Let’s Get Serious About Hydration

Sure, Halloween was great, Thanksgiving is on the horizon and Christmas and New Years are trailing behind with an onslaught of fun to be had! This time of year, brings a lot of ‘cheer’, but it also welcomes seasonal skin changes and the dreaded Winter skin fear…

Don’t worry, a few simple steps can keep your skin looking and feeling fresh amid the dropping temperatures and the dry indoor heat the chilly months bring. Luckily, we still have time to get serious about hydration and promise these few simple steps will keep your skin glowing, plump and hydrated, even after sipping on New Year’s Eve bubbles!

Step #1: Set the Vibe

During the Winter months we experience dropping temperatures, snow, cold winds, and dry indoor heat - not the best for our precious skin! Aside from skincare (which we will talk about later) it’s important to set your home and body up for success, to stay hydrated. This means extra water, both in and around your body!

Make sure to stay EXTRA hydrated as whatever you put into your body will be reflected on the outside (good or bad!), we all drink and eat a little more than usual during the holidays, so a little boost of H2O intake won’t hurt us! If you live in a dry or cold environment, we also recommend a humidifier, something small and cheap (thanks Amazon) does wonders.

Our creative director, Lori Leib keeps one next to her bed and in her office, after spending a couple years in New York she adopted this habit, and her skin has thanked her! Like we mentioned before, you are what you eat...so when you are not treating yourself with holiday goodies and drinks, be mindful about what you’re putting in your body! Bring on the leafy greens!

Step #2: Say Buh-Bye to Dead Skin

It’s time to shed our summer skin, the layers of sunscreen, ocean water and faux tan have got to go. A light exfoliation of the skin will allow for serums, moisturizers and oils to penetrate the skin, providing deeper levels of hydration.

Buff off all the dead skin with our BodyographySKIN Microdermabrasion Scrub , we love using this product in the shower! Get all the benefits of a professional microdermabrasion treatment from the comfort of your home. Our incredible resurfacing and revitalizing Microdermabrasion Scrub utilizes naturally occurring mineral crystals from the Dead Sea. Vitamin A, Olive Oil, and Peppermint heal signs of aging while conditioning and soothing the skin.

Once skin is accustomed to the Microdermabrasion Scrub, usage may be increased to three times a week. Those with sensitive skin should use Microdermabrasion Scrub no more than once a week. Your skin will be seriously glowing and ready for hydrating serums after use.

If you are not someone who likes a physical exfoliant, our Brightening and Balancing Toner will restore skin's natural moisture and improve texture with the help of powerful Glycolic Acid. Glycolic Acid exfoliates dead skin cells and dark pigment increasing Collagen and Elastin to reveal plump, firm, hydrated skin.

Step #3: Boost Hydration

To prevent free radical damage and boost anti-aging hydration, serums are your best friends, and can be used all year round - no matter the climate.

Our intense, anti-aging Overnight Serum delivers a concentrated boost of collagen that works overnight to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. This Overnight Serum contains a high percentage of Bamboo and Pea Extract as well as Glucosamine HCI to fight off free radicals and prevent new wrinkles from forming while promoting skin renewal. When used nightly, Overnight Serum will diminish the visual signs of aging and give your skin the necessary nutrients to look revitalized when you wake.

If you’re looking for a gentler serum that can be used day and night, try our light and soothing Coconut Milk Serum! This serum is infused with hydrating, potassium-rich coconut milk and a radiance blend to stimulate circulation and oxygenation for brighter, more translucent skin. Excellent for dull, devitalized, aging skin. Enriched with an age rejuvenating peptide clinically proven to produce and increase skin's elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. This peptide is enhanced with Goji Berry Extract, an antioxidant which energizes its potency. Vitamins A, C & E nourish the skin and Argan and Jojoba oil hydrate and enhance skin’s natural texture.

Step #4: Get Rich

It’s time to lock in a rich nighttime routine, which starts with a luxurious moisturizer. We don’t love the word heavy, but in this case a ‘heavy’ moisturizer filled with healthy fats and ceramides, is what your skin needs to maintain a strong skin barrier, which often breaks down in the winter. Lock in your serums and treat your skin to ultra-hydration and nourishment with our Night Treatment.

Give your skin increased firmness and tone, and an overall smoother appearance! Our elegant Night Treatment locks in moisture as it combats the appearance of pre-existing and future lines and wrinkles. Among the active ingredients are Peptides, Wild Yam, and Phospholipids that nourish the skin while promoting collagen to improve skin’s quality and appearance over time.

For an added hydration boosting treatment our Hydrating Mask is formulated with age-defying antioxidant fruit and plant extracts, this remarkably active mask hydrates skin while improving texture and reducing dryness and fine lines. Antioxidants like Watermelon, Green Tea, and Apple Fruit Extract give your skin a healthy boost and a beautiful natural glow. With continued use, this mask will leave skin plump, soft, hydrated, and ready to face the day.

Just 1-3 times a week will make a world of difference for your skin and once you have tried the mask a few times you can even wear it overnight!