream provides long-lasting relief for dry and chapped hands. It’s loaded with sweet almond oil, beeswax and aloe to moisturise and soften the skin. We have developed an addiction to the yummy natural banana fragrance.
RRP $19.95. Available at David Jones and Myer stores nationally.
The ultra-soothing, softening and stress-reducing body cream…
6. Erb Eastern Treat Nourish Body Cream
Perfect for normal to dry skin, this pampering body cream is packed with jasmine to soothe and soften, rice cream- which contains Vitamin B, to moisturise, and cooling mint to calm the skin and reduce stress. Luxurious and ultra pampering, the fragrance really warms up on the skin throughout the day and leaves clothes smelling heavenly.
RRP $47.95 Available at www.keerati.com.au or Keerati beauty boutique.
The sensual skin softening moisturising serum
7. Avon Skin So Soft Ultra Serum with Silkening Pearls
Enriched with Vitamin E, hydrating oils and skin-silkening pearls, this pampering moisturising serum leaves skin feeling soft and visibly radiant. A fab luxe for less hydrating serum with no sticky residue. Perfect under opaque tights and skinny jeans that can be so drying on legs.
RRP $12.99 Stockists: 1800 646 000
The trusted and affordable skin saviour…
8. Vaseline Dry Skin Conditioning Lotion
This household dry-skin staple is enriched with Vitamins A, E and B5 to replenish hydration, and keep skin looking radiant and healthy. The new non-greasy, quick absorbing lotion is suitable for all skin types. Love the never ending pump pack that delivers reliable moisture day after day.
RRP 750mL $10.99. Available in supermarkets and pharmacies nationwide.
