Proper Skincare in the Mountains?

A winter vacation in the mountains can’t happen without preparation. Besides suitable clothing, we also recommend packing a few products that will help you care for your skin in demanding conditions. Snow, frost, wind, and even sunlight at high altitudes aren’t exactly kind to your skin.

Face creams
Before you head out cross-country skiing, you wax your skis. Before you leave the mountain lodge, be sure to do the same for your face. Keep in mind that mountain weather can be tricky and your face isn’t protected at all. That’s why you need to create a protective barrier on its surface to prevent dehydration and skin irritation.
Our recommendation Face creams
Thicker face creams with a richer, oilier consistency and a higher oil content are suitable. Ideally, these creams should also contain zinc, vitamin E, hyaluronic acid, or panthenol. The right cream should both hydrate and nourish.

Sunscreen in winter
Winter mountain sun can be deceptive, and it doesn’t matter if it’s hiding behind clouds. Use sunscreen anyway. The protection factor should be SPF 50 or 50+, and ideally the cream should also contain ingredients such as urea or ceramides, which strengthen the skin barrier. Apply face cream at least half an hour before you go outside. If you spend the whole day outdoors, don’t forget to reapply to your face after a few hours. 
Our recommendation Sunscreens

Lip care
Don’t forget your lips either. They suffer in winter too, and if you don’t apply lip balm, you’ll suffer as well. Your lips will burn in the evening and they’ll crack.
Our recommendation Lip care

Skincare after coming back from outside
In the mountains, don’t wash your face with hot water—it would disrupt the skin’s protective film. Don’t use alcohol-based makeup removers; instead, use cleansing oils and milks. In short, hydrate your skin as much as possible. You can also do a hydrating mask. Sheet masks are ideal as well
Our recommendation Face masks
Our recommendation Sheet masks
Before going to bed, use a night cream that will regenerate and hydrate your skin.
Our recommendation Skin79 Magic Return Cream