Prepare Your Skin For Winter - Big Y® World Class Market®

For those spending a lot of time outdoors this winter, we've put together a quick checklist so you can safeguard your skin from the cold weather.

Drink Plenty of Water - air travel and outdoor exercise can quickly dehydrate the body, so drinking water is essential to keeping the body's organs functioning optimally. Drinking 6-8 glasses a day is recommended.
Use skin moisturizers and protectants - protect your skin by using a moisturizer to seal moisture in. You can use a household basic like petroleum jelly to form a barrier between your skin and the elements.
Wear sunscreen SPF 15+ (broad spectrum) - use sunscreen on exposed skin especially when in snow, on ice or at high altitudes - all intensify the power and skin damage of UV rays. Don't forget to protect your lips too!
Wear Sunglasses - the glare of sun off snow causes an increased UV threat to eyes so choose sunglasses that block 100% of UV rays and wear them at all times, whether you're driving or skiing.
Reduce the number of warm baths - hot water strips skin of natural oils and can be extremely drying to the skin so limit the number of hot baths and showers you take.
Wear breathable fabrics - look for fabrics that "breathe" to help keep sweat and moisture away from skin, since 90% of clothes insulating effectiveness is lost when clothes get wet.