Changing weather from warm to cold, windy and bitter conditions can easily aggravate sensitive skin types. Bringing on conditions of irritation such as chapped, itchy, cracked and even bleeding skin. Whereas, we know the importance of drinking plenty of water to maintain hydration, it is equally important to keep the skin moisturized and hydrated for protection against every changing element.

Moisturizers can include store bought or homemade lotions, salve, or body butters, but you can also use vitamins to supplement nutritional deficits that encourage breakdown. These vitamins include Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin D. Natural remedies can be as effective if not more effective for retaining or locking in moisture during the bathing process and can include things like ground oats, essential oils and sugar scrubs to softens and exfoliate. Sun screen is often recommended for use in the summer months but many are not aware that the CDC also encourages use of 30 SPF or higher in the winter months as well. Creating the barrier that keeps the skin healthy and hydrated encourages the body’s retention of fluids for a secure barrier against disease.