Why A Colder + Hazier Winter Is Tougher

Lower humidity cracks the barrier; stagnant air holds more pollutants. Expect more redness, flaking, and post-inflammatory pigmentation if you don’t adapt.

AM Plan (Shield First)

• Cleanse or rinse (don’t over-clean oily-normal skin).
• Antioxidant Stack: Sensitive: Niacinamide 5% + panthenol.                                                                  Resilient: Vitamin C 10–15% .
• Moisturiser with ceramides (look for ceramides + cholesterol + fatty acids).
• SPF 50 PA++++.
• Face covering (scarf/mask) during peak smog.

PM plan (Repair Fast)

• Double cleanse on commute days.
• Retinoid 2–4 nights/week (buffer with moisturiser).
• Urea 5–10% / lactic 5% 1–2× weekly for flakes (skip if stinging).
• Seal hotspots (cheeks, around nose) with a thin occlusive.

Clinic Backup During Severe Spells

• HydraFacial / O2 Derm to re-hydrate without irritation.
• PicoSure / Laser Toning for pigmentation control.
• DermaPen-4 + growth solutions, Face GFC, Exosomes to restore glow and texture.