It’s that time again: when cold weather threatens to undo all the hard work we’ve put into achieving soft, supple skin. But we can keep those gains—and increase them—by replacing the lighter creams, soaps and lotions of summer with the workhorses of winter. Be diligent: deep cleanse the face, keep hand cream in your purse, moisturize the body after every shower and use only shea butter soaps.
[lift and support]
Natura Bissé Diamond Retinol Eye Serum
When it comes to the eyes, especially, turn to a brand you trust. Natura Bissé, from Barcelona, uses known anti-aging components like retinol, collagen amino acids and vitamin A to hydrate this most-sensitive of features.
$275 at Neiman Marcus and other fine stores
[a deeper clean]
Foreo Luna Sonic Cleaning
Singled out by Elle Sweden for a 2014 Beauty Award, this device, similar to Clarisonic, promises to help you shed that unhealthy outer layer of skin. With regular use, your face will be smoother, softer and recapture the healthy glow of youth.
$200 at Neiman Marcus and Soft Surroundings
[helping hands]
Kind Soap Co. Shea Luxe Hand Creme
Not only is this cream, from local company Kind in Webster Groves, softening, but it also smells divine. Infused with vanilla, shea butter and essential oils, it will be your new best friend.
$14 at Kind, in Webster Groves and Whole Foods
[body beautiful]
Clé de Peau Body Cream
This luxurious body cream is lightly scented, so it won’t overpower you with aroma, but it will prevent that dry, itchy feeling the cold weather can create.
$150 at cledepeaubeaute.com
[it starts with soap]
Kind Soap Co. Hand & Body Repair
We might moisturize a couple of times a day, but we probably wash our hands at least a dozen. All the more reason to be careful about soap, especially in winter. With essential oils like coconut, olive, sol and sunflower, this one calls itself “the natural remedy for chapped & cracked skin.”
$7.50 at Kind in Webster Groves and Whole Foods
Photo: Bill Barrett