It’s during this time of the year in New York that the cold, cruel winter weather starts to affect our skin, particularly our poor, exposed facial skin. That’s why it’s more important than ever to give your skin the care and attention it deserves. There are a range of natural ingredients which will nourish and protect our delicate faces from the weather but it’s important to remember that skin type varies greatly and it’s crucial that you find the right ingredients and treatments for your skin type.

Dry/Sensitive skin is perhaps the most affected by the harsh winter winds and can easily become flaky, red, itchy and irritated. Thankfully there are a number of treatments available to minimize skin sensitivity and to soothe stressed complexions. Ingredients like olive oil and olive leaf provide superior anti-oxidant protection while others, such as seaweed, can retrain the skin to be less sensitive and build resistance to external factors, meaning that your face will be better able to cope with the inevitable New York winds and snow storms. As well as looking for products that use olive oil, olive leaf and seaweed, treat your skin to a nourishing facial, designed for sensitive skin and containing one or more of the above ingredients - you’ll notice the difference immediately and your skin will thank you for it!

While there are endless chemical based products available for aging skin, it’s often best to turn to Mother Nature and to go natural instead. For example, blackcurrant seeds and blackcurrant oil have recently become popular again for their anti-inflammatory properties. They are proven to soothe and calm down the skin's inflammation and the oil is also rich in essential fatty acids. EFA’s have endless benefits, including the protection of skin tissue, the insulation of nerves and the maintenance of the skin's vital functions. As well as looking out for products which contain these ingredients, you could indulge your skin in a Blackcurrant facial. Blackcurrant facials are a new, high performance, scientifically proven facial treatment which delivers the most effective defenses against aging. Thankfully, many of New York’s best salons and spas are now recognizing the benefits of natural ingredients and can offer these indulgent, relaxing facial treatment which offer instant results, without the harsh chemicals.

Even oily skin can suffer as a result of the winter weather. It can easily become irritated and sensitive which can cause breakouts, blemishes and spots. Propolis is a natural antibiotic which is fast gaining in popularity in skincare, particularly for the care of oily skin. For those not familiar with Propolis, it is an ingredient derived from the bee hive proven to offer antiseptic, antibiotic, antibacterial, antifungal, and even antiviral properties. If your skin is problematic, treat is to a facial with Active Propolis to cleanse any impurities from your pores and assist in the healing of any irritated or infected areas. The benefits are heightened after a series of treatments but even after just one the results are truly remarkable. Finally, that dewy complexion every girl lusts after is within reach!