Winter always sneaks up on our skin. One day everything feels balanced, and the next, tight, dull, flaky, and suddenly your go-to products just aren’t cutting it. If you want that healthy, glowy skin to last through the colder months, winterizing your skincare routine is a must.
Here’s my top tips and favorite products and treatments I recommend both at home and in the studio for the most comfortable and beautiful winter skin.
Winter Skin Needs a Shift (Not a Total Overhaul)
Cold weather, dry indoor heat, and wind all compromise your skin barrier. That means your routine needs to be gentler, more hydrating, and a little more intentional. With the heat going inside and the wind blowing outside, i'm a huge fan of humidifers to soften the air and not overstrip the skin.
Gentle but Consistent Exfoliation (Yes, You Still Need It)
One of the biggest winter skincare myths is that you should stop exfoliating altogether. In reality, winter skin needs more regular exfoliation, just done gently.
When dead skin builds up, your products can’t penetrate properly—and that’s when skin starts looking dull, rough, and dehydrated.
My Winter Exfoliation Favorites:
Bioglycolic Cream Cleanser
This cleanser is a winter MVP. It gently exfoliates while cleansing, helping to remove dead skin without stripping your barrier. Your skin feels smooth, refreshed, and ready to absorb the rest of your routine.
Triple Berry Smooth Peel
This is my go-to for brightening and smoothing during the colder months. It uses natural fruit enzymes to exfoliate the skin while also delivering antioxidants (perfect for winter when skin tends to look tired and lackluster.)
NightZyme byJan Marini
Nighttime is when your skin repairs itself, and NightZyme works with that process. It gently resurfaces while you sleep, helping improve texture, tone, and clarity without the harshness of traditional retinoids—making it ideal for winter use.
The key here is consistency over intensity. Gentle exfoliation done regularly keeps your skin smooth, hydrated, and glowing all season long.
Winter Exfoliants
Barrier Repair Is Non‑Negotiable in Winter
If your skin barrier isn’t happy, nothing else will work properly. Winter is the time to double down on hydration, nourishment, and repair.
My Favorite Barrier‑Repair Products:
Hydrinity Restorative HA
This is next-level hydration. It delivers deep, long-lasting moisture while supporting the skin barrier, helping calm dryness and sensitivity that pop up in winter.
SENTE Ultra Nourish Dermal Repair Cream
If your skin is feeling compromised, irritated, or extra dry, this cream is a lifesaver. It helps restore the barrier, improve texture, and lock in hydration without feeling heavy or greasy.
ANFISA An‑Balm
This balm is pure nourishment. It seals in moisture, protects the barrier, and gives skin that soft, healthy glow—especially amazing for dry or compromised winter skin.
Winter Barrier Repair
In‑Studio Treatments That Make a Big Difference
In the studio, winter is the perfect time to focus on skin renewal and correction.
Dermaplaning (Always Included)
I love incorporating dermaplaning during winter to remove excess dead skin and peach fuzz so your products penetrate better and work harder. And don’t worry it’s included in every facial at no extra cost.
Winter = Device Season
This is also the season to go all in on devices and corrective treatments:
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Lasers
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Chemical peels
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Microneedling
Doing these treatments in the winter months allows your skin to heal properly without sun exposure, setting you up for your best summer skin yet.
Think of winter as prep season—what you do now shows up later.
Final Thoughts
Winter skincare isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing things smarter. Gentle exfoliation, serious barrier repair, and strategic in-studio treatments will keep your skin healthy, glowing, and resilient all season long.
If you’re unsure how to adjust your routine or which treatments are best for your skin, I’m always here to guide you. Winter skin doesn’t have to be dull—and with the right approach, it can actually be your glowiest season yet.