{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"1FQDMKjCjj45KT3I3tfd1T","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"You swap out your tees for sweaters when the weather gets colder. Why wouldn’t you do the same for your skin? Harsh winter conditions call for the dermatological equivalent of cashmere — gentle, protective, and deeply moisturizing. To learn more about the best winter skincare products, I spoke with two experts: ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/drloretta.com/pages/dr-loretta-team__;!!Ivohdkk!y_yE5FXLupWzYbQ4wlpNm03x0dV5XuHlf-P1q8EuSSFGwrYT6Wa_XHzVhS2LQJU8FOw$"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Loretta Ciraldo, MD FAAD","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":", a Miami-based board certified dermatologist and founder of ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://drloretta.com/"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Dr. Loretta skincare","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"; and ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.drhadleyking.com/"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Hadley King, MD","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":", a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"What happens to our skin in winter?","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-2"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"First, let’s get clear on why tweaking your skincare routine in winter is so important.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"“Skin tends to be driest in the winter because cold temperatures, low humidity and brisk winds, along with dry heat from heaters, can really dry out our skin because more moisture is lost into the air in these conditions,” Dr. King shares. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Dr. Loretta adds that in winter, “our skin produces less healthy, moisture-trapping skin oils, referred to as lipids and ceramides.” In short, our skin needs a little extra boost to function properly. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"What to look for in winter skincare products","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"heading-2"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"According to the derms, a well-rounded winter skincare routine should incorporate three key ingredient classes: humectants, emollients, and occlusives.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"Humectants: ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"“Humectants are able to hold many times their weight in water to hydrate, smooth and even plump up the skin surface. Some of the most effective humectants are glycerin, hyaluronic acid, panthenol (vitamin B5), vitamin E, and aloe vera,” Dr. Loretta explains.","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":" ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"}],"nodeType":"list-item"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"Emollients: ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"This type of ingredient “supports the skin barrier,” Dr. King says, which can become compromised in harsh conditions like plunging temperatures, high winds, and overactive indoor heating. Common examples include ceramides and squalane.","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"}],"nodeType":"list-item"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[{"type":"bold"}],"value":"Occlusives: ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"“These are oils and waxes that form an inert layer on the skin and physically block transepidermal water loss,” says Dr. King. In other words, they keep moisture locked in. “Examples include petrolatum, beeswax, mineral oil, silicones, lanolin, and zinc oxide.”","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"}],"nodeType":"list-item"}],"nodeType":"unordered-list"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Together, these ingredient types not only add hydration, but they also work to “support the skin barrier and lock in moisture to keep it from being lost into the air,” according to Dr. King. ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"Now that you're basically a dermatologist, let's shop. Mix and match these products to curate a routine that’s guaranteed to be nice to your skin in the coldest, darkest months of the year. Psst…don’t forget to top it all off with your ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.theskimm.com/shopping/sunscreen-101-what-to-know-what-to-buy-and-how-to-use-it"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"sunscreen of choice","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":". ","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"5CtkAEsOmFDKGw7DEZ1lZk","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"223RJ6JiBMjOMWvy1Max9H","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"6XHaxXqao1AaTRr6J3aU8m","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"58BPXeVnJ20MoNu6wUKFiR","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"79k2geJmRbr9JZHieWmiGZ","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"696qgG3c7X65VQBuh2v7IK","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"1BUavm6E5OtmUDQI8gzVax","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"2WlffnQqhVBplqoBq4SfD0","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"2tPm7YnrtWeu901DCv6zOf","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"EsOd1QXOSknfE01QwJiLW","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"40e569Bi3JAlE3KiYKaol0","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"2pEhyePqWDcHOpnCw5RvYU","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"2dzG0CVRhq9Mr6JhMRGrb7","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"5b4qwVVnC5wAMSxxngCu7D","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"4PwF2XnXRYFItpfXxeUsAR","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{"target":{"sys":{"id":"THSukESve7ZWbT2nvPNbn","type":"Link","linkType":"Entry"}}},"content":[],"nodeType":"embedded-entry-block"},{"data":{},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"paragraph"}],"nodeType":"document"}