Central heating and biting winds play havoc with your skin. Here’s how to regain a winter glow

Layering; not just used to describe a sartorial function, it also serves a skincare purpose. Cosset your complexion with soothing seasonal allies to ensure those pink cheeks were purposely applied, with blusher. Introducing your new skincare wardrobe, and remember the goal is streamlined not bulk. The thermal vest - serum Step ones involves the most potent product, serum. Billed as a natural alternative to Botox, owing to its peptide-aiding ability to make cells behave, REN Keep Young and Beautiful Firming and Smoothing Serum, €54, hydrates just as well as it handles fine lines. Apply the active solution to clean, dry skin for a transparent, fast absorbing, yet fully functioning support. The cable knit sweater – facial oil Facial oil is second in command, and an obvious choice for protection. We’re all familiar with the revival of rosehip but Pai Skincare has raised the bar even higher by harnessing the nourishing powers of the entire fruit. Rosehip Bioregenerate Fruit & Seed Oil, €28, resembles a carrot-y hue, thanks to its Vitamin A rich composition; it’s like feeding your face at the farmers market.

 

The hooded puffa – moisturiser To ensure your good work up to this point is maintained, insulation is key. Seal in all the goodness with a delicate but hard hitting moisturiser. Eau Thermale Avène Hydrance Optimale UV Rich SPF 20 Protective Hydrating Cream, €24.99, melts into, and comforts, even the most sensitive skin, plus it contains a sun factor, yes, it’s still important in this weather.