Winter skin

As winter approaches, I find my skin becomes much drier than in summer and requires extra moisturiser. I also find my skin becomes slighly irritated, particuarly on my back after I had an allergic reaction to massage oil a few years ago when having physiotherapy. I had a massage recently at work and the therapist recommended trying Aloe Vera on my body to ensure my skin isn’t irritated as it is now very sensitive. The therapist also recommended cutting down on caffiene as well, which I have done dramatically during the day at work.

I also started using Herbal Aloe Soothing Spray from Herbalife on my body after a shower and as a moisture top up. Made from whole-leaf aloe, it helps soothe the discomforts of sun overexposure (not really required not but will use for this next summer!) and minor skin irritations. If you are lazy or don’t like heavy moisturisers this is perfect for you as it takes seconds to spray on your body, plus it is very light and easily absorbed. You also get a lot for your money, £11 for a large bottle. I am pleased to say since using the spray and cutting out caffeine I have definitely reduced my skin irritations, so will continue to use to ensure it stays this way.

Does anyone else have any tips for looking after skin in the winter?

Dry skin sufferers try Neutrogena Multi-Repair cream!

Just a quick post to tell you about a cream my boyfriend has been using the past few weeks for his dry skin and now swears by it! It is from Neutrogena and called Multi-Repair cream, which can be used on the face or the body – anywhere you have dry skin really! It has been developed specifically for extremely dry or irritated skin, and is perfect for this time of year when you start turning the heating on *cries* and you can use it on your face, too. Unlike most dry skin creams, the formula is lightweight and doesn't feel at all heavy on the skin and rubs in easily (I can't stand thick creams!) It's also completely fragrance free so perfect for people with sensitive skin. It costs under £5 as well which is great. What other creams have you used for dry skin that my boyfriend could try?

Soap and Glory away winter skin!

How COLD is the weather right now!! It's been so freezing that all I want to do is to wear 100 jumpers and stay in bed! Well, if you need warming up Soap and Glory have a great body softening thermal scrub "Some Like it Hot"(£7.50) with two-sugars, macadamia oil, vanilla seeds, calendula oil, white sand grains and self-activating Therminerals. It seriously warms you up and helps to smooth and soften skin. After using in the shower, follow up with Soap and Glory Body Butter which smells gorgeous. If this doesn't warm you up then nothing will! Bring on summer..please!

Ruby Red Cosmetics

At this time of the year skin needs major moisturisation and Ruby Red’s organic shea butter (£10.99) is great for tackling dryness on-the-go. Using only one ingredient – 100% pure organic shea butter from Ghana, it naturally nourishes and relieves winter conditions from chapped lips and dry hands to wind-burnt cheeks. There’s no aroma, nothing added and is suitable for even the most sensitive of skin. It’s also great to take with you in your handbag for a hydration boost – fabulous! Buy Ruby Red online at www.rubyredcosmetics.co.uk or at or at Harvey Nichols, Planet Organic and selected high street retailers.