Winter Skin Survival Guide: 5 Essentials to Beat the Chill
Posted by Stephen Beath on 15th May 2025
Winter is brutal on skin. Between icy winds, indoor heaters, and dry air, your face can end up feeling tight, flaky, and just... over it. The good news? A few smart swaps in your routine can make a massive difference.
We’ve pulled together five of our favourite winter skincare must-haves — all packed with hydrating, soothing and barrier-repairing ingredients. Think of this as your Winter Survival Kit, designed to help you glow through the gloom.
? 1. APLB PDRN Vitamin C Facial Moisturiser Cream 55ml
Hydrate + Brighten
If your skin is looking a little grey and feeling a lot tight, this is your go-to winter moisturiser. It combines PDRN (a powerful regenerative compound) with Vitamin C to deeply hydrate and visibly brighten the skin.
Use it morning and night after serum to lock in moisture, protect your barrier, and fight off dullness.
? 2. Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Intensive Ampoule 50ml
Soothe + Strengthen
Winter can wreak havoc on your skin barrier — and that’s where this ampoule comes in. Packed with Centella Asiatica extract, it helps calm irritation, reduce redness, and speed up healing.
It’s silky, soothing, and ideal for layering under your moisturiser when your skin is feeling extra sensitive or stressed from the cold.
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? 3. Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel 100ml
Cleanse + Hydrate
Cleansers can make or break your winter skincare routine. This one is a dream for dry or sensitive skin. It’s pH-balanced, non-stripping, and formulated with fermented black rice and hyaluronic acid — meaning it gently removes makeup and impurities while hydrating your skin.
Use as your morning or second cleanse to start fresh without the tightness.
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? 4. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Mini Besties Duo
Multi-Purpose Moisture
This cult classic does it all — dry lips, cracked knuckles, flaky patches, windburn… sorted. The Eight Hour Cream is a must for winter, and this mini duo means you can keep one at home and one in your bag.
Pro tip: dab a little over cheekbones for a natural, dewy winter glow.
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?️ 5. APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Eye Cream
Brighten + De-Puff
Cold mornings + dry air = tired-looking eyes. This eye cream blends glutathione (a brightening antioxidant) with niacinamide to hydrate, reduce puffiness, and smooth the under-eye area. Lightweight, nourishing, and perfect under makeup.
Gently pat it in with your ring finger — no rubbing!
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☕ Final Thoughts
Winter skincare is all about protection, hydration, and keeping your barrier happy. Whether your skin’s feeling dry, dull or just a bit off — these 5 essentials will help bring it back to life.
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