How to Care for Dry, Sensitive Skin in Winter
As the weather cools down, it’s common to notice your skin feeling tighter, rougher, or more reactive. Winter air tends to be drier and windier, indoor heating strips moisture, and our skincare routines often don’t adapt quickly enough.
At Platinum Cosmetics, we help clients adjust their approach with each season — protecting the skin’s barrier, supporting hydration, and preventing flare-ups that often come with colder months.
Why Does Skin Get Drier in Winter?
Several environmental and lifestyle factors contribute to dryness, including:
Cold air and low humidity pulling moisture from the skin
Long, hot showers weakening the skin barrier
Indoor heating and wind increasing transepidermal water loss
Reduced oil production, especially in mature or sensitive skin types
This leads to flaking, tightness, dullness, and in some cases, irritation or sensitivity.
How We Support Winter Skin at Platinum Cosmetics
At our Port Melbourne clinic, we help clients prevent winter flare-ups and restore comfort with:
Hydrating facials and barrier-focused treatments
Designed to replenish lost moisture
Calm inflammation and reinforce the skin’s protective layer
Often paired with gentle exfoliation to smooth without stripping
Skin care consultations
We help simplify your routine — focusing on ingredients that support, not overwhelm
Recommend changes in cleansers, moisturisers, and actives based on seasonal needs
Laser and rejuvenation treatments
Gentle skin rejuvenation or Fotona settings can be used to stimulate hydration and glow, without disrupting the skin
How to Adjust Your Home Routine
We typically recommend:
Switching to a cream or milk-based cleanser (no foaming agents)
Using a rich, ceramide-based moisturiser both morning and night
Adding a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid or panthenol
Reducing the use of strong actives (like retinol or acids) if irritation occurs
Applying SPF daily — yes, even in winter
We can help you select products from our skin care range that suit your skin’s current needs.
Book a Consultation to Calm and Protect Winter Skin
If your skin is dry, irritated, or just not coping with the change in weather, we can help. Book a consultation and we’ll design a winter-safe plan that restores moisture, protects your barrier, and keeps your skin resilient until spring.