Did you know our skin changes from season to season? In the winter many of us experience flares from dry skin conditions, such as eczema, milia, dermatitis, psoriasis, KP (keratosis pilaris), rosacea, dandruff, lupus flares or even simply drier than normal skin. There are multiple reasons winter can cause flares. We’re gonna run thru them all today diving into the science of skin and supporting the skin barrier for dry winter skin: Less sun: Vitamin D absorption thru sunlight is essential for skin and overall health. Ever notice how you’re always glowing after a day at the beach?! Less optimal nutrition: from Halloween to New Years many of us consume more sugar than usual. This can change our gut’s microbiome, hormones, and trigger inflammation. It’s dry and cold! This can cause your skin’s own protective system to break down. I wanted to take a deep dive into the issues many of us face from the dry, cold winter. If you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me or comment below, because I guarantee you’re not the only one! If you want to learn even more, I have a great podcast that goes into detail on the science of […]
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