How to care effectively for dry skin in winter

When temperatures drop, your skin is the first to feel the cold. Dry heating air adds to the strain, so your skin needs more attention now. Redness, a feeling of tightness and dry patches are clear signs that it is struggling with winter.

With a few clever care tips you can protect your skin during the cold winter months and give it the right care. Below you can read how to treat dry skin in winter and do something good for yourself at the same time.

Why dry skin is a common problem in winter

In winter, your skin has a lot to cope with. The cold air outside and the dry heating air inside rob it of the moisture it needs. Your skin then feels rough and tight, and sometimes fine flakes form. The constant change between frosty air outside and warm, dry rooms disrupts the skin's natural moisture film. Your skin loses its balance and needs care that takes this into account.

At the same time, at low temperatures, your skin reduces the production of sebum, which it urgently needs to strengthen the skin barrier. Sebum is essential for keeping the skin barrier intact and protecting it from external influences. Without this protective film, dry skin lacks suppleness in winter and is more prone to dryness, irritation and itching, which is why your skin feels stressed so quickly in the cold season.

There's a lot you can do to support your dry skin in winter. Moisturising creams, soothing masks and small care rituals help it regain its balance. Our mission is to make your skin shine again, even in the cold season.

Signs of dry skin in winter

In winter your skin sends signals that are hard to ignore. A feeling of tightness is often the first one. After washing or a walk in the cold, your skin suddenly feels uncomfortable. Soon after, redness and dry, flaky patches follow, which feel rough and are visible. These signs show that your skin needs a lot of attention right now. They are most noticeable on areas that come into direct contact with cold air. Your face comes first, because wind, frost and dry heating air strain it every day. Your hands also suffer in winter. Frequent washing and going without gloves make the skin there brittle and cracked. Your legs are affected too, because tight, warm clothing draws moisture from the skin and leaves it dry and itchy.

This is where you can start. With the right body care, you do something good for your dry skin in winter and for yourself. Gentle cleansing, intensive moisture and a little more care than usual are all your skin needs now to regain its balance. Look after your skin thoroughly with care products that suit it.

Care tips for extremely dry skin in winter

Ice-cold air outside and dry heating air inside can really take their toll on your skin in winter. With the right care you can help it stay healthy and supple from head to toe.

• Facial care: Your face is particularly sensitive and needs gentle but intensive care. Cleanse it with a mild lotion that preserves the natural protective film, then add moisture. A rich cream with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid or shea butter protects against dryness and preserves elasticity. Finish your routine with a serum that hydrates your dry skin in a targeted way and protects it from environmental influences in winter.
• Hand care: Your hands need extra attention in winter. Frequent washing removes moisture from them, so use hand creams with urea or glycerin, especially after washing your hands. This helps your skin regenerate and prevent cracks. For intensive care in the evening, apply a thick layer of hand cream and pull on cotton gloves.
• Body care: Don't neglect your body now either. After showering, a rich lotion or body butter helps lock in moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. Make sure it is rich enough for dry areas such as shins or elbows too.

Choosing good body care and doing something good for your body is an act of self-love and kindness towards yourself. We at juno&me want you to always feel good in your skin, even when it is dry in winter.

Treating dry skin in winter

With these tips for dry skin, you are well prepared for the cold season. Gentle cleansing, rich moisturising care and targeted ingredients such as urea or hyaluronic acid nourish your skin and also help with itchy skin in winter.