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Dry winter skin can take all the fun out of the coziest time of the year. We want our skin to feel soft and supple, not tight and itchy! Between the icy chill outside and the indoor heaters at home, these colder months can feel like a constant battle against dryness.
That’s why having the right winter skincare essentials is everything.
If you needed another sign to ditch your harsh products for good, let this be it. We’re sharing the perfect winter skincare routine to help you stay soft and hydrated all season long—featuring must-haves from our brand-new Snow Day Favorites bundle.
Dry skin doesn’t stand a chance!
Why Is Winter So Hard on Our Skin?!
When the temperatures drop, your skin is usually the first to notice. Winter air doesn’t hold much moisture, so every time you step outside, the cold pulls hydration from your skin. Then you go inside, crank up the heat, and your skin never gets a break from the stress.
Hot showers, holiday stress, and harsh “apple pie” scented products can make things worse. These all strip away the natural oils your skin depends on to stay calm and comfortable. That’s when the flaking, itchiness, cracked hands, and tightness start sneaking up on you.
Your skin’s barrier is doing its best to protect you, but winter makes the job a lot tougher. If you want to trade irritated, dry winter skin for a healthy glow, you need to support it with nourishing ingredients. Enter: a thoughtful, nontoxic winter skincare routine.
Our Go-To Winter Skincare Routine for Silky Smooth Skin
Dry skin thrives when you pair hydration with gentle exfoliation and barrier support. This simple winter skincare routine helps you stay smooth and comfortable, even through snow storms and heater blasts.
And the best part? It does all that with clean, nontoxic products that build your skin up instead of stripping it down—like the ones in our new Snow Day Favorites bundle.
Step 1: Warm Bath to Restore Hydration
A warm bath is exactly what your skin needs in winter, both for comfort and to replenish moisture. When you soak in a bath infused with nutrient-rich ingredients like goat milk, your skin gets a boost of natural fats and vitamins that help calm irritation.
Try a clean, hydrating soak like Bend’s Peppermint Milk Bath to make this step as beneficial as it is relaxing.
Step 2: Gentle Exfoliation to Smooth Dry Skin
Dry winter skin builds up quickly, which can leave your complexion feeling bumpy and dull. Gently exfoliating once or twice a week helps remove flaky patches so moisture can penetrate better.
Go for a sugar-based scrub that polishes without scratching—Bend’s Mint Mocha Coffee Scrub does the job while nourishing the skin barrier at the same time.
Step 3: Show Your Feet Some Love
Your feet take a beating in cold weather. Think about it: thick socks, constant boot-wearing, and dry indoor air—they all contribute to cracking and rough heels. A quick foot scrub supports circulation and helps strengthen the skin barrier where you need it most.
Bend’s Chai Tea Sugar Scrub combines exfoliation and hydration for the kind of foot care you deserve.
Step 4: Nourish & Seal in Moisture
The moment you step out of the bath or shower, moisture starts to evaporate. That’s why we apply lotion while our skin is still slightly damp to help lock in hydration! This is key during the winter season when your barrier needs extra support.
Look for a body lotion rich in oils and goat milk like Bend’s Peppermint Goat Milk Lotion to keep your skin smooth and comfortable all day.
Step 5: Protect Your Lips
Your lips dry out faster than the rest of your skin because they don’t produce oil. Look for a natural wax- and oil-based lip balm to give your lips a protective layer against wind, cold, and chapping.
We’re obsessed with how soft and hydrated Bend’s Peppermint Lip Butter makes our lips feel this time of year!
The Winter Skincare Essentials You Didn’t Know You Needed
You could grab each product separately, but when you’re already juggling holiday prep on top of everything else, why not make it simple? Bend’s new Snow Day Favorites bundle has all the products you need to make our cozy winter skincare routine your new favorite ritual.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Peppermint Milk Bath
- Mint Mocha Sugar Scrub
- Winter Woods Soap Bar
- Peppermint Goat Milk Lotion
- Peppermint Lip Butter
These are seasonal bestsellers for a reason! Bend’s Peppermint, Mint Mocha, and Winter Woods scents feel oh-so-festive without any harmful dyes or synthetic fragrances, with the same healing powers all our products are known for.
But wait…what’s a skincare ritual without the perfect cozy candle to go with it? Don’t worry, we thought about that too. Each bundle includes a free holiday-scented candle from The Farmhouse Candles.
This scent brings us right back to holiday seasons in our hometown, so we hope you love it as much as we do! As for the company—they’re our IRL cousins, so you can trust that they share our values and commitment to nontoxic living. We recommend getting your hands on a bundle (or two to share the love!) before they sell out…which they tend to.
Don’t Forget to Take Care of You This Season
The holidays have a way of pulling us in every direction. We’re decorating, shopping, cooking, hosting, cleaning, and keeping up with our kids’ schedules. Somewhere in the middle of all that, it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself, too. But when you’re running on empty, it shows.
Not only that, but your skin feels it first. That’s why we love simple, nurturing routines that help us slow down and breathe for a bit. Lighting a candle and soaking in a peppermint bath, or rubbing velvety lotion on your feet after a long day? These moments do more than nourish your skin.
They ground you in the quiet moments that make winter feel special. This season, let your skincare routine double as a little ritual of rest and relaxation. A reminder that you deserve to feel calm and cared for—even when life feels extra busy.
6 Crunchy Winter Skin Survival Tips
Even with the best products and a solid routine, winter can still challenge your skin. Between late-night holiday parties and weather that can’t make up its mind, consistency is crucial. But don’t worry, your crunchy BFF (that’s us) is here to help.
These winter skincare tips are easy to add into your routine and will help your skin stay happy through every snowfall. Here’s what we recommend:
- Moisturize right after bathing. Damp skin helps ingredients absorb better, sealing in hydration when your barrier needs it the most.
- Swap hot showers for warm or lukewarm ones. Hot water strips your skin’s natural oils quickly, which can make dryness and irritation worse later.
- Avoid artificial fragrances and dyes. Dry skin becomes more reactive, so eliminating harsh irritants will help prevent redness and itching.
- Stay hydrated from the inside, too. Drinking water supports your skin’s natural hydration and makes topical products more effective.
- Exfoliate, but don’t overdo it. Once or twice a week is enough to remove buildup without over-sensitizing your skin or damaging the barrier.
- Add moisture to your indoor air. A small humidifier in your bedroom or living room can help combat the dryness caused by indoor heating.
Treat Yourself to Snow Day-Approved Skincare
Winter can be one of the most joyful times of year…until dry skin tries to steal the spotlight. Building a winter skincare routine with ingredients that nourish and protect your barrier helps your skin stay soft through every morning jog and holiday celebration.
Our Snow Day Favorites were intentionally crafted with everything you need to turn caring for your skin into a cozy, restorative ritual. It’s the perfect way to treat yourself to lasting hydration or surprise a friend with a thoughtful gift that screams ‘holiday comfort.’
Dry winter skin doesn’t get to decide how you feel this season, okay? With the right skincare essentials, you can enjoy every snow day and quiet night at home with skin that feels as soft as your favorite throw blanket.
Shop our Snow Day Favorites before they sell out!
