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How To Keep Your Dry Skin Hydrated This Winter

Let's face it, dry skin is not cute.

Emily Smith

Jan 16, 2020

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I love the summer. It is the perfect climate for a great tan and hydrated skin. Winter, on the other hand, is not.

In the warmer months, my skin routine is as simple as sunscreen, moisturizer, and water. Come around to the colder months and I find myself in a 20-step skin care routine I found after hours of watching YouTubers tell me what products to use... and STILL waking up to dry, uncomfortable skin.

After multiple trials and errors, wasted money, and face masks, I have found the perfect products to help my dry-skinned girls combat their parched skin this winter.

1. Cleanser

The first step to a perfect skincare routine starts with cleaning EVERYTHING off the skin. Whether this is a morning or night routine, it's important to get any build-up from the day off for a fresh start. To make sure I get a clean start, I use Clinique's Rinse-Off Foaming Cleanser. This never leaves my skin feeling too tight or dry like most cleansers I've used before.

Price: $22

2. Makeup Remover

This is a bonus step in case you have any extra makeup leftover. For my face, I like to use the classic Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes. If you haven't tried this yet, you are seriously missing out. They are the best. Some people experience a reaction to the towelettes, so they offer a version for sensitive skin, too!

Price: $6.49

For my eyes, I like to go in with a cosmetic pad and Clinique's Take The Day Off makeup remover for lids, lashes, and lips. It gets every last bit of makeup and doesn't irritate my eyes.

Price: $19.50

3. Toner

I'm going to be very honest in the fact that I had no idea what toner was or what it did for most of my life. The cool thing about toners is that there are so many different kinds all targeting different problem areas. I use the Thayers Witch Hazel Rose Petal Facial Mist, and it gives my skin the perfect extra cleanse and helps with puffiness and redness!

Price: $10.95

4. Serum

I have tried SO many serums. Like, at least ten different serums. Finally, I have found one that does absolute wonders for my face. The Ordinary's 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil has turned my life upside down. Not only has this product brought so much moisture back to my skin, but the brand, The Ordinary, is amazing! Their products are super cheap, and a lot of the products are vegan. Win-win!

Price: $9.80

5. Eye Cream

My under-eyes are super dark and super baggy. It's not cute. I started using Hey Honey's Look Into My Eyes Retinol & Propolis Eye Mask, and my darkness and bagginess have both went down so much! After only a few uses, I saw a difference and I've been addicted ever since. The texture is super silky and hydrating, but not too heavy where it's noticeable on the skin.

Price: $34.80

6. Moisturizer

The final step in my holy grail skincare is Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+. I mix this with Cosmedix Pure C, which is a Vitamin C powder that helps with anti-aging and collagen production. This combination does wonders for the skin and leaves my dull and dry skin looking glowy and fresh for hours.

Clinique Price: $28

Cosmedix Price: $54 (I got this in a FabFitFun box, but I would definitely buy again. Lasts forever!)

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For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

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How To Keep Your Dry Skin Hydrated This Winter

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2. Makeup Remover

3. Toner

4. Serum

5. Eye Cream

6. Moisturizer

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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