Skin care is a key part in the perfect makeup look. Without a great base to work on the makeup can look cakey, patchy or oily, no matter the expensive products or professional application. 

During the winter period with the icy temperatures, strong winds and central heating, it is no surprise that our skin is crying out for some hydration. 

Some of my essentials to fight the winter elements and keep your skin hydrated and protected from the cold weather are as follows:

Dr Paw Paw lip balm 

An essential to have in your hand bags, coat pockets and in the bedside table. 

There’s nothing worse than dry cracked lips when applying your favourite Christmas red lippy.

Weleda Skin Food

A cheap and cheerful option to many more expensive moisturisers on the market. 

They have a light option which I recommend under makeup. It’s a lovely base but not too heavy to disrupt the makeup. 

For a night time injection of hydration their original formula is brilliant. Apply this generously before bed and wake up with hydrated plump skin ready for the day.

Bioderma 50 spf

Although it may be grey, dreary and pitch black mid afternoon that is no reason to stop using your SPF. 

Bioderma is an amazing brand and really focuses on the science of skincare. This spf unlike many does not have a sticky residue and is also moisturising. Which is perfect under makeup. 

Keep slapping on that spf girls! 75% of ageing is from UV rays. 

Glossier Future Dew

If you are more of a serum user, this is an absolute must have. 

Super hydrating but no oily finish! 

Great for all skin types and super gentle on the skin for anyone with more sensitive skin. 

I hope this keeps those cracked lips and dry skin at bay. 

Merry Christmas and hopefully see you all for glam next year.