It always seems easier and more of a priority to take care of facial skin, since it's more visible and quicker, as the area to be treated is much smaller. But we all know that taking care of body skin is equally important, and there's no point in spending the whole year putting off exfoliation or moisturizing until tomorrow, only to feel anxious when it's time to show off your legs.
Moreover, with the arrival of winter, we really need to be more careful with our skin. Our skin can become more sensitive due to lower temperatures, excessively hot baths, air conditioning... You may experience peeling skin or a worsening of problems like eczema. Your immune system may become weaker, and your skin may show signs in various ways.
If you're one of those people who always puts things off until tomorrow, this post is your extra reminder to be more consistent! Yes, that's the key to seeing good results in everything. Let's improve your body care routine!
1. Dry brush
Brushing your skin dry is a great way to stimulate blood circulation, which may be less active now that temperatures have dropped. Additionally, it stimulates the lymphatic system and the release of toxins, supporting the body's daily cleansing process. It's great for relieving tired legs and gently exfoliating the skin. You should do this before showering, with dry skin, using this brush .
2. Cooler showers + natural shower gel
While it may feel good, taking a super hot shower every day isn't ideal for our skin. It will leave you more sensitive, dry, and susceptible to irritation – all of which is worsened if you use a soap or shower gel with questionable ingredients, as it can have an abrasive effect on the skin. If you don't have the courage to take a cold shower, lower the water temperature and shorten your shower time (or rinse quickly with cold water at the end) and invest in a natural shower gel .
3. Extra hydration for the skin
In the colder months, hydration is the golden rule, especially if you tend to have very dry skin. Just like you do on your face, you can apply a serum and then a balm, creating an occlusive effect on the skin, retaining hydration for longer. Ideally, shower before bed, generously moisturize your skin with Mar oil and/or Hydrate balm , and then put on your pajamas – a kind of super-nourishing cocoon for your skin :)
4. Natural deodorant
We've talked here on the blog about the importance of using a natural deodorant. It's not just a scent we choose for our bodies – it's an opportunity to put something on our underarms that doesn't block our perspiration, moisturizes the skin, and protects our lymph nodes and breast tissue. Having a natural deodorant for daily use is a huge sign of self-care.