Thanksgiving is a warm, welcoming holiday that’s full of great food, opportunities to meet up with family and friends and chances to try new recipes. As we move into the winter months, you can show your skin some love with a few basic skin care essentials — and, best of all, certain Turkey Day dishes can provide some skin-boosting benefits that’ll leave both you and your skin feeling well-nourished.
The busiest time of the year is just beginning, so it’s important to continue following basic skin care tips to keep your complexion healthy throughout the hustle and bustle. Let’s first dive into some crucial November skin care tips:
Keep your skin hydrated. When temperatures begin to drop, the air gets drier, pulling moisture from the skin’s lipid barrier and causing dry, flaky skin. That’s what makes hydration so important, especially in the colder months. We recommend a thick moisturizer to soothe, repair and protect your skin.
Use an efficient but gentle cleanser. No matter the season, cleansing your skin is instrumental in keeping your complexion healthy and glowing. Opt for a gentle cleanser that refreshes your skin and supports a healthy skin barrier without stripping it of moisture.
Continue wearing sunscreen. Even though the weather might be colder, it’s important to remember that the UV index doesn’t necessarily correlate to temperature. Your skin can still be vulnerable to UV rays, which can penetrate windows and cloud cover. Lip balms and moisturizers containing SPF can help you easily add sun protection to your skin care routine.
Eat well this Thanksgiving. While having a big feast with loved ones is the reason for the season, you may not realize just how helpful certain Thanksgiving Day staples can be for your skin!
- Turkey boasts high levels of zinc, a trace mineral that plays an important role in the production of collagen. Collagen growth promotes skin elasticity to help you retain a youthful complexion. Plus, turkey is rich in niacin, which has been shown to improve the skin’s cellular function and help skin cells retain moisture.
- Cranberries contain plenty of vitamin C, which protects collagen from free-radical damage that can break down important proteins. Cranberries also keep inflammation — which contributes to premature aging — at bay thanks to its anti-inflammatory phytonutrients.
- Sweet potatoes are chock full of beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin A, which promote the growth of new, healthy skin cells and aid in the production of collagen and elastin.
- Pumpkin is rich in enzymes alpha-hydroxy acids, both of which help increase cell turnover and, in turn, support vibrant, youthful skin. Its antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties can help stave off premature aging.
- Spinach contains a host of important antioxidants like iron, folate, vitamin E, vitamin A and magnesium to protect against a number of skin problems while hydrating the skin and even promoting collagen production.
Ready to discover even more ways to keep your skin in great shape this holiday season? Call (315) 545-5452 or request a consultation online today.
