How to beat the January Skin Blues

Everyone gets the January blues: the Christmas decorations have come down, everyone is heading back to work, and your social timelines are filled with the lean and fit getting their sweat on in the gym. All of while most of us are just proud of ourselves if we manage to crawl out of bed and into the cold, crisp air to get to work on time! 

So, let’s face it, January (and honestly winter in general) is a challenge. However, what if it didn’t have to be this way? Or, at least, what if looking - and feeling - a little more refreshed in the colder weather was a lot simpler?

Fortunately for you, the team here at Sculpted have your back. With just a few adjustments, some innovations, and a dash of can-do attitude, you can breeze through winter looking fresh as a daisy. The secret? Bring on the winter skincare and makeup.

Our favourite winter skin secrets

We know just how to put some pep in your step and some colour on your cheeks. Keep reading to find our top tips and advice for fresh-feeling, rosy-looking winter skin…

Hydration is everything

Dry winter skin is incredibly common, as the cold weather plays havoc with your complexion. Strong winds, temperature changes, and indoor heating all combine to dry out your skin. To counteract this, you should look for extra-hydrating products this season to keep your skin feeling soft and supple.

Our secret? CloudCream™, forever and always. This ultra-hydrating moisturiser is perfect for all skin-types looking for a moisture boost this winter. Packed with Ceramides, Shea Butter, and Hyaluronic Acid, the formula is expertly designed to draw moisture into the skin – and most importantly, keep it there.

Start with the right base

With constantly going from hot to cold as you move between your home and the arctic outdoors, not to mention the UV rays that are ever present (yes, even in January and February), winter is not the kindest season for your skin.

In these times of need, you require an ultra-hydrating formula to combat dry, dull, and sore skin - and some SPF wouldn’t go amiss. And of course, wouldn’t it be amazing if it made you look fab as well? Well, then you need look no further than our Beauty Base Primer Collection. This 3-in-1 primer not only helps make your makeup last longer, but it also protects your skin with SPF30. For gorgeous, glowing winter skin, choose from our three variations:

• Original: leaves a gorgeous golden glow.

• Pearl: the most subtle of the three, get a soft, pearly glow.

• Rose Golden: leaves the skin with a warm, champagne glow.

Cover up is your friend

Our bodies really are amazing. When your skin gets all dry and itchy during the winter, it naturally produces oil to help soothe and rehydrate. Unfortunately, your skin doesn’t exactly know when enough is enough; which is why we’re all a little more prone to breakouts in the winter.

That’s where our creamy Complete Cover Up Concealer comes to the rescue! Our high-coverage concealer is perfect for masking those pesky pimples to help you feel more confident in your winter skin. Plus, the oil-free, mineral formula helps you get the coverage you want while letting your skin breathe.

Top Tip: our Complete Cover Up is semi-matte and can be used under or over your foundation. Or, use it on its own to help even out your skin tone.

Look for brightening ingredients

Ever had a late night binging your favourite show and demolishing the last of the Christmas chocolates? Or pulled an all-nighter to finish an assignment before the next semester starts? The under-eye bags don’t lie. But, there are ways to camouflage and cover the signs of a late night before you see anyone the next morning.

Reduce puffiness and dull, dry winter skin with our Brighten Up Energising Eye Serum. The cooling applicator and 2% Caffeine content helps to de-puff and brighten tired eyes for a more refreshed complexion.

For a glowing winter makeup look (and to cover up a multitude of sins) our Brighten Up Undereye Concealer is just what you need. This lightweight formula is designed to hide even the latest of late nights and vanish morning eye bags with just one swipe. This dewy-set under-eye saviour not only adds healthy mineral coverage, but it also contains Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide to hydrate and nourish your tired winter eyes.

Top Tip: you can find Brighten Up in 16 gorgeous shades, but we recommend choosing one that is 1-2 shades lighter than your foundation for the ultimate brightening experience.

Work with a strong foundation

Is your skin so oily that your makeup simply slides off your face as the day goes on? Or are you prone to dry itchy patches of skin that are easily irritated? Have no fear, Second Skin is your new winter makeup bestie!

Our award-winning mineral foundation comes in both a dewy and matte finish, so you’re sure to find the one to suit you. And of course, it’s formulated with all the Good-For-You ingredients you’ve come to expect from us:

• Built-in SPF 50 for maximum protection from the winter sun.

• Hyaluronic Acid to boost hydration.

• Collagen for skin-reviving and anti-aging benefits.

The medium, buildable coverage means you can choose to wear a light layer for everyday looks, or build it up with more product for a higher coverage winter makeup look. Extended to a whopping 30 shades - spread across neutral, cool, and warm undertones - there is something for everyone in this collection.

Top Tip: remember, the right foundation shade for you might change between the seasons depending on how tanned you get in the summer. For winter skin, you might need to choose something a shade or two lighter than you’d expect.

Add those finishing touches

Looking fresh in your winter skin needs just a couple of finishing touches: that means the perfect trinity of bronzer, blush, and highlighter. With just a couple strokes of your brush, you can go from drab to fab and look like you’re ready to conquer the cold. 

Here at Sculpted, get everything you could need in our Cream Luxe Collection. Alongside a mirror for effortless on-the-go touch ups, these cosy compacts come with various shades to suit your skintone. Choose from:

• Bronzers: choose from four shades, ranging from light/medium to deep/dark.

• Blushes: pick between five shades varying from light and rosy to richer, plum tones.

• Highlighters: with three gorgeous shades to choose between, you can have a light shimmer or richer bronze highlight depending on your complexion.

Top Tip: for a natural, chic look, bring your whole winter makeup together with the same Cream Luxe blush on your eyes and lips.

Make winter that bit easier with Sculpted by Aimee

So, which Sculpted product is pulling your skin out of the chill? Let us know on Instagram @sculptedbyaimee. And as always, keep tagging us in your gorgeous Sculpted looks - we love seeing them!

Whether you’re dialling down on looking after your dry winter skin, or want to beat the blues with a new winter makeup look, we’ve got you covered. Discover more skin heroes in our Face Care Collection today, or treat yourself to some new Complexion favourites to make it through the winter…

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