IT'S the most wonderful time of year. But it's also the time when our skin takes the biggest hit - with freezing temperatures and party season wreaking havoc. Most of us experience dry, flaky skin as we flip-flop between the bracing cold outside and stuffy, overheated offices.
Yet there are ways to ward off the inevitable - or tackle it if you're already wondering how to pack the moisture back into your pores . Here we share our top tips for getting you through the winter - to ensure glowing skin all-year round. TACKLE THE PROBLEM First up you want to find the root of the problem.
When you see redness, sensitivity, dryness or spots, your skin is trying to tell you it is under attack. Corneotherapy, a science-based approach to skincare, aims to repair the outermost layer of the skin - known as the Stratum Corneum. Dubbed a unique and pioneering approach, the idea is to repair and restore the natural barrier of the skin to help target a wide range of skin concerns from acne to premature wrinkles.
There’s only a few hundred trained ‘Corneotherapists’ in the country - since you have to take extra training to be able to perform it. But it's well worth seeking one out and booking an appointment to get a proper analysis of your skin type. Katie, from The Surrey Skin Clinic , says: "Corneotherapy is a game-changer because it works from the inside out, repairing and strengthening the skin's protective barrier.
"Unlike regular facials that offer short-term results, Corneotherapy .