In cold weather the onset of skin changes arrive, which annoyingly for many of us can lead to a range of uncomfortable skin issues. Icy cold winds and low temperatures can strip the skin of vital nourishment resulting in dryness, flakiness and a dull appearance.

The environment indoors may have less moisture in the air as we crank up the heating and keep the windows closed. Sleeping in a hot, airless room will make the skin feel tight, dry out your eyes and lips and can create more fine lines.

It takes its toll on our skin, adjusting to the temperature changes. So it’s super important to take care of your skin. Drinking plenty of water is a must to help keep your skin hydrated, you’ll see such a difference in your skin quality and dry eyes if you glug down more water.

Here are some other ways too that you can keep your skin hydrated and glowing during the colder months.

Wash away

The skin is the largest organ of the body. Whether we live in a hot or cold climate, our skin works tirelessly to protect us and it’s so essential that we mind it well. Daily washing and keeping ourselves clean is very important, but people have a tendency to over wash, especially one’s hair. If you over wash your skin and hair you’ll strip your natural oils away.

A quick shower is better for your skin than daily long baths

I have very fine hair and I used to wash and style mine every second day. I stopped doing that six months ago and only wash my hair once or twice a week now. My hair has never been in such good condition. Reduced use of hot hair dryers and tongs has had a really strengthening effect on my hair too.

A quick shower is better for your skin than daily long baths. It’s good to moisturise your body after bathing. A quick dollop of body cream will keep your skin moisturised. There are loads out there, but E45 cream also does the trick too.

Don’t forget to really wash the bath out well after because the oil can leave a slippy residue

Despite my saying don’t overdo it, there is nothing nicer than a hot bath on a cold night. It’s important to take time to pamper yourself. I add a small lid of baby oil to the water mixed with my bubble bath, the oil works wonders on dry, rough skin. Don’t forget to really wash the bath out well after because the oil can leave a slippy residue.

Pout it out

The lips are particularly prone to dryness, with flaking and chapping leaving them sore and sensitive. Elizabeth Arden’s 8 Hour Cream Protectant at €34 works wonders for healing cracked, dry lips.

It was first created in 1930 to soothe skin and even back then it became an overwhelming success. Most make up artists have a tube of this in their kit box. It’s also excellent if you have dry skin round your nose from blowing it. A good dollop on cracked nails, toes or torn cuticles works a treat.

Revive and rejuvenate

The market is flooded with so many moisturisers that claim to rejuvenate your tired skin, so to help you all keep your skin in tiptop condition during the cold spell I want to share with you a gorgeous product that will do just that. Angela Langford’s skin care range is amazing.

Simply add a few drops of Angela’s soothing Bloom and Glow Radiance Restoring Face Oil onto the palm of your hands and gently smooth the oil on to your face and neck.

Bloom & Glow and Angel Eyes by Angela Langford.

You can also add a few drops of this oil to your moisturiser especially if you have very dehydrated skin.

Angela’s other top-selling beauty treat is Angel Eyes, a cooling, repairing and calming eye oil. Brilliantly this eye oil comes in a handy roll-on applicator for maximum effect. Use morning and night around the eye area. From my own experience this product reduces fine lines and dark circles considerably. Both products can be purchased online and are under €25.

Fabulous facial

To nurture your skin, getting a facial really can help. My little treat to me is having a luxurious facial at my local salon. This gets rid of all the dead cells, replenishes and rejuvenates my face and neck.

I had one last week and my skin looked refreshed and glowing. I try not to wear make up when I’m just pottering around at home on the farm. It’s so important to let your skin breathe. In particular, the day of a facial I don’t wear make up so that the products can really work their magic.

Make yourself up

So ladies, next month I am going to talk about being a bit more daring with your make up and I was thinking of starting up “Easy make up for over 50s” classes/groups around the country, as so many of you lovely readers came up to me at my Ploughing Championship make up demo to ask if I teach makeup. Sounds like fun, so if anyone is interested pleased do drop me a line via email (dollybuckley1@gmail.com) or on Instagram @makeupbydolly.b