6 reasons why your skin loves cold weather

• January 20, 2019

When we think of winter, we immediately think of dry skin and chapped lips, freezing hands and a runny nose. Right? Well, not anymore!
Actually, there are benefits to the freezing cold and shivering winds, and these might surprise you.
According to Dr. Costi, the winter months can help your complexion in many ways and even with anti-aging, contrary to popular belief. This is why you should love the cold.

1. You look younger
Cold weather enhances the complexion and rejuvenates skin. According to Dr. Costi, it slows down the aging process .Think of the rejuvenating effect of splashing your face with cold water in the morning, and of cryotherapy spa treatments – it keeps your skin tight, vibrant and radiant. Well, cold weather works in the same way with your skin.
That’s also why cold showers benefit the skin. Cold water tightens your cuticles and pores, which will prevent them from getting clogged. The chilly water can ‘seal’ the pores in the skin, preventing dirt from getting in (on the contrary, Hot water has the tendency to dry out our skin).

2. Your pores get cleared
Cooler weather can act as a tonic or astringent – reducing clogs and keeping pores less visible and refined. Cold weather also slows down and prevents the secretion of sebum, which waterproofs the skin and hair, keeping shine at bay and reducing acne.

3. Your cheeks become rosy
Moderately cold temperatures train your blood vessels to be responsive – causing redness in the checks. It means you can leave your blusher at home. So get out in the cold for that bright-eyed, rosy-cheeked, all-natural look.

4. You sleep better
Getting a good night’s sleep is vital for skin health – reducing circles under the eyes and making sure your complexion stays glowing. Coldness mimics the body’s natural drop in internal temperature, which occurs around two hours after we get in bed. Therefore, most sleep scientists believe that a slightly cool room contributes to a full night’s rest- that’s why it’s so hard to sleep on a hot summer night.

5. You forget puffiness
Cold temperatures could be good for skin’s health because it constrains blood vessels in the skin and promotes blood circulation in both the face and body.
This makes the vessels less prone to redness and swelling, as a result of a reduction in blood flow– reducing inflammation and swelling to the eyes and face. Plus, you tend to produce less oil and sebum in the winter, so you may have fewer breakouts.

6. You burn more fat
Bye-bye double chin!
According to research, the colder it is the more calories you burn (think of those South Pole researchers who drink butter in their coffee). So basically, when you’re in cold weather your fat burning cells are triggered (the brown fat that helps to burn the stubborn white fat)- and weight loss will lead to better looking skin in general.

Don’t you just love winter now? It’s time to go for a hike in the snow, we know you want to! Rain or shine, the cold weather is absolutely fine!