Winter Skincare Routine: Expert Tips + Product Picks

When winter rolls in with its crisp air and chilly winds, your skin often ends up paying the price. That summer glow? Quickly replaced by dryness, flakiness, and irritation. But don’t worry. Your skin doesn’t have to suffer through the season. With the right winter skincare routine tailored to your skin type, you can keep your skin soft, hydrated, and healthy even on the coldest days.

Ready to winter-proof your skincare? Let’s dive into what your skin really needs this season plus expert tips, and natural product picks you’ll love.

Why Winter Skincare Needs a Different Approach

Winter air is dry, harsh, and unforgiving and so is indoor heating. Your skin loses moisture faster, making it feel tight, flaky, and dull. This is why your usual skincare routine just won’t cut it. A winter skincare routine focuses on:

• Locking in moisture
• Strengthening your skin barrier
• Using gentle, nourishing ingredients
• Avoiding harsh exfoliants or drying formulas

How Your Skin Type Reacts to Winter (And What to Do About It)

Dry Skin

Winter can be especially harsh on dry skin, making it feel tight, flaky, and itchy. To prevent moisture loss, opt for rich moisturisers with ceramides or shea butter, and use a non-foaming cleanser that won’t strip your skin’s natural oils.

Oily Skin

Even oily skin can feel dehydrated in winter, which may trigger excess oil production. Switch to a gentle, sulphate-free cleanser and hydrate with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser rich in humectants like hyaluronic acid.

Combination Skin

With a dry cheek zone and an oily T-zone, combination skin needs tailored care. Use a balanced cleanser and layer your products. Apply heavier creams to dry areas and lightweight formulas on oily parts.

Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin becomes more reactive in cold weather, with redness, irritation, and stinging sensations. Stick to fragrance-free, alcohol-free formulas, and focus on soothing ingredients like oat extract, chamomile, or aloe vera.

Best Winter Skincare Products to Try Now

Winter demands more than just a basic cleanser and lotion, it needs a skincare upgrade. From head to toe, your skin deserves the extra nourishment that only the right products can deliver. Here are the best winter skincare essentials from Vilvah to keep your skin soft, hydrated, and glowing all season long.

1. Ultra Moisturising Face Cream

Best for: Dry, flaky, or sensitive skin
This rich, velvety cream is a winter must-have. Packed with hydrating ingredients like goji berry extract and plant-based squalane, it deeply nourishes without clogging pores. Ideal for locking in moisture during cold, dry months.

2. Moisturising Body Wash - Goat Milk & Vanilla

Best for: Gentle, everyday cleansing
Infused with goat milk and vanilla extract, this creamy body wash cleanses without stripping your skin’s natural oils. It is the perfect switch from drying soaps during winter.

3. Milk Body Lotion

Best for: All skin types needing intense hydration
A winter classic! This body lotion contains oat milk, skin-mimicking ceramides, and olive squalane to keep your skin soft and protected throughout the day. Apply it right after your shower for best results.

4. Skin Hydration Combo

Best for: Complete winter hydration
This combo includes a hydrating milk face serum and milk face toner - a powerful duo to combat winter dryness. Ideal for anyone looking to simplify their winter routine while covering all bases.

5. Lip Care

Best for: Dry, chapped, pigmented lips
Your lips need love too! Cold winds and dry air can leave your lips cracked and uncomfortable. Whether you need intense overnight repair or daily sun protection, this collection has the perfect balm and scrub to keep your lips soft, smooth, and winter-ready.

6. Classic Goatmilk Soap

Best for: Sensitive and dry skin types
This gentle soap bar is enriched with goat milk, known for its skin-soothing and moisturising properties. A perfect winter alternative to regular soaps that often dry out your skin.

7. Face Wash Collection

Best for: Customising your winter cleanse
Whether you have oily, dry, or sensitive skin, Vilvah’s face wash range offers gentle, non-stripping options that respect your skin barrier just what you need for winter cleansing.

Check out the full Winter Care Collection from Vilvah curated to keep your skin glowing even on the coldest days.

Common Skincare Mistakes to Avoid During Winter

Winter skincare isn’t just about adding more products, it’s about doing the right things. Even a few small missteps can lead to dullness, dryness, and irritation. Avoid these common mistakes to keep your glow all season long.

• Using hot water: It strips natural oils. Stick to lukewarm water.
• Skipping moisturiser: Always moisturise right after cleansing.
• No sunscreen: UV rays don’t take winter off. Wear SPF daily.
• Over-exfoliating: Once a week is enough. Be gentle!
• Harsh cleansers: Say no to foaming, drying face washes.
• Ignoring lips & hands: Use lip balm and body lotion daily.
• Not drinking enough water: Hydrated skin starts from within.

Say Goodbye to Winter Skin Woes

The key? Listen to your skin, pick products that suit your type, and stay consistent to avoid dryness, irritation, and flakiness. Whether it’s a rich face cream, a nourishing lip balm, or a hydrating body wash - each step counts.

Build your winter routine with nature-powered products from Vilvah Store online and let your skin glow all season long.