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Ointments like Vaseline are versatile products for winter.
- Winter's cold weather can be very harsh on our skin, causing dryness, flaking, and irritation.
- When the temperatures start dropping, most of us start changing up our skincare routine in attempts to counter the effects of the chilly air.
- From versatile basics like Aquaphor Healing Ointment to customized serums that target our personal skin concerns, these are the 17 winter skincare essentials we swear by.
When the seasons change, so do our skincare routines. The lotion that keeps your face looking supple in the heat of summer is likely not enough to counter the serious dryness caused by dry winter air. And, while a swipe of ChapStick might keep your lips feeling soft in July, you probably need something thicker come January.
The way our skin looks and feels changes as the environment around us does. It can be frustrating to have to deal with dry, cracked skin and lips every winter - trust me, I've been there. But, with the right products, you can solve many of your winter skin woes. I tend to amp up my relatively lightweight lotions to thick creams during winter, as my skin can get very dry. Since I'm just one person, I decided to poll the rest of my coworkers - a cohort of New Yorkers and cold-weather natives - on what skincare products they rely on to keep their skin feeling fresh through the freezing months.
Keep reading for the 17 cold-weather beauty essentials we swear by during the winter:
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