Focus on hydration and pH balance

“Hydration is key to maintaining a healthy skin barrier.  Apply moisturiser every day before adding SPF and minimise the use of active ingredients, ” says Coleman.

“It’s also important to maintain the skin’s natural pH balance to avoid inflammation, irritation and dryness.  Avoid products containing sulphates, which are particularly drying and may exacerbate the problem.”

Go for rich creams and oils

While you don’t necessarily need to add loads of crazy products to your skincare routine, you do need to make sure you’re buying the correct ones.

“The best moisturisers for winter are rich creams that hydrate and balance the skin’s biome – the bacteria that live on the skin and keep it healthy,” Coleman advises. 

“Products containing butters or oils – as well as arnica, which helps soothe, hydrate and moisturise – are ideal.”

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